Do You Have a Loved One Living with Mental Illness?
The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a FREE 9-week course for families and close friends of adults with mental illness. This course is taught by trained teachers who are also family members and know what it is like to have a loved one living with mental illness, such as major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and other disorders.
Many family members describe this experience as life changing. Join the thousands of families, just like yours, who have gained information, understanding, and support.
Family-to-Family Classes:
PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE TWO CLASSES BEING OFFERED. PLEASE REGISTER FOR WHICH ONE YOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND.
WINTER 2026 CLASS – REGISTRATION OPEN
Where: Christ Church Winnetka – Use this address: 684 Oak Street, Winnetka, IL 60093
Time: Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Dates:
- Class 1: January 7
- Class 2: January 14
- Class 3: January 21
- Class 4: January 28
- Class 5: February 4
- Class 6: February 11
- Class 7: February 18
- Class 8: February 25
- Class 9: March 4
WINTER 2026 CLASS – REGISTRATION OPEN
Where: Turning Point (8324 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60077)
Time: Tuesdays, 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Dates:
- Class 1: January 6
- Class 2: January 13
- Class 3: January 20
- Class 4: January 27
- Class 5: February 3
- Class 6: February 10
- Class 7: February 17
- Class 8: February 24
- Class 9: March 3
What you will gain:
- Learn about family responses to the trauma of mental illness.
- Receive current information on serious mental illnesses.
- Learn about symptoms, medications, and side effects.
- Practice problem-solving skills and communication techniques.
- Develop strategies for handling crises and relapses.
- Learn about local community resources and supports.
- Focus on self-care and coping with stress.
