Description:
Six week Educational program for parents of a child with a mental illness. Class is peer-led by trained parents with experience raising a child with a mental illness. Covers ADHD, ODD, CD, major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. Focuses on brain biology, treatment options, communication skills, and tips on navigating the education and mental health system.
Hours:
8:30 am- 5 pm Mon - Fri.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
August 30, 2023
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
Virtual
Topeka, KS 66601
Mailing
1801 SW Wanamaker Rd Unit G6
Topeka, KS 66604
Contacts
Dr. Sherri Vaughn
Phone Numbers
Main Phone
(785) 233-0755
Fax
(785) 233-4804
Toll Free
(800) 539-2660
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Special Notes/Funding
Grants, state contract.
Description
Six week Educational program for parents of a child with a mental illness. Class is peer-led by trained parents with experience raising a child with a mental illness. Covers ADHD, ODD, CD, major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. Focuses on brain biology, treatment options, communication skills, and tips on navigating the education and mental health system.
Hours
8:30 am- 5 pm Mon - Fri.
Eligibility
Parent of a child with a mental illness, must be pre-screened.
Fees
None.
Intake Procedure
Call for more information.
Languages
English.
Service Area
Currently offered in Wichita, Kansas City, Hutchinson, Emporia, and Topeka.
Geography Served
- Kansas
- Lyon County
- Reno County
- Sedgwick County
- Shawnee County
- Lyon County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Special Notes/Funding
Grants, state contract.
Description
Six week Educational program for parents of a child with a mental illness. Class is peer-led by trained parents with experience raising a child with a mental illness. Covers ADHD, ODD, CD, major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. Focuses on brain biology, treatment options, communication skills, and tips on navigating the education and mental health system.
Hours
8:30 am- 5 pm Mon - Fri.
Eligibility
Parent of a child with a mental illness, must be pre-screened.
Fees
None.
Intake Procedure
Call for more information.
Languages
English.
Service Area
Currently offered in Wichita, Kansas City, Hutchinson, Emporia, and Topeka.
Geography Served
- Kansas
- Lyon County
- Reno County
- Sedgwick County
- Shawnee County
- Lyon County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Send profile information to an email address.
Provide your email address to receive information about NAMI Basics.
Sent!
Close this fieldSend a condensed resource profile to your phone via text message (SMS).
Select your cell carrier and provide your phone number to receive information about NAMI Basics.
Sent!
Close this field