Event Details
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Family Support Group
Monthly on the first Monday
2:00 - 3:30 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Inside Out Book Club
Monthly on the first Tuesday
1:00 - 2:30 pm
The monthly Inside Out Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church room 203 in Fernandina Beach. Participation is free. Participants must purchase their own books.
February 4
Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through his Son’s Addiction
Addiction - Shiff, David - Coping with Family Addiction
March 3
The Center Cannot Hold Saks, Elyn R. Schizophrenia - 2007
April 7
Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD Britz, Allison
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Turtles All the Way Down Green, John Written as a mystery with himself and his personality with OCD as key character
May 5
Willow Weep for Me Danquah, Meri Nana-Ama
Racial Culture and Mental Illness
June 2
Waking Up: Climbing Through Madness Wise, Terry Grieving /loss; therapy
July 7
Beautiful Boy Shiff, David Coping with Family Addiction
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Family Support Group
Monthly on the third Thursday
6:30 - 8:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Family Support Group
Monthly on the first Monday
2:00 - 3:30 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Inside Out Book Club
Monthly on the first Tuesday
1:00 - 2:30 pm
The monthly Inside Out Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church room 203 in Fernandina Beach. Participation is free. Participants must purchase their own books.
February 4
Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through his Son’s Addiction
Addiction - Shiff, David - Coping with Family Addiction
March 3
The Center Cannot Hold Saks, Elyn R. Schizophrenia - 2007
April 7
Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD Britz, Allison
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Turtles All the Way Down Green, John Written as a mystery with himself and his personality with OCD as key character
May 5
Willow Weep for Me Danquah, Meri Nana-Ama
Racial Culture and Mental Illness
June 2
Waking Up: Climbing Through Madness Wise, Terry Grieving /loss; therapy
July 7
Beautiful Boy Shiff, David Coping with Family Addiction
Board Meeting
Every 2 months on the first Thursday
4:30 - 6:30 pm
The Common Space
528 S 8th St # 5
Fernandina Beach
FL
32034
Map and Directions
Website: https://thecommonspace.net/
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Family Support Group
Monthly on the third Thursday
6:30 - 8:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Family-to-Family Education Course
February 1, 2020 - March 7, 2020
9:00 am-1:00 pm
Weekly on Saturday, 6 times
nassaunamiflorida@gmail.com
Family Support Group
Monthly on the first Monday
2:00 - 3:30 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Inside Out Book Club
Monthly on the first Tuesday
1:00 - 2:30 pm
The monthly Inside Out Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church room 203 in Fernandina Beach. Participation is free. Participants must purchase their own books.
February 4
Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through his Son’s Addiction
Addiction - Shiff, David - Coping with Family Addiction
March 3
The Center Cannot Hold Saks, Elyn R. Schizophrenia - 2007
April 7
Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD Britz, Allison
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Turtles All the Way Down Green, John Written as a mystery with himself and his personality with OCD as key character
May 5
Willow Weep for Me Danquah, Meri Nana-Ama
Racial Culture and Mental Illness
June 2
Waking Up: Climbing Through Madness Wise, Terry Grieving /loss; therapy
July 7
Beautiful Boy Shiff, David Coping with Family Addiction
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Family-to-Family Education Course
February 1, 2020 - March 7, 2020
9:00 am-1:00 pm
Weekly on Saturday, 6 times
nassaunamiflorida@gmail.com
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Family Support Group
Monthly on the third Thursday
6:30 - 8:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Board Meeting
Every 2 months on the first Thursday
4:30 - 6:30 pm
The Common Space
528 S 8th St # 5
Fernandina Beach
FL
32034
Map and Directions
Website: https://thecommonspace.net/
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Family Support Group
Monthly on the first Monday
2:00 - 3:30 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Inside Out Book Club
Monthly on the first Tuesday
1:00 - 2:30 pm
The monthly Inside Out Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church room 203 in Fernandina Beach. Participation is free. Participants must purchase their own books.
February 4
Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through his Son’s Addiction
Addiction - Shiff, David - Coping with Family Addiction
March 3
The Center Cannot Hold Saks, Elyn R. Schizophrenia - 2007
April 7
Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD Britz, Allison
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Turtles All the Way Down Green, John Written as a mystery with himself and his personality with OCD as key character
May 5
Willow Weep for Me Danquah, Meri Nana-Ama
Racial Culture and Mental Illness
June 2
Waking Up: Climbing Through Madness Wise, Terry Grieving /loss; therapy
July 7
Beautiful Boy Shiff, David Coping with Family Addiction
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Family Support Group
Monthly on the third Thursday
6:30 - 8:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Family Support Group
Monthly on the first Monday
2:00 - 3:30 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Inside Out Book Club
Monthly on the first Tuesday
1:00 - 2:30 pm
The monthly Inside Out Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church room 203 in Fernandina Beach. Participation is free. Participants must purchase their own books.
February 4
Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through his Son’s Addiction
Addiction - Shiff, David - Coping with Family Addiction
March 3
The Center Cannot Hold Saks, Elyn R. Schizophrenia - 2007
April 7
Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD Britz, Allison
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Turtles All the Way Down Green, John Written as a mystery with himself and his personality with OCD as key character
May 5
Willow Weep for Me Danquah, Meri Nana-Ama
Racial Culture and Mental Illness
June 2
Waking Up: Climbing Through Madness Wise, Terry Grieving /loss; therapy
July 7
Beautiful Boy Shiff, David Coping with Family Addiction
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Family Support Group
Monthly on the third Thursday
6:30 - 8:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
NAMI Connection - Fernandina - New Location
Fridays 11:00am-12:30pm
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
Led by people with mental health conditions
90 minutes long and meets weekly
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone's pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Family Support Group
Monthly on the first Monday
2:00 - 3:30 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences.
NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Free of cost to participants
Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions
Led by family members of people with mental health conditions
60-90 minutes long and meets weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location)
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed
Confidential
What You’ll Gain
By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
NAMI Family Support Group will help you:
Aim for better coping skills
Find strength in sharing experiences
Not judge anyone’s pain
Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
Embrace humor as healthy
Accept that we cannot solve every problem
Understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences
Canceled - Inside Out Book Club
Monthly on the first Tuesday
1:00 - 2:30 pm
The monthly Inside Out Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm at St. Peter's Episcopal Church room 203 in Fernandina Beach. Participation is free. Participants must purchase their own books.
February 4
Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through his Son’s Addiction
Addiction - Shiff, David - Coping with Family Addiction
March 3
The Center Cannot Hold Saks, Elyn R. Schizophrenia - 2007
April 7
Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD Britz, Allison
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Turtles All the Way Down Green, John Written as a mystery with himself and his personality with OCD as key character
May 5
Willow Weep for Me Danquah, Meri Nana-Ama
Racial Culture and Mental Illness
June 2
Waking Up: Climbing Through Madness Wise, Terry Grieving /loss; therapy
July 7
Beautiful Boy Shiff, David Coping with Family Addiction
Canceled - Board Meeting
Every 2 months on the first Thursday
4:30 - 6:30 pm
The Common Space
528 S 8th St # 5
Fernandina Beach
FL
32034
Map and Directions
Website: https://thecommonspace.net/