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"By taking the class I learned that I'm not alone and I don't have to be alone.  There are a lot of other people impacted by mental illness."

For Families of Adults

(Contact NAMI Minnesota, 651-645-2948, to register for classes - unless otherwise noted.)

Family-to-Family Education Classes - This class is for family members who have a loved one living with a mental illness.  Learn about mental illnesses, identify resources, build communication skills, reduce stress and find support. Join others for this 12-week series taught by experienced family members.
• Coon Rapids, Feb. 7, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Church of Epiphany, 1900 111th Ave. NW, contact Rebecca, 763-755-6290
• Excelsior, Feb. 13, Mondays, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, 322 Second St., contact Elisabeth, 952-836-6925
• Savage, Feb. 16, Thursdays, 7:00-9:30 p.m., Glendale United Methodist Church, 13550 Glendale Road, contact Janet at 952-890-1669
• Sartell, Feb. 29, Wednesdays, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Unity Spiritual Center, 931 5th Ave. N., contact Steve or Wendy at 320-253-1926
• Grand Rapids, Mar. 1, Thursdays, Zion Lutheran Church, 2901 S. Hwy 169, contact Bob, 218-246-2172
• St. Paul, March 6, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Ramsey Co. Mental Health, 1919 University Ave., contact Marilyn, 651-497-6858
• Winona, March 6, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Lake Winona Manor Classroom, 865 Mankato Ave., contact Sandy Bauer, 507-450-8668 or  bauer1@hbci.com

Hope For Recovery Workshops - Spend a Saturday obtaining information, hope and practical strategies for dealing with the complexities of mental illness. Participants learn about mental illnesses, treatments, coping strategies, the mental health system and local resources.  Held Saturdays from 9:00 to 3:00 unless noted; call NAMI Minnesota, 651-645-2948.
• St. Paul, Feb. 11, Regions Hospital, Teeter Library, 640 Jackson St. (Register online, here.)
• Le Sueur, Feb. 18, Le Sueur Community Center, 821 Ferry St., Merrick Room (Register online, here.)
• Minneapolis, Feb. 18, Spirit of the Lakes United Church of Christ, 4001 38th Ave. S. (Register online, here.)
• Anoka, Feb. 25, Anoka Metro Regional Trt. Ctr. 3301 7th Ave. N. (Register online, here.)
• Red Wing, Feb. 25, First Lutheran Church, 615 West 5th St. (Register online, here.)
• Minneapolis, Mar. 31, Bethlehem Luth. Ch., 4100 Lyndale Ave.
• St. Paul, Apr. 14, Regions Hospital, Teeter Library, 640 Jackson St. (Register online, here.)
• Anoka, Apr. 28, Anoka Metro Regional Trt. Ctr. 3301 7th Ave. N. (Register online, here.)
• Minneapolis, May 19, Bethlehem Luth. Ch., 4100 Lyndale Ave.
• St. Paul, June 9, Regions Hospital, Teeter Library, 640 Jackson St. (Register online, here.)
• Anoka, June 16, Anoka Metro Regional Trt. Ctr. 3301 7th Ave. N. (Register online, here.)

Mental Health First Aid (for families or professionals) - Designed to teach the basic first aid skills needed to help a person who is experiencing a mental health problem or crisis, this two-day, 12-hour course is aimed at improving mental health literacy.  Understanding and recognizing the signs that someone needs help, is the first step in getting that person appropriate care and treatment. Participants will receive a course manual and certificate. Registration is required - call NAMI Minnesota at 651-645-2948. Participants should bring a lunch.
• Northfield, March 8-9, St. John's Lutheran Church, 500 3rd St. West (Register online, here)

For Families of Children & Adolescents

African American Children's Challenging Behaviors Classes -  Raising a child or adolescent with challenging behaviors can be difficult.  Learn the five essential tasks to build confidence in your skills, improve the relationship with your child and create balance in your life.

Parent Trainings - If you have a child with a disability you know how challenging parenting can be. Join other parents to hear local experts present on a variety of topics to help parents learn new information, skills and resources to help their child and family.
• Eagan, Feb. 21, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Lone Oak Room, Eagan Community Center, Central Parkway (Topic: Your Child's Special Education Rights.) Childcare available on request (Register online, here.)
• Eagan, Mar. 20, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Lone Oak Room, Eagan Community Center, Central Parkway (Topic: Mental Health Crisis Planning for Families.) Childcare available on request (Register online, here.)
• Shakopee, Mar. 22, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller Street (Topic: Unlocking Einstein) Childcare available on request (Register online, here.)
• Prior Lake, Apr. 17, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Prior Lake Public Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Avenue (Topic: Deflating the Resistance & Frustration Cycle) Childcare available on request (Register online, here.)

Kidshops - Why do they act that way?  It’s not fair!  It’s embarrassing! These complaints are often voiced by kids who have a parent or sibling with a mental illness. Kidshops provide a fun experience where kids join in activities, share concerns, get support and learn they are not alone. The classes are free and lunch is included but registration is required.
• Minneapolis, Mar. 24, 10:30-2:30, Fuller Park Recreation Center, 4800 Grand Ave. So. (Register online, here.)
• Inver Grove Heights, April 21, 10:30-2:30, Amazing Grace Lutheran Church, 7160 S. Robert Trail (Register online, here.)

For Teens

Progression - This 6-week course is designed to empower young people to take charge of their lives and deal with the issues they are facing in a healthy and effective way. Progression offers a safe space where teens can feel comfortable talking about what they’re going through. The course helps teens understand how to maintain good mental health; how to recognize signs of stress, anxiety, depression and bipolar; how to help friends, siblings and parents understand what they are going through and different types of treatment options. Registration is required (call 651-645-2948). Pizza & pop provided. 

For Professionals & the Community

Online Learning Program for Hospital Staff
Compassion into Action: Recognizing and Responding to Patients with Mental Illnesses - NAMI wants to make sure that hospital staff and health care personnel understand mental illnesses so that people with mental illnesses receive appropriate treatment.  Online learning program. 

Mental Health First Aid - Designed to teach the basic first aid skills needed to help a person who is experiencing a mental health problem or crisis, this 12-hour course is aimed at improving mental health literacy. Understanding and recognizing the signs that someone needs help, is the first step in getting that person appropriate care and treatment. Participants will receive a course manual and certificate. Contact Donna, 651-645-2948 x101.

Means Restriction Education – Newly designed training is for medical professionals, crisis responders, and mental health center staff to learn how to educate families on the importance of restricting access to lethal means when a family member is at risk of suicide. This 1.5 hour training includes how to develop safe options for gun removal and storage, and how to secure medications. Contact Donna, 651-645-2948 x101.

Other Classes

Other NAMI classes are being scheduled. For descriptions of future class offerings, click here.

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