We will be hosting a free QPR Training in-person on Sunday, November 16, from 2-3:30 p.m. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor. Registration is currently full. Click here to be added to the waiting list. For more information about QPR, click here.
Upcoming NAMI Main Line Support Groups
Our NAMI Connection Peer Support Group will meet on Tuesday, November 11, at 7 p.m. This is a peer support group for adults living with mental illness, run and led by NAMI-trained facilitators. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others in a confidential setting. For more information and the Zoom link, please contact Danielle or Ed.
Our Parent Peer Support Group for caregivers with a middle school through young adult who is challenged with mental health symptoms will meet virtually on Wednesday, November 12, from 6:45-8:15 p.m. This support group is designed to be a safe, confidential place to share your experiences and learn from others. If you are interested in the group, or for questions, please contact Angela at psadfacilitator@gmail.com.
Other Upcoming Events
How Do You Feel For Real?™ Mental Wellness event for Faith Leaders will be held on Wednesday, November 12, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Friends Hospital 4641 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19124. Hosted by NAMI Philadelphia, this event will explore critical aspects of mental health within faith communities, addressing congregant reluctance, vicarious trauma on leaders, and dismissive responses. The focus is on identifying and addressing gaps when mental health is neglected within faith communities, not using faith as treatment. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
NAMI Virtual Town Hall: Mental Health Treatment and the Court System will be on Thursday, November 13, from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. Individuals with mental health conditions are disproportionately represented in the criminal justice system. Research suggests that more than one-third of individuals arrested in the United States has an underlying mental health condition. In addition, individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders are 12 times more likely to be arrested than general population, and six times more often than individuals with mental illness alone. In this session, a subject matter expert from All Rise will provide an overview of the Adult Treatment Court Best Practice Standards and highlight best practices and promising strategies implemented by programs from around the country. Register at https://nami-org.zoom.us/
My Missing Screw – Film & Panel Discussion will be on Thursday, November 13, from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd. Wynnewood, PA 19096. Join Kaiserman JCC, JFCS of Greater Philadelphia, and Tikvah for a screening of the Israeli documentary “My Missing Screw.” “My Missing Screw” explores how a young father, Rafael Lomas, uses his art to heal, cope after a failed, suicide attempt and time in a psychiatric hospital. Rafael decides to sculpt his own “missing screw” and take it on an epic, poignant, often hilarious journey around the world – but his son feels abandoned. Can Rafael reinvent himself, his art, and his family? Accompanying the screening, there will be a discussion on creating positive mental practices for our lives. Tickets are available at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/
Half A Bike Brunch & Dialogue, hosted by Tikvah, will be on Sunday, November 16, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at congregations of Shaare Shamayim Synagogue: 8339 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027. Half A Bike is a short play based on the experience of longtime Tikvah member and mental health advocate Michael Solomon. Michael’s story and perspective are detailed in his book It Comes From Within, Living with Bipolar Illness. The play is a fictionalized version of his story aimed at bringing awareness and understanding of what it’s like to live with bipolar disorder. Join Tikvah for a light brunch and a table-read of the play. A discussion will follow. The menu is egg casserole, bagels & croissants with butter & jelly, and fruit. This event is open to the public but registration is required. Click here to register.
