Support for Family and Friends of Persons Living with Mental Illness

A SELF HELP GROUP IN KINGS COUNTY

Caring for a loved one who is dealing with a mental illness can require emotional and practical support. You are not alone. This self help group was started in the fall of 2008 to share personal experiences in response to the need of support for the families and friends of persons living with serious mental illness.

While it originated through families involved in the Schizophrenia Society of Nova Scotia (SSNS), the group feels it can offer support to families dealing with a wide range of brain illnesses, including psychosis (a break with reality), major depression and bi-polar disorder. This is not a resource group to provide technical, medical, or legal aid, or for advocacy although our experiences may have touched on these issues.

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) in Kentville have kindly offered the use of their space, and everything shared within the group is confidential.

We meet on the first Monday of each month from 7-9 pm:

CMHA Offices (Suite 109)

49 Cornwallis St.

Kentville

If someone you know or meet might be interested, please encourage them to contact us at:

SSNS toll free number

1-800-465-2601

or email kcschizophreniasociety@hotmail.com

"The Schizophrenia Society of Canada exists to improve the quality of life for those affected by schizophrenia and psychosis through education, support programs, public policy and research.... as well as their families."