Families Meeting the Challenge of Mental Illness
Join us for breakfast and a discussion of the book The Good Egg. Written by Jory John and Pete Oswald, this book tells us the story of a self-identified "good egg" who lives in a carton at the farmer's market with 11 other eggs who all have a tendency to misbehave. This funny and charming […]
Do you hear voices? If you do, you are not alone. More than 25 percent of all persons with serious mental illness experience unusual perceptions. For some, the presence of voices can be distracting. For many, they can be tormenting. Critical, harsh, and commanding voices can overwhelm a person to the point of despair, disrupting […]
Join NAMI Mercer, Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space (FoHVOS), and Romy Toussaint of RomYoga for a relaxing outdoor hike followed by yoga at the FoHVOS Fiddler's Creek Preserve. The preserve is comprised of meadow and forest, making for a beautiful immersion in New Jersey's native landscape. Outdoor activity has been proven to reduce symptoms […]
Caring for a loved one, whether adult or child, strains even the most resilient people. Since caretaking can be physically and emotionally draining, it is essential to remember to recharge your batteries. Otherwise, over time, the caregiver’s stress can lead to burnout marked by irritability, fatigue, problems with sleep, weight gain, feeling of helplessness or […]
Join Park Ranger Will Krakower for an educational and inspiring tour of the Princeton Battlefield. Learn about this local landmark's powerful history and connect with others while enjoying the benefits of spending time outdoors. This program is offered in partnership with the Princeton Battlefield Society. Location: Princeton Battlefield Meet at the Thomas Clark House, 50 […]
NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. It is a designated evidenced-based program. This means that research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person with a mental health condition. NAMI Family-to-Family […]