Nami Santa Cruz County

Delivers mental health education courses through in-person and virtual formats for community members who speak English and Spanish, including individuals living with mental health conditions and their families. The services offered include: -Peer-to-Peer/De Persona a Persona: an 8-week educational program designed for adults (18 years and older) with mental health conditions who wish to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their recovery journey, available in both English and Spanish. -Family-to-Family/De Familia a Familia: an 8-week educational course tailored for family members, significant others, and friends of individuals with mental health conditions, also offered in English and Spanish. -NAMI Basics: a 6-week educational program for parents, caregivers, and other family members who support youth (22 years and younger) experiencing mental health symptoms, provided in both English and Spanish. -Provider Education: a 15-hour interactive training session for mental health professionals focusing on collaborative treatment models, stages of psychiatric recovery, and coping strategies.

Intake Procedure: No application is necessary.

Fees: There are no fees associated with the programs.