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NAMI (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) - Martin
C.E. Weldon Public Library
100 Main Street
PO BOX 575
Martin, TN 38237
| Counties served: |
Weakley |
| Contact: |
Pansy Baker, West TN Regional Director |
| Type of organization: |
Non-Profit |
| Description: |
NAMI local affiliates offer:
(1.) Support--members share experiences and the importance of self-care.
(2.) Education--through professional speakers and workshops taught by family members (Journey of Hope and Visions for Tomorrow) focusing on mental illnesses, coping skills and self-care, medications, community services, problem management and self- help. Educational programs involve an atmosphere of sharing mutual experience and learning valuable lessons from one another.
(3.) Advocacy--Learning how to obtain necessary services, and promoting public policy in support of people with mental illness.
To get in touch with your nearest affiliate, please call the NAMI TN State Office at 1-800-467-3589. |
| Hours of operation: |
Third Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm |
| Categories: |
Mental Care and Counseling
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| Phone: |
1-800-467-3589 |
| Email: |
pansynami@citlink.net |
| Translation services offered: |
No |
| Years in operation: |
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| Last updated: |
2004-11-12 11:16:14 |
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