April-May 2018 107 South Street #5 Chardon OH 44024 www.namigeauga.org 440-286-6264 Mental Health Matters By: Jenn Bartone, Executive Director CELEBRATE WITH US!! The Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce has named NAMI Geauga Organization of the Year 2017 NEED SUPPORT? Family Support Group Meetings: Every Sunday 6:30pm UH Geauga Hospital 13207 Ravenna Rd, Chardon, OH 44024 Every Monday 7pm NAMI Annex 107 South Street Chardon, Ohio 44024 4th Wednesday of each month, 7pm Middlefield Library 16167 East High St. Middlefield, OH 44062 ******************** Connection Peer Support Groups: Every Tuesday, 7pm NAMI Annex 107 South Street Chardon, Ohio 44024 Every Wednesday, 7pm Middlefield Library 16167 East High St. Middlefield, OH 44062 ******************** Location and activity varies. Call to RSVP. 440-286-6264
Board of Directors Philip Junglas, President David Banas, Vice President Stephen Lynch, Secretary Al Cisan, Treasurer Sister Judith Anne Sabau Jack Sherman Arthur Brite Belinda Potts Alex Payne **************************************************** A Special THANK YOU to our proud supporters: Join NAMI Geauga at the 2018 Geauga County Maple Festival! April 26 29 2018, we NEED YOUR HELP, represent NAMI Geauga at this timehonored tradition! Help out by distributing NAMI Geauga promotional materials such as brochures and current event fliers. Oversee our kid s game activity and hand out free prizes to the winners! Assist NAMI Geauga by selling raffle tickets! Be a PARADE WALKER We ll supply the candy; you bring your walkin shoes! Or simply visit our booth over the weekend! The Geauga County Maple Festival is a big event and we need all the help we can get! SIGN UP TODAY (440) 286-6264 or by email at admin@namigeauga.org! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Statewide Conference May 4th & 5th, 2018 This year s conference theme is Fulfilling the Promise and will focus on the various topics that impact individuals living with mental illness, their families and caregivers and those working within the mental health system. In addition to keynote speakers and workshops, special sessions including a CIT Advanced Training, Parent Peer Support Certification Training, Ohio Adult Care Facilities Annual Meeting and the YouthMOVE Ohio Annual Meeting, will be included in the conference. For the program schedule, including workshop descriptions, pricing and registration information visit the registration website at tinyurl.com/namiconference2018 and click register to create an account and see the most up-to-date information regarding the conference. Once you sign in, click on Products, scroll to find appropriate selections, and click on the + sign on the right. This will add it to your cart. Before checking out, you will have to take a survey or two based on your selections. A limited number of scholarships will be available to those who are living with mental illness and their caregivers. Scholarships can be requested when registering online. ############################################################# The Cisan Family, Junction Auto Family, Honest Scales Recycling, Thrasher, Dinsmore & Dolan, Hello Mammoth LLC, Ohio State University Extension, Michelle Waldron and Bill Davis, Independent Agents for Seniors & Disabled. Support us while you shop! Go to smile.amazon.com/ch/26-0145631 and Amazon donates to NAMI Geauga County!
NAMI Geauga Programs Do you have questions about mental illness? Do you want to learn more about coping skills and how to manage the day-to-day process of this journey? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Find answers to your questions and gain knowledge by taking one of NAMI s signature classes: REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR EDUCATION CLASSES Register TODAY (440) 286-6264 or email programs@namigeauga.org + NAMI Basics covers: FREE for parents and family caregivers of school age individual s youth who are experiencing mental health challenges. NAMI Basics is a 6-week education program that provide critical strategies for taking care of your child. At NAMI Basics, you'll find out that you're not alone. Recovery is a journey, and there is hope. The group setting of NAMI Basics provides mutual support and shared positive impact you can experience compassion and reinforcement from people who understand your situation. You also can help others with your own experience. Classes Start: Thursday April 19 th, 2018 NAMI Geauga Office 6:00 pm 8:30 pm Presents: Understanding My Loved One Discussion Panel: Notre Dame Education Center NDEC 13000 Auburn Rd, Chardon, OH 44024 April 26, 2018 6:30pm-8:30pm Register TODAY (440) 286-6264 or email admin@namigeauga.org Managing crises, solving problems and communicating effectively How to take care of yourself and handle stress Developing the confidence and stamina to support your child with compassion Advocating for your child's rights at school and in health care settings o Sample Record Keeping System Learning about current treatments, including evidencebased therapies, medications and side effects Gaining an overview of the public mental health care, school and juvenile justice systems and supporting resources to help you navigate these systems Understanding the challenges and impact of mental health conditions on your entire family Join us for an informative discussion with family members of individuals living with mental health conditions. Family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental health conditions will share their experience and knowledge. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar circumstances. You ll have a chance to ask the presenters questions, which allows for a deeper understanding of the challenges associated with caring for individuals with mental health conditions. Panelists will cover topics including the following: Treatment Plans Hospitalizations Medication Options Challenging Stigma Crisis Intervention Choosing a doctor Advocating Guardianship Sample questions include: What do you do for self-care? How have you managed the treatment options? What did you do once your loved one was no longer a minor?
FREE for families, caregivers and friends of military service members and veterans with mental health conditions. NAMI Homefront is a 6-session educational program designed to address the unique needs of family, caregivers and friends of those who have served or are currently serving our country. Classes Start: Tuesday April 24 th, 2018 6:00 pm 8:30 pm Register TODAY (440) 286-6264 or email admin@namigeauga.org ERNST LANES 10561 Grant St Chardon, OH 44024 Friday April 20 th, 7:00pm-9:00pm NAMI Homefront teaches you how to: Manage crises, solve problems and communicate effectively Learn to care for yourself, including managing your stress Develop the confidence and stamina to support your family member with compassion Identify and access federal, state and local services Stay informed on the latest research and information on mental health, including posttraumatic stress disorder and substance abuse Understand current treatments, including evidencebased therapies, medications and side effects Navigate the challenges and impact of mental health conditions on the entire family Recovery is a journey and there is hope for all people affected by mental illness. Bowling Night!! Join us at Ernst Lanes for two free games of Bowling! STRIVE- NAMI is going bowling! People can enjoy the game with free food and friends. Come play a game with like-minded people in a judgement free community. RSVP NOW @ Lindsay (440) 286-6264 or email programs@namigeauga.org Our community garden is just underway but we need some green thumbs and garden supplies! Our 2017 season was a huge success, we reached approximately 140 visitors. We are excited to GROW even bigger this year. YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT IS ESSENTIAL. Please contact Billie at bolsen@namigeauga.org or call 440-286-6264. Thank you Morning Star Friends Church for hosting our community garden located at 12550 Ravenna Rd, Chardon, OH 44024! All garden produce given away free to those who visit! 1. VOLUNTEERS!!!! 2. 3-4 yards of clean soil (delivered if possible) 3. Concrete blocks, railroad ties, or items to make raised beds 4. Rolls of weed control (Black fabric, looks like felt) 5. Roll of screening to cover some of our plants 6. Mainly vegetable and herb plants (we will take some annual flower plants to dress up our garden) 7. Planting containers, trellises, tomato cages 8. Gardening tools (e.g. spades, shovels, hoes, small hand tools) 9. Picnic table / table and chairs umbrella 10. Fertilizers / insecticides (preferably organic for vegs.) Any and all other donations welcomed!!
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities & Special Events!! April 26 th -29 th The Maple Festival May 16 th Geauga Consumer Connection June 23 rd UH Geauga Family Health & Safety Day August 19 th Miles for Mental Health Walk 2018 If you are interested in these or any volunteer opportunities, please contact Lindsay Gates at (440) 286-6264 or programs@namigeauga.org Amanda Matthews has been volunteering with NAMI Geauga for just a short time now but loves working with an organization that supports people with mental health conditions. She is the mother of 2 boys and is expecting her third child. She has a degree in photography and loves being creative. She is going to be a Certified Health Coach in May and already has her own private health coaching practice. With all her experience and education in that field Amanda has been helping out at the office with some of our wellness initiatives and we are so grateful to have all her help! She wants others to know that NAMI is here for people. S also wants to be able to talk to people about NAMI and have them know who we are and what we do! Her favorite part of volunteering is knowing that she is giving back and helping others, which couldn t be more true. We love her passion and determination to get things done. Thank you Amanda!!!
Household Membership (Family) $60.00 Regular Membership (Individual) $40.00 Open Door Membership (Financial need) $5.00 Mail Checks Payable to: NAMI Geauga County 107 South Street, #5 Chardon, Ohio 44024 **Please include your full name, address, telephone and email address** Credit card payments can be made by calling 440-286-6264 CRISIS TEXT LINE: Text the keyword 4hope to 741741 You Are Not Alone:24-hour Geauga County COPELine numbers: 440-285-5665 or 1-888-285-5665 NAMI Helpline: 800-950-6264 To receive this Newsletter and other updates by email or regular mail: Send your Full Name, Email Address and/or Mailing Address to: admin@namigeauga.org For more information about Membership, Programs and other Opportunities Call: 440-286-6264 Visit our Website: www.namigeauga.org NAMI Geauga County 107 South Street #5 Chardon, Ohio 44024 Jenn Bartone, Executive Director jbartone@namigeauga.org Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, MeetUp and Instagram!