The Family Link Program/ Illness Management and Recovery (IMR) Program (starting Jan 2009)

The Family Link Program is a 8-sessions workshop run by SAMH or caregivers/volunteers of persons suffering from any one of the 3 kinds of mental illnesses; depression, bipolar disorder (manic depression) or Schizophrenia. SAMH runs Family Link Program classes in both English and Mandarin on a quarterly basis. Those who are interested to know more on the illnesses may sign up too. http://www.samhealth.org.sg/services.php?s=3

Help for Depression/Stress http://www.depnet.com.sg/ (Illness Management and Recovery (IMR) Program (Workshop starting 12 Jan 2009) For exact dates: http://www.samhealth.org.sg/services.php?s=6

Topics for the Family Link Program (Workshop starting 8 Jan 2009)
Understanding Schizophrenia, Mania & Depression
Practical Drug Guide & Management
Effective Communication with persons with mental illness
Handling Crisis & Suicide Prevention
Treating Yourself Good
Understanding & Accessing Mental Health Services
Dealing with Stigma & Discrimination
Moving Forward
2009 Programme Details: (1st come 1st serve basis)

Date : 18th Run: 8, 15 January, 5, 12, 19 Feb, 5, 12, 19 March (Thursdays) in English
19th Run: 16, 23 April 7, 14, 21 May, 4, 11, 18 June (Thursdays) in Mandarin
Time : 7.00pm to 9.00pm (Light refreshment provided during tea break)
Venue : Toa Payoh Central Community Club No 93 Toa Payoh Central Seminar Room @ #05-05 Fee : By donation only

For further enquiry, please call 1800 2837019 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am-1.00pm, 2.00-6.00pm) or email to supportsvcs@samhealth.org.sg