National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) Summary of Services
- Offers peer-support groups providing confidential support for individuals with mental illness and their families
- Offers 8-week courses for individuals and for families, covering mental health conditions, crisis intervention, communication, and treatment options
- Provides information and access to local mental health organizations, behavioral health services, family support programs, treatment centers, and recovery resources
Providing a Safe and Judgment-Free Environment Where Individuals Express Their Emotions
The National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) of Volusia, Flagler, and St. Johns is a local affiliate of the nation’s largest mental health organization, committed to supporting individuals and families affected by mental illness. Through advocacy, education, and support, NAMI provides resources to help those living with mental health conditions navigate their journey and access local services.
The NAMI Connection Support Group is a free and confidential peer-led group for adults aged 18 and older who are living with mental illness. The group provides a safe and judgment-free environment where participants can express their emotions, share their challenges, and develop coping strategies.
Two weekly sessions are available: one on Thursdays from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at 915 N. Central Ave. in Flagler Beach, and another on Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at 311 N. Clyde Morris Blvd. in Daytona Beach. Participants attending the Daytona Beach location must check in at the France Tower with identification to receive a visitor badge.
The NAMI Family Support Group is designed for adult caregivers, family members, and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. This group is also free and confidential, offering a supportive and compassionate environment for participants to share their experiences, seek guidance, and celebrate both the challenges and triumphs in their loved one’s mental health journey.
One group meets virtually via Zoom on the third Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. For Zoom access, visit (https://zoom.us/j/99512363623) or call (352) 246-9519 for more information. Another in-person group meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at 4600 Belle Terre Blvd. in Palm Coast. For details, please email healthministry@seaspcfl.org.
Helping Participants Manage Stress and Develop Effective Coping Strategies
In addition to support groups, NAMI Volusia, Flagler, and St. Johns offer free, confidential educational courses to help individuals better understand and manage mental health challenges. The Peer-to-Peer course is an 8-week program for adults living with mental illness. Through structured group activities and discussions, participants gain a deeper understanding of their condition, learn to manage stress, develop communication skills, set and achieve personal goals, and establish connections with healthcare providers.
The Family-to-Family course is also an 8-week, free and confidential program tailored for family members and friends of adults with mental health conditions. This course covers specific topics such as schizophrenia, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. It helps participants learn effective stress management techniques, crisis intervention skills, communication strategies, and approaches for supporting loved ones, along with an overview of treatment options.
Access to Information about Local Organizations and Resources
Lastly, NAMI Volusia, Flagler, and St. Johns provide access to a curated list of local organizations and resources. These include mental health and behavioral health services, youth and family support programs, treatment centers, and recovery resources. For more information, please visit their website.