This training prepares participants to become certified NAMI Connection Support Group Leaders. NAMI Connection is a free, peer-led support group for adults who have experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Leaders must have lived experience with a mental health condition and will learn how to create a safe, welcoming space where participants can share experiences, gain insight, and support one another in recovery.
Requirements of a NAMI Connection Support Group Facilitator:
Must be an individual with a mental health diagnosis who identifies themselves in recovery
Willingness to undergo 2-day NAMI Connection Support Group model training
Maintaining fidelity of the NAMI Connection Support Group model is required
Commitment to facilitate support groups for a minimum of one year
Ability to provide group participant data as required with the support of NAMI Affiliate
Willingness to identify potential new facilitators from their support groups
Positive regard for, or personal experience with mutual supportBe or become a member of NAMI
