Need help? Call or text 988 or text NAMI to 741-741 any time.
Programs
Of the approximately 74,300 residents in our county, as many as 14,860 may be diagnosed with a mental health condition such as bipolar, major depression, schizophrenia, or post traumatic stress disorder. NAMI Hancock County offers FREE educational and support services to anyone dealing with a mental health condition, ages 8 and up. We also offer education and support groups for individuals living with someone who has mental health conditions. Thanks to our donors and volunteers, our programs are provided FREE of charge to the community. All of our groups and classes are peer-led by individuals that are living with a mental health condition or has a family member with a mental health condition.
What can NAMI do for you? Educate, offer support, advocate, give you a voice, create awareness, help you grow, fight the fear, form friendships, create connections, share a promise, silence the stigma, and experience recovery.
Check out our programs below!
Peer Activities
Craft Night is an opportunity for peers to connect with one another while having fun. While our crafts are not mental health related themes, we believe that mental health can be improved through many nontraditional outlets. Must be 18+ to attend.
Dates & Times:1st and 3rd Friday every month, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45480 Registration required.
Arts Night is an opportunity for peers to connect with one another through the arts. Bring your art, music, or writing projects to work on or share your favorite works. No talent necessary. Must be 18+ to attend. No registration required.
Dates & Times: 2nd and 4th Friday of every month, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
Crochet Café - is a chance to learn how to crochet or bring your own crochet projects. All materials provided. Enjoy free refreshments at our coffee and tea bar.
Dates & Times: Every Tuesday, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
Please RSVP one week in advance.
Program Registration
Interested in our Adult Programming? Register here.
Questions? Call 567-301-2101 or email info@namihancockcounty.org
Interested in our Youth Programming? Register here
Questions? Call 567-301-2101 ext. 202
or email clayton@namihancockcounty.org
Family Members & Loved Ones
Basics
NAMI Basics is a 6-session education program for caregivers of youth experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. This program covers facts about mental health conditions and how best to support youths at home, at school, and when they're getting medical care.
Dates & Times:
Online classes available, contact us for details.
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
Family-to-Family
NAMI Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for family, partners, friends, and significant others of adults living with a mental health condition. The course is designed to help all loved-ones understand and support someone living with a mental health condition, while maintaining their own well-being.
Dates & Times:
January Classes are full - Next class starts on May 22nd at 6:00pm
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
Family Support Group
Family Support Group is a peer-led program open to individuals with a loved one living with mental health conditions. Must be 18+ to attend. No registration necessary.
Dates & Times:
1st & 3rd Tuesdays every month, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
NEW! Family Support Group with Family Resource Center, for caregivers of school age children with mental health conditions
1st and 3rd Thursday every month, 1 - 2:30pm
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
Youth Programs
KidShop!
NAMI KidShop is a free, activity-based workshop designed to help children understand the importance of positive mental health. Children will have the opportunity to learn about mental health, practice healthy coping skills, and connect with peers that live similar experiences. This program is open to elementary and middle school aged youth that are learning to manage their mental health or have loved ones affected by mental illness.
Dates & Times:
September 8th - May 18th (No sessions on school closures)
Wednesdays - 4:00 - 5:00 pm: "Mellow Munchkins" - For children that enjoy a low-energy atmosphere.
Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm: "Wild Childz" - For children who thrive in a high-energy atmosphere.
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
Registration and initial interview required.
Looking for more information about KidShop? Email clayton@namihancockcounty.org.
YouthMOVE
YouthMOVE is a youth-led program devoted to improving services and systems to support youth inclusion, mental wellness, positive supports, and healthy transition. Our mission is to empower and unite the voices of youths and young adults who have lived experience in various systems – including mental health, juvenile justice, education, and child welfare.
Dates & Times:
2nd and 4th Mondays of every month, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
Registration and initial interview required.
Looking for more information about YouthMOVE? Email clayton@namihancockcounty.org.
Youth Support Group
Youth Support Group is a free and confidential program open to young people. Come join us for encouragement, solace and community. Youth Support Group will be led by YouthMOVE mentors, and will be accessible in-person and virtually. RSVP for a free meal!
Dates & Times:
2nd and 4th Mondays of every month, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: 305 W Hardin St, Findlay, OH 45840
Registration and initial interview required.
Looking for more info or the link to the hybrid support group?
Email clayton@namihancockcounty.org.
Presentations & Trainings
In Our Own Voice
NAMI In Our Own Voice is a free outreach program consisting of informational presentations about mental health conditions from people with lived experiences providing personal testimonials, short videos, and time for audience questions and discussion.
Contact us to learn more or to register.
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid for Adults teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary. This course introduces common mental health challenges and teachers a 5-step action plan for how to help adults in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions.
All classes are in person and require the completion of 2-hour, online pre-work.
Next training: February 24th, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. Register now to hold your spot!
Looking to host a training for a group? Email liana@namihancockcounty.org.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.
All classes are in person and require the completion of 2-hour, online pre-work.
Next training: June 2nd, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Looking to host a training for a group? Email clayton@namihancockcounty.org