NAMI Program

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Dear Friend of ASO:

Information on a program from NAMI in Stark County. FYI - Please share.

Sincerely,

Barbara C. YavorcikPresidentAutism Society of Ohio701 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311(330) 376-0211fax: (330) 376-1226email: askASO@...home: byavorcik@...web: www.autismohio.org Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASO, either explicit or impiled.

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NAMI Stark County Presents

HAND-T0-HAND

Family Education Program

Hand-to-Hand is a FREE nine-week education program designed to foster learning, healing and empowerment among parents and families of children with emotional/mental/neurobiological disorders. This course, developed by AMI of Greater Toledo is taught by professionals and family members who are part of NAMI. The course is dedicated to aspects of having a child with a mental illness. Topics covered include:

· understanding your child's diagnosis

· developing family coping skills

· counseling and therapy

· medications

· special educational needs

· juvenile justice and child protection agencies

Guidance is given on locating appropriate support and services within the community and obtaining better mental health services. Advocacy for appropriate federal and state policies is also included. The course is free, but registration is required.

Tuesdays, March 14 through May 16, 2006, 6:30-8:30 PM

First Christian Church

Room 205

2600 Cleveland Ave. NW

Canton, OH 44709

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED,

PLEASE CALL 330-492-0531