NAMI San Diego has the following programs:NAMI San Diego AppsoscER - Your organized support companion before, during, and after a mental health crisis for individuals 18+. Provides information about navigating substance use and co-occurring disorders in San Diego County. oscER Jr - Your guide and support companion in a mental health crisis for individuals under 18.alfrEDU - A guide for navigating the special education system (IEP and 504 plans) and resources within California. https://namisandiego.org/oscer/Call Us:NAMI San Diego Helpline A non-crisis phone service. Provides education, information, and referrals to build callers ability to obtain services in San Diego County and cope with life situations. Call (619) 543-1434;
[email protected] San Diego Warmline A non-crisis phone line that provides callers with information, referrals, support, and empathy. NAMI San Diego Warmline operates 7 days per week, except major holidays. Call (619) 295-1055. Operating hours 3:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.CalHOPE Our crisis counselors are available to support you when you experience a stressful event, a tragedy, natural disaster, human-caused disasters, or any other life stressors. Our services are free and confidential. Call (833) 842-4673. Operating hours M-F 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Program Closes December 31, 2023) Clubhouses (4 locations in San Diego County)Connection to Community Clubhouse (Downtown San Diego). The Clubhouse offers members living with mental illness and experiencing homelessness opportunities for friendship, employment, housing placement, education and access to other services including medical and psychiatric services in at the site.
[email protected] Plaza Clubhouse (Chula Vista), Casa Del Centro (Central San Diego), Corner Clubhouse East (El Cajon). Member-driven programs for individuals living with serious mental illness (SMI) and/or co-occurring disorders. The mental health clubhouses serve the community by providing support through SSI advocacy, employment assistance, nutritional education, peer support services, case management and an opportunity to contribute to the growth of a community where members can feel safe.HousingIndependent Living Homes (San Diego and Vista). We offer two living independently homes for those with mental illness in need of affordable housing. Now accepting applications: Call 619-407-8410.TrainingsSmarts Advocacy Training and advocacy opportunities for people involved with the County of San Diego Behavioral Health Services. Sten Walker
[email protected] Youth California A school-based training program addressing substance use disorder by providing youth leadership development and activism for youth of color & LGBTQ youth. https://elevateyouthca.org/about To schedule Khalif Kelly
[email protected] Support Specialist Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification (PSSC) Training is an online, 80-hour state training offered through NAMI San Diego and Imperial Counties in partnership with NAMI California and approved by CalMHSA, meeting the training requirements for peer certification in California.
[email protected] Family-to-Family An evidence-based Education Course for Families and Friends of individuals who experience mental illness. Please see website or email to register for courses. httpsnamisandiegoorgcalendarNAMI Basics covers the impact mental health conditions can have on your entire family as well as education, support, and advocacy information for you and your child (22 years and younger) through a six-week course. httpsnamisandiegoorgeventregistra... GroupsNAMI Connection Recovery Support Groups Peer-led support groups for any adult who has experienced symptoms of mental illness available online: https://namisandiego.org/calendar/ Support Groups (Continued)NAMI Family Support Groups Peer-led support groups for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. httpsnamisandiegoorgcalendarPrese... In Our Own Voice Inspiring stories of recovery from mental health and substance use challenges. Provided online and in person in community settings. To schedule:
[email protected] LINKS Imperial Valley Provides enhanced peer support and alcohol and other drug counseling services. Mario Rios
[email protected] Peer LINKS San Diego for individuals who need help connecting to behavioral health treatment (mental health and/or substance use), resources or rebuilding their support network. We also coordinate care and offer help with obtaining benefits. httpsnamisandiegoorgservicespeerl... Steps This team provides clients and family members who visit the county Emergency Psychiatric Units and designated mental health clinics with onsite support. Melissa Peters
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