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To do a group search, simply scroll down to your county. If there are no appropriate groups, check the surrounding counties. (Click here for a map of New Jersey.)  If you know of a group that should be included in the listing, or if you encounter incorrect information, please contact us at 1-800-367-6274 or 973-989-1122; email Wendy.

If you are interested in starting a group, contact the Clearinghouse.  We can help!

STATEWIDE

DBSA (Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance) of NJ 17 chapters throughout New Jersey. Education and support for persons with depression or bipolar disorder, their families and friends. Educational programs.  Call 732-377-5245. Website: http://www.dbsanewjersey.org

NAMI NJ (National Alliance on the Mentally Ill) * Dedicated to improving the quality of life for those diagnosed with a mental illness and their families. Made up of support and advocacy groups for families and friends of persons diagnosed with a mental illness, as well as members-at-large. Aims to eradicate stigma of mental illness. Phone help, advocacy. Call 1-866-626-4437 or 732-940-0991 (day). Website: http://www.naminj.org   E-mail: info@naminj.org

New Jersey Parents’ Caucus (BILINGUAL) Statewide coalition of families of children with special emotional and behavioral needs. Works to ensure youth’s needs are met through parent support groups, parent empowerment training, advocacy efforts and direct services at local offices. Helps parents to start local groups. Training and materials also in Spanish. Write: New Jersey Parents’ Caucus, 236 South Salem St., Randolph, NJ 07869. Call 1-866-560-6572 or 908-994-7471. Website: http://newjerseyparentscaucus.org  E-mail: info@njparentcaucus.org

ATLANTIC

Family Support Group Professionally-run. Mutual support for parents and families of persons diagnosed with both a mental illness and chemical addiction. Sharing of emotional and practical coping skills. Guest speakers. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 2nd Thurs., 10:30am and 4th Thurs., 5:30pm, Mental Health Association, 1127 North New Rd., Absecon. Call Christine Gromadzyn, MSN 609-272-1700 (day).

Family Support Organization “Parents Supporting Parents” Provides education and social support to parents/caregivers who have children with emotional and/or behavioral challenges. Rap sessions, guest speakers, buddy system, speakers’ bureau, phone help and literature. Meets 1st and 3rd Wed., 6:30-8:30pm, Atlantic Cape Support Organization, 1601 North Tilton Rd., Unit 1, Northfield. Call Laura Marcy 609-485-0575 (day). Website: http://www.famsupport.org  E-mail: lmarcy@acfamsupport.org

NAMI Atlantic County  * Support and advocacy for families of persons with chronic psychiatric disorders. Also 12-week "Family-to-Family" family education series. Meets 2nd Mon., 7pm, Absecon United Methodist Church, West Church St., and Pitney Rd., Absecon. Call Gail 609-927-0215 (eve.) or Gary 609-748-9558 (eve.).

BERGEN

B.I.L.Y. (Because I Love You) * Mutual support to help parents with children, of any age, who have behavioral challenges. Meets Mon., 7pm, B.I.L.Y. of Bergen County, 800 Catalpa Ave., Teaneck. Call Linda 201-320-9907. E-mail: lindadiazmurphy@verizon.net  

Family Support Organization of Bergen County * Provides support, advocacy and education to families and caregivers of children with complex emotional and behavioral challenges. Families welcome. Childcare available. Rap sessions and literature. Meets Wed., 7-8:30pm, Family Support Organization of Bergen County, 0-108  29th Street, Fair Lawn. Before attending call 201-796-6209. Website: http://www.fsobergen.org

Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) * Professionally-run. Support, information and advocacy for family members and caregivers of those with an adult relative diagnosed with a mental illness. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets Thurs., 7-9pm, Care Plus, 610 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus. Family education workshops meets 3 times/yr.Call Lara Zucker 201-646-0333 (day). Website: http://www.cbhcare.com

NAMI Bergen  County  *  Support, advocacy, information and referral for families of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Newsletter. Membership $20/yr. Meets 1st Mon., 8pm, Community Services Building (Museum Building), 327 Ridgewood Ave., Paramus. Call 201-635-9595 (day). Website: http://www.namibergen.org  E-mail: namibergen@optonline.net

NAMI NJ En Espanol of Bergen County (SPANISH) Professionally-run. * Advocacy and support for family and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness and for mental health consumers who attend. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 3rd Mon., 6:30-8pm (except Aug.), Latina America Institute, 10 Banta Pl., Ste. 101, Hackensack. Before attending call Martha  Silva 1-888-803-3413. Website: http://www.naminj.org  E-mail: naminjenespanol@msn.com

NAMI Family Organization of Bergen County  * Professionally-run. Provides support, information and education to families of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Membership $30/single, $35/couple. Meets 1st. Wed., 7-9pm, Care Plus Mental Health Center, Inc., 610 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus. Call 201-797-3579 (day).

SMG ~ CAN Connections Professionally-run. Provides support and education for parents and professionals involved with a selectively mute child. Rap sessions, guest speakers, literature and phone help. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 4th Mon., 12:45-2:30pm, Kinnelon Public Library, 130 Kinnelon Rd., Kinnelon. Call Gail Kervatt 973-208-1848 (eve). Website:  http://www.selective-mutism.org  E-mail: kervatt@optonline.net

BURLINGTON

Intensive Family Support Services  (IFSS) * Support, information and advocacy for family members and caregivers of those with an adult relative  with a mental illness. Call Charlene McNichol 609-386-8653 (day).

·         Burlington Meets 3rd Thurs., 1:30-3pm, Riverbank Building, Catholic Charities, 114 Delaware Ave.

·         Mt. Holly Meets 1st Wed., 6-7:30pm, Virtua Memorial Hospital of Burlington County, 175 Madison Ave.

NAMI FACE of Burlington County (National Alliance on Mental Illness)  * Mutual support group of families and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Education, information and referrals. Dues $25 (includes newsletter). Meets 2nd and 4th Mon., 7:30pm, First Presbyterian Church, Moorestown. Call Eileen 609-654-8736 or Lucille 856-222-9400 (day). 

CAMDEN

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support and education for women and men who are caring for their grandchildren struggling with emotional, behavioral and mental challenges. Guest speakers, literature, social, advocacy, and buddy system. Meets 4th Mon., 6:30-8:30pm, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 325 South Whitehorse Pike, Audubon. Call Marge Varneke 856-547-1620 (eve) or Camden County Family Support Organization 856-662-2600 (day). Website: http://www.camdenfso.org

NAMI of Camden County  * Mutual support for families, siblings and adult children of those diagnosed with a mental illness Discussion, advocacy, phone help, guest speakers. Meets 2nd and 4th Tues., 7pm, Steininger Behavioral Care Center, 19 East Ormond Ave., Cherry Hill. Call Barbara 856-783-2518 (day) or Harriet 856-424-0030.

New Beginnings Support Group – A Chapter of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance  Mutual support and education for families of persons with mood disorders. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 1st and 3rd Mon., 7-9pm, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 214 N. Warwick Rd., Magnolia. Call Karen 856-451-1240 or 1-877-313-5050. Website: http://www.nbgroup.org E-mail: newbeginningsnj@gmail.com

Parents Empowering Parents Provides support and advocacy for parents and caregivers of children with complex emotional and behavioral challenges. Discussions, guest speakers, workshops, networking, literature and phone help. Building is handicapped accessible. Childcare provided. Meets Tues., 6:30-8:30pm, Camden County Family Support Organization, 23 West Park Ave., Suite 103-104, Merchantville. Call 856-662-2600 (day). Website: http://www.camdenfso.org

CAPE MAY

Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) * Support, information and advocacy for family members and caregivers of those with an adult relative with a mental illness. Rap sessions and guest speakers. Meets 2nd Thurs., 6-7:30pm, Cape Counseling Services, 1129 Route 9 South, 2nd Floor,  Cape May Courthouse. Call Jodi Hynes or Sally Barlow 609-463-0014.

Families First Problem Solving Group Professionally-run. Support for those coping with an adult family member who suffers from a mental illness. Rap sessions. Meets 2nd Thurs., 6-7:30pm, Cape Counseling, 217 N. Main St., Suite 202, Cape May Courthouse. Call Jodi Hynes 609-463-0014 ext. 33 or Sally Barlow 609-463-0014 ext. 17.

Family Support Organization “Parents Supporting Parents” Support, education and advocacy for parents/caregivers of children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Rap sessions, guest speakers, buddy system, newsletter and phone support. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 4th Thurs., 6:30-8:30pm, The Court House Church of Christ, 102 East Pacific Ave., Cape May Court House. Call Chris Haas 609-729-2034 (day). Website: http://www.famsupport.org  E-mail: chaas@acfamsupport.org

Heart to Heart Spousal Group Professionally-run. Mutual support for members to share ideas on communicating positively with their spouse or significant other who has a mental illness. Rap sessions. Meets 3rd Mon., 9:30-11am, Cape Counseling, 1129 Route 9 South, Cape May Courthouse. Call Jodi Hynes 609-463-0014.

CUMBERLAND

Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) * Professionally-run. Information, support and advocacy for family members and caregivers of an adult with a major mental illness. Guest speakers and phone help. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets Thurs., 10am-noon; 2nd and 4th Tues., 7-9pm; 5th Tues., 6-9pm, Cumberland County Guidance Center, 2038 Carmel Rd., Millville. Call Daniel Ricketts 856-825-6810 ext. 278 (day) or Mary Sauceda 856-825-6810 ext. 256.

NAMI Cumberland County * Support for families and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness.  Mutual sharing, education, advocacy, literature, phone help, guest speakers. Dues $23/yr. Meets 3rd Mon., 7-9pm, Chestnut Assembly of God, 2554 East Chestnut Ave., Vineland. Call 856-691-9234 or 856-794-9987.

ESSEX

Family Resource Center  * Professionally-run. Support for family members and/significant others of persons chronic mental illness or emotional disturbance. Support groups for parents of adults with mental illness. Various groups meet at MHA of Essex County, 33 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair. Separate groups for siblings and adult offspring meet on a time-limited basis. Children and adolescents who have a mentally ill family member attend Kids Cope in age appropriate groups at various locations. For meeting times and days call 973-509-9777 (day). Website: http://www.namiessex-familysupport.org

NAMI Essex County * Support and advocacy for families of those diagnosed with a mental illness by sharing ideas and experiences in a caring atmosphere. Guest speakers, phone help and newsletter. Dues $30/yr. Meets 4th Mon., 7pm, 60 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair. Before attending call Regina 973-731-6113 or Mental Health Association 973-509-9777 (day). Website: http://www.namiessex-familysupport.org

Nami NJ En Espanol of Essex County (SPANISH and PORTUGUESE) Professionally-run. Advocacy and support for family and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness and for mental health consumers who attend. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 3rd Tues., 6:30-8pm, Ironbound Community Corp., 317 Elm St., Newark.  Before attending call Martha  Silva 1-888-803-3413. Website: http://www.naminj.org  E-mail: naminjenespanol@msn.com

HUDSON

F.S.O. “I Need You, You Need Me” Parent Group Professionally-run. Support for parents raising a child with emotional and/or behavioral challenges. Educational series, advocacy, guest speakers, phone help, literature and buddy system. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 2nd Sat., 10am-noon, Family Support Organization of Hudson County, 705 Bergen Ave., Jersey City. Call Roslyn Gibbs-Muse 201-915-5140 (day) Website: http://www.fsohc.org  E-mail: rgibbs-muse@fsohc.org

NAMI NJ En Espanol of Hudson County * (SPANISH) Professionally-run. Advocacy and support for family and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness and for mental health consumers who attend.  Also open to persons with mental illnesses. Building is handicapped accessible.  Meets 1st Wed. (except Aug.), 6:30-8pm, Catholic Charities Service Office, 2201 Bergenline Ave., 2nd Floor, Union City.  Call Martha Silva  1-888-803-3413. Website: http://www.naminj.org E-mail: naminjenespanol@msn.com

NAMI Hudson County * Advocacy and support for mental health consumers and family and friends of those living with a mental illness. Families and consumers only meet together as one group at the start and the end of the meetings. In between, each has their own separate group session. Meets 2nd Tues., 6:30-8:30pm (except Aug.), Catholic Community Service Center, 3040 Kennedy Blvd. (entrance on Huron Ave., behind St. John’s Church), Jersey City. Before attending call Martha Silva 201-861-0614 or 1-888-803-3413. Website: http://www.naminj.org E-mail: naminjenespanol@msn.com

HUNTERDON

Families of Persons with Mental Illness * Opportunity for families of persons with a mental illness to share experiences.  Rap sessions, mutual sharing and encouragement.  Meets 1st Wed., 1pm, Perkins Restaurant, Flemington. Before attending  call Cris Maglione 908-788-6401 ext. 3006 or Elaine Howe 908-788-6401 ext. 3029.

Intensive Family Support Services (IFFS) Professionally-run. Support, education, caring and advocacy for family members of those with a mental illness. Sharing of experiences. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 1st Wed., 1-3pm, Perkins Restaurant, Church St., Back Room, Flemington. Registration required. Before attending call Chris Maglione 908-788-6401 ext. 3006 (day). Website: http://www.hunterdonhealthcare.org E-mail: maglione.christine@hunterdonhealthcare.org

NAMI Hunterdon Support, information and systems advocacy for anyone affected by mental illness (individuals, families, friends). Spring and Fall classes for families: Family-Family (12 week course for families of adults with mental illness; NAMI Basics (6 week course for families of youth/adolescents with mental illness). General meeting 2nd Wed., 7pm and families meeting 3rd Thurs., 7pm, Hunterdon Medical Center, Wescott Dr. and Route 31, Room D, Flemington. For more information about meetings or classes call 908-284-0500.

MERCER

Family Support Organization Women’s Group Open discussion for mothers, caregivers and family members of children with emotional, behavioral and/or mental health challenges. Rap sessions. Meets Thurs., 6-7:30pm, YWCA, 127 Academy St., Trenton. Call Evangeline 609-581-6891 (day).

Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) * Professionally-run. Support for family members and caregivers of any adult with a mental illness. Guest speakers, phone help and literature. Call  609-396-6788 Amy Layng ext. 236.

·         Lawrenceville Meets Mon., 5:30-7pm, Lawrence Road Presbyterian Church, 1039 Lawrence Rd.

·         Lawrenceville Meets 2nd and 4th Tues., 5:30-7pm, NAMI Mercer, Lawrence Commons, 3371 Brunswick Pike, Suite 124. Use entrance in back of building.

Parent Support Group Professionally-run. Support and information for parents of adolescents. Opportunity to share ideas, concerns, strategies, learn helpful parenting skills and techniques. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets Mon., 6-7pm, Anchor House, 482 Centre St., Trenton. Call 609-396-8329.

MIDDLESEX

B.I.L.Y. (Because I Love You) * Mutual support to help parents with children, of any age, who have behavioral challenges. Meetings vary, Family Support Organization of Middlesex County, 1 Ethel Rd., Suite 108A, Edison. Pre-registration required. Before attending call 732-287-8701 (day).

CAMHOP-NJ (Chinese Mental Health Self-Help Group) (BILINGUAL) * Mutual support group for families and individuals of Chinese origin with mental illnesses. Meets 1st Thurs., 7-8:20pm, University Behavioral Healthcare, 100 Metroplex Dr., Suite 200, Edison. Call Maggie Luo 732-940-0991 (day). E-mail: namichinesegroup@yahoo.com

 

NAMI Middlesex County  * Professionally-run. Support for families of those diagnosed with a mental illness, to promote improved quality of life for chronic psychiatric patients.  Dues $25/person, $35/family per year.  Education and advocacy program meets 1st Mon., 7pm, University Behavioral Mental Health Center, Room D 201, 671 Hoes Lane, Piscataway.  Coping and discussion group meets 2nd Thurs., 7pm, Intensive Family Support Services, 1440 How Lane, Suite 2A, North Brunswick.  Call Elizabeth Golden 908-745-0709 or Carol Piekarski 732-297-4959 (eve). Website: http://www.naminj.org  E-mail: nami_m@verizon.net

 

NAMI NJ En Espanol of Middlesex County * Professionally-run. Support and advocacy for families of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Pre-registration required. Before attending call Martha Silva 1-888-803-3413. Website: http://www.nami.org

 

·         New Brunswick  (SPANISH) Meets last Thurs., 6:30-8pm (except Aug.), First Baptist Church of New Brunswick, 226 Hale St. E-mail: mceisner@optonline.net

·         Perth Amboy Meets 4th Tues., 6:30-8pm (except Aug.), Christian Centers Ministry, 299 Barclay St. E-mail: naminjenespanol@naminj.org

 

P.A.C.E.S. (Parent And Caregivers Emotional Support) Professionally-run. Mutual support to help parents and caregivers with children of any age, who have behavioral, emotional or mental health challenges. Educational series, advocacy and coping skills. Meets Mon., 6:30-8:30pm, Family Support Organization of Middlesex County, 1 Ethel Rd., Suite 108, Edison. Before attending call Bobbie Locke 732-940-2837 (day).

SAMHAJ Support for South Asians Mutual support for South Asian (Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan) families affected by mental illness. Educational series, guest speakers and literature. Translator available. Meets 1st Thurs., 7-9pm, 1562 Route 130, North Brunswick. Call Anu Singh 732-940-0991 (day).  E-mail: samhaj@naminj.org

MONMOUTH

Family Support Group * Support group for family members of patients (ages 18+) with a psychiatric diagnosis. Meets 2nd and 4th Mon., 6-7:30pm, Community Connections, 75 N. Bath Ave. and Second Ave., Long Branch. Registration required. Call Ron Collier 732-923-5226.

Monmouth Family and Friends Group Professionally-run. Mutual help and support group for families and friends of adults who have a mental illness. Discussions, learning and advocacy for improved services. Educational workshops. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 1st and 3rd Tues., noon-1:30pm; or 2nd and 4th Tues., 7:30-9pm, Mental Health Association, 119 Avenue at the Commons, Suite 5, Shrewsbury. Call 732-542-6422 (day). Website: http://www.mentalhealthmonmouth.org E-mail: mhamonmouth@verizon.net

 

NAMI Family-to-Family Support for family members and caregivers of someone with a mental illness.

  • Freehold Meets 1st Mon., 7-8:30pm, CentraState Medical Center, 901 West Main St., Health Awareness Center, Room 1 and 2. Call 732-462-6448 or 732-4NAMI-4U.
  • Red Bank Meets 1st Mon., 7-8:30pm, First Baptist Church, 84 Maple Ave., Swenson Center, Red Bank. Call Vicky 732-758-0554 (day).

 

NAMI Greater Monmouth * Support and advocacy for both consumers and the families of those living with a mental illness. Meeting starts with 30-minute talk that includes both families and consumers. Then breaks into separate groups: a family meeting, which may break off into a “families of youngsters” session; and a CARE consumers group, which may break off into a “teen / young adult” session. Also periodically offers Family-to-Family educational sessions on mental illness, treatment options and family communications. Optional dues $3 meeting or $30 annual. Meets 1st and 3rd Tues., 7-9pm, Colts Neck Community Church, 25 Merchants Way, Colts Neck. Call 732-4NAMI-4U or 732-462-6448.

 

Parent Support Group * Mutual support for parents with children experiencing emotional and behavioral problems. Childcare and limited transportation. Rap sessions, guest speakers, literature, phone help, and newsletter. Call 732-571-3272 (day).

·         Long Branch (Spanish-speaking) Building is handicapped accessible. Meets Wed., 7-9pm, Family Based Services Association, 279 Broadway, Suite 400. Call Luz Velasquez 732-546-1996 (day).

·         Long Branch  Meets Thurs., 7-9pm, Family Based Services Association, 279 Broadway, Suite 400.

SAMHAJ Support for South Asians Mutual support for South Asian (Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan) families affected by mental illness. Educational series, guest speakers and literature. Translator available. Meets 1st Tues., 7-9pm, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, Lakeside Activity Center, 242 Adelphia Rd., Farmingdale. Before attending call Shrabranee 732-533-7632 (day). E-mail: samhaj@naminj.org

MORRIS

CAMHOP-NJ (Chinese Mental Health Self-Help Group) (BILINGUAL) Professionally-run. Mutual support group for families and individuals of Chinese origin with mental illnesses. Building is handicapped accessible. Rap sessions, guest speakers, literature, phone help and buddy system. Meets 4th Sat., 2-3:30pm, Morris County Library, 30 East Hanover Ave., Whippany. Call Maggie Luo 732-940-0991 (day). E-mail: namichinesegroup@yahoo.com

 

Families and Friends of Persons with Depression or Bipolar Support for families and friends of persons with depression or bipolar disorder. Suggested $2 donation. Meets 2nd and 4th Tues., 7:30-9pm, Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call Linda 973-994-1143 (after 6pm).

 

Family Support Group * Professionally-run. Support and education for families of individuals with substance abuse and/or mental health issues. Literature. Meets Thurs., 6pm, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute, 95 Mt. Kemble Ave., 6th Floor, Morristown. Call Diana Krafcik 973-971-4742 (day).

 

Family Support Organization * Professionally-run. Support group for parents and caregivers raising a child with emotional and behavioral challenges. Childcare and refreshments provided. Meets 2nd and 4th Wed., 10:30am-noon and 1st Mon., 7-8:30pm, Family Support Organization of Morris and Sussex Office, 200 Valley Rd., Suite 405, Mt. Arlington. Call Kimberle 973-940-3194 (day). Website: http://www.fso-ms.org

 

Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) * Opportunity for family members or caretakers of individuals with a mental illness to share with others in similar situations. Current information on mental illness.  Rap sessions and literature. 

·         Denville Meets 2nd Wed., 7pm, Saint Clare's Behavioral Health Center, 50 Morris Ave. Call 973-625-7131 (day).

·         Denville Meets 4th Thurs., 7pm, Saint Clare’s Behavioral Health Center, 50 Morris Ave., Room 320. Call 973-625-7095 (day).

NAMI Morris County  * Support and advocacy for families of persons with chronic psychiatric disorders. Educational series. Meets 3rd Mon., 7:30pm, St. Clare’s Behavioral Health Center, 50 Morris Ave., Room 320, Denville. Call Eileen Griffith 908-879-5687.

NAMI Concerned Families of Greystone * Professionally-run. Advocacy and support for family and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Provides literature, advocacy, guest speakers, and mutual sharing. Dues $5/yr. Meets 4th Tues.,  6:30-8:30pm (except July/Aug.), Greystone Hospital, 59 Koch Ave., Board Room, Morris Plains. Call Dorothy 973-386-1845.

New Bridge Family Support * Professionally-run. Support and education for families of individuals diagnosed with a mental illness. Meets Thurs., 7-8pm, New Bridge, 640 Newark-Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains. Call 973-839-2520 (day). E-mail: louis724ferraro@netscape.net

OCEAN

Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) Professionally-run. Support and education for family members or caretakers of individuals with a mental illness. Call Maureen Giacobbe 732-606-9573 ext. 1013.

·         Bayville Meets last Wed., 7-9pm, Ocean Mental Health Services, 160 Route 9.

·         Lakewood Meets 2nd and 4th Mon., 7-9pm, Preferred Behavioral Health, 725 Airport Rd.

·         Manahawkin Meets 3rd Thurs., 9:30-11am, Ocean Mental Health Services, 81 Nautilus Rd.

NAMI Ocean County * Professionally-run. Support, education, socialization, advocacy, coping and support for families and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Dues $23/yr. (can be waived). Meets 2nd Wed., 6:30pm, (speaker) and 8-9pm (group),  Ocean County Complex,  Hooper Ave., and Madison Ave., 2nd Level Cafeteria, Toms River.  Call Mary  732-886-7461 (day).

Parents Empowering Parents Support, education and advocacy for parents/caregivers of children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Rap sessions and guest speakers. Meets 2nd and 4th Tues., 7-9pm, Ocean County Family Support Organization, 44 Washington St., Suite 2A, Toms River. Call Annie Hercules 732-281-5770 ext. 16 (day). Website: http://www.ocfso.org E-mail: annie.hercules@ocfso.org

PASSAIC

Behavioral Support Group Professionally-run. Support for parents raising a child with behavioral challenges. Literature and phone help. Meets last Tues., 7pm, Hillcrest Community Center, 1810 Macopin Rd., Room 25, West Milford. Before attending call Julie Rikon 973-728-0999 (day).

Family Support Organization of Passaic County Support for parents raising a child with emotional and behavioral challenges. Building is handicapped accessible.          Meets Wed., 7-8:30pm, Family Support Organization of Passaic County, 810 Belmont Ave., 2nd Floor, North Haledon. Before attending call 973-427-0100. Website: http://www.fso-pc.org

Family Support Organization of Passaic County (SPANISH) Support for parents and caregivers raising a child with emotional and behavioral challenges. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets Tues., 7-8:30pm, Family Support Organization of Passaic County, 810 Belmont Ave., 2nd Floor, North Haledon. Before attending call 973-427-0100. Website: http://www.fso-pc.org

Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) * Professionally-run. Support, information and advocacy for family members and caregivers of those with an adult relative diagnosed with a mental illness. Meets 2nd and 4th Wed., 7-9pm, Mental Health Association of Passaic County, 404 Clifton Ave., 1st Floor (entrance in back of building), Clifton. Pre-registration required. Before attending call Lorraine 973-478-444 ext. 10 (day).

NAMI NJ En Espanol of Passaic County (SPANISH) * Professionally-run. Mutual support for Latino families of persons diagnosed with a mental illness. Meets 3rd Tues., 6:30-8pm (except Aug.), St. Anthony of Padua Church, 101-103 Myrtle Ave., Passaic. Call Martha Silva 1-888-803-3413. Website: http://www.naminj.org   E-mail: naminjenespanol@msn.com

NAMI-Families in Quest Professionally-run. Mutual support for families and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Mutual support, advocacy and exchange of information. Meets 1st Tues., 7:30pm, Mental Health Association, 404 Clifton Ave., 1st  Floor, Clifton. Call 973-478-4444 (day) or Edward 973-773-5112.

NJ Parents’ Caucus Support Group Mutual support and help provided for and by parents or caregivers of children with special emotional/behavioral needs. Rap sessions, guest speakers, literature and phone help. Meets 3rd Mon., noon-2pm and 6-8pm, Paterson YMCA, 128 Ward St., Paterson. Call 973-742-6114 (day).

SALEM

NAMI Salem County   * Mutual sharing, understanding, discussion of problems and education for families of those diagnosed with a mental illness (all welcome). ($10 dues/yr - not mandatory). Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 1st Wed., 7pm, Union Presbyterian Church, Carneys Point. Call Virginia 856-769-2492.

SOMERSET

AACT-NOW! of Central Jersey (African American Community Takes New Outreach Worldwide) * Support, education and advocacy for African-American families affected by the mental illness of a loved one. Sponsored by NAMI-NJ. Meets 3rd Thurs.,      7-9pm, First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, 771 Somerset St., Somerset. Call Cynthia Miles 732-940-0991 (day).

Fathering Support Group * Professionally-run. Support for fathers of children (ages 5-18) with mental health and behavioral issues in the Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren counties only. Meets twice a month in Branchburg. Fathers must initially speak with Dr. Richard Horowitz prior to group enrollment. Call 908-526-3900 ext. 114. E-mail: rhorowitz@tricountycmc.org

NAMI Somerset County  * Education, advocacy and mutual support for families of persons diagnosed with a mental illness. Dues $25/yr. Meets 1st Thurs. (business meeting), 7pm and 7:30pm (coping meeting),  Richard Hall Mental Health Center, 500 North Bridge St., Bridgewater. Call Sonja  908-781-2071 (day) or Helen Campbell 908-359-0321.

(Group forming) Parents of Children with ODD There is interest in starting a group for parents of children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in Somerset County. If you are interested in more information call the Clearinghouse at 1-800-367-6274.

SUSSEX

Family Support Organization Professionally-run. Provides support and advocacy to families and caregivers of children with complex emotional and behavioral challenges. Education lectures offered. Meets 1st Thurs., 6:30-7:30pm and 2nd Thurs., 10:30am-noon, Family Support Organization, 67A Spring St., 2nd Floor, Newton. Childcare and refreshments provided. Call Kimberle        973-940-3194 (day). Website:  http://www.fso-ms.org

NAMI Sussex County * Support for families dealing with a loved one's mental illness. Dues $25/yr. Meets 1st Mon., 7pm, Newton Memorial Hospital, Sussex House, Meeting Room,  Newton.  Call Jane Blackburn 973-875-7802.

UNION

Family Support Group * Professionally-run. Provides support, information and education to families of persons with a mental illness. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 1st and 3rd Wed., 7:30pm, Mental Health Association in NJ, 363 Monroe Ave., Kenilworth. Call Joyce Benz 908-272-5309 ext.  106 (day). Website: http://www.mhani.org     E-mail: jbenz@mhanj.org

NAMI NJ En Espanol Union County * (SPANISH) Professionally-run. Education, advocacy and support for families of persons diagnosed with a mental illness and for mental health consumers who attend. Meets 4th Thurs., 6:30pm (except Aug.), Trinitas Hospital, 225 Williamson St., Room 7 South, Elizabeth. Call Martha Silva 1-888-803-3414. Website: http://www.naminj.org  E-mail: naminjenespanol@msn.com

NAMI Union County * Support, education, information and advocacy for persons diagnosed with a mental illness, their families and friends. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 4th Mon., 7:30-9:30pm, Osceola Presbyterian Church, 1689 Raritan Rd., Clark.  Call NAMI Union 908-233-1628.  Website: http://nami-nj-uc.org E-mail: nami.union.nj@nami.org

NJ Parents’ Caucus Support Group (BILINGUAL  Mutual support and help provided for and by parents or caregivers of children with special emotional-behavioral needs. Guest speakers, phone help and speakers’ bureau. Childcare provided. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 2nd Mon., noon-2pm and 7-9pm, Trinitas Hospital, 655 East Jersey St., 1st Floor, Elizabeth. Call Linda McConneyhead or Jessica Arancibia 908-994-7471.

Sibling Support Group * Professionally-run. Support, information and education to adult siblings of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 2nd Wed., 7:30-9pm, Mental Health Association in NJ, 363 Monroe Ave., Kenilworth. Call Joyce Benz 908-272-5309 ext. 106 (day). Website: http://www.mhanj.org E-mail: jbenz@mhanj.org

Spouse and Partner Support Group * Support, information and education for spouses of those diagnosed with a mental illness.  Building is handicapped accessible. Meets 4th Wed., 7:30-9pm, Mental Health Association in NJ, 363 Monroe Ave., Kenilworth.  Call Joyce Benz 908-272-5309. 106(day). E-mail: jbenz@mhanj.org

TARA-NJ (Borderline Personality Disorder) * Confidential support and education for families of those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), who learn and share what treatments and communication techniques are helpful, e.g., how they can apply Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) coping skills. Meets monthly, 6:30-8:45pm, First Baptist Church of Westfield, 170 Elm St., Westfield. E-mail: taranj@verizon.net

WARREN

Family Support Group Professionally-run. Support for parents and caregivers raising a child with emotional and behavioral challenges. Building is handicapped accessible. Meetings vary, Family Support Organization, 114 S. 2nd St., Phillipsburg. Call Stanley Croughter 908-213-9932. Website: http://www.fsohsw.org

Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) *  Professionally-run.  Provides support, mutual sharing and education for families and friends of adults with a mental illness. Guest speakers. Call Jen 908-689-1000 ext. 331 (day) or Annette 908-689-1000 ext. 330 (day).

·         Phillipsburg Meets 1st and 3rd Tues., 6:30-8pm, Family Guidance Center, 370 Memorial Parkway.

·         Washington Meets 2nd and 4th Tues., 6:30-8pm, Family Guidance Center of Warren County, 492 Rt. 57 West.

NAMI Warren County  * Mutual support and advocacy for families and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Membership $25/yr. (can be waived).  Meets 1st Thurs., 7:30-9pm, Better Futures Self-Help Center, 21 E. Washington Ave., Route 57, Washington. Call 908-859-4368 (eve./weekend). E-mail: nami_warren_county@nami.org

 

End of Families Of Mentally Ill Category

If you find an error, change or addition, please e-mail Wendy Rodenbaugh

Also see  MENTAL HEALTH CONSUMERS, MENTAL HEALTH GENERALDEPRESSION, EATING DISORDERS, OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER, MENTALLY ILL CHEMICALLY ADDICTED,

 
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