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Gloucester CERT is having a CERT New Members Class July 21st and 22nd at 7478 Justice Dr. Gloucester, VA. This a free two day class that helps you prepare and help others when an emergency happens. Be a part of a great community team!

Come and learn skills and how to help yourself, your family, and community!

To register call 804-693-1390 or email jwenner@gloucesterva.info

The Mid-Tidewater Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is offering help for families! Family-to-Family consists of 12 classes for persons who care for or are related to individuals affected with Bipolar Disorder, Major Depression, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive/ Compulsive Disorder, Co-occurring Brain Disorders and Addictive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder.

• Classes are structured to help family members understand and provide support while maintaining their own well being.

• Participants receive current information about mental illness, medications, and research on effective treatments; strategies for medication adherence; guidance on locating services within the community; and appropriate ways to deal with crises and relapse. Other topics will also be covered.

• There is no charge for this program!

When: Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursday, starting August 21st, from 6-8 PM for 6 weeks

Where: Gloucester Peer Resource Center – 7603 Hospital Drive, Gloucester, VA 23061

Registration is required for this FREE 6 week Family-to-Family course – to register or for more information please call 804-725-3721 or e-mail namimidtidewater@gmail.com