Reintegration Support Network(RSN) provides youth ages 14-18 with a sense of belonging, the skills and capacities for self-advocacy, healthy relationships, and positive engagement in the community. RSN serves Orange and Durham counties.
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On February 27 from 6-7 PM, Donna Kay Smith and Susan Spalt will discuss their book "Finding Hope" at the Chapel Hill Public Library Room B(located at 100 Library Drive).
"Finding Hope" is a practical guide for families affected by mental illness. It is derived from the lived experience of families who deal with all types and severity of these illnesses on a daily basis. It was written for people in these situations who had ongoing difficulties. The problems were twofold--a lack of resources that would help to manage these illnesses, and a treatment system that failed their loved one in basic ways. "Finding Hope" was developed in the context of these challenges. Most importantly, it states that no matter how hard or painful the experience, no matter how long it takes to realize--there is hope.
After the presentation, the authors will take questions. Subsequently, there will be a book sale and signing. Attendants will also have the chance to talk to--or possibly join--the three sponsors of the event--the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Orange County, Faith Connections on Mental Illness, and/or the Mental Health Community Connection. Information about the FCMI Hope & Healing Conference 2020 on March 13 will also be available.
Faith Connections on Mental Illness
The mission of Faith Connections on Mental Illness is to work with all local faith communities to advocate for and to support and educate individuals and families who are living with mental illness.
Meeting at St. Thomas More 940 Carmichael St. Chapel Hill, NC 27514
info@faithconnectionsonmentalillness.org
http://www.fcmi-nc.org/
"Finding Hope" is a practical guide for families affected by mental illness. It is derived from the lived experience of families who deal with all types and severity of these illnesses on a daily basis. It was written for people in these situations who had ongoing difficulties. The problems were twofold--a lack of resources that would help to manage these illnesses, and a treatment system that failed their loved one in basic ways. "Finding Hope" was developed in the context of these challenges. Most importantly, it states that no matter how hard or painful the experience, no matter how long it takes to realize--there is hope.
After the presentation, the authors will take questions. Subsequently, there will be a book sale and signing. Attendants will also have the chance to talk to--or possibly join--the three sponsors of the event--the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Orange County, Faith Connections on Mental Illness, and/or the Mental Health Community Connection. Information about the FCMI Hope & Healing Conference 2020 on March 13 will also be available.
Faith Connections on Mental Illness
The mission of Faith Connections on Mental Illness is to work with all local faith communities to advocate for and to support and educate individuals and families who are living with mental illness.
Meeting at St. Thomas More 940 Carmichael St. Chapel Hill, NC 27514
info@faithconnectionsonmentalillness.org
http://www.fcmi-nc.org/
