FaithNet Family Support Group (Westerville Ohio)
Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
Career & Volunteer Opportunities · Morrow, GA
About this event
1st and 3rd Thursday’s 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Heritage Christian Church 7413 Maxtown Road Westerville, OH 43082 NAMI FaithNet is a network composed of members and friends of NAMI. It was established for the purposes of: Facilitating the development within the faith community of a non-threatening, supportive environment for those with mental illness and their families. Pointing out the value of one’s spirituality in the recovery process from mental illness and the need for spiritual strength for those who are caretakers. Educating clergy and faith communities concerning mental illness and Encouraging advocacy of the faith community to bring about hope and help for all who are affected by mental illness. NAMI FaithNet is not a religious network but rather an outreach to all religious organizations. It has had significant success in doing so because all the major religions have the basic tenets of giving care and showing compassion to those in need. NAMI FaithNet respects all religious beliefs. It also recognizes the expression by the majority of those affected by mental illness of the importance of the role of their spirituality in their ability to cope with having one of these illnesses themselves or in caring for an ill friend or family member. NAMI FaithNet encourages all those who are affected by a mental illness, who are also members of a faith community, to talk to their clergy person about mental illness and the role their faith is playing in their lives. This is done for two purposes: By telling their clergy person their story, he or she becomes personally involved and personal involvement is the best method of education. Understanding requires not only the attention of the ears and eyes, but also the heart; and By speaking to their clergy person, they have the opportunity to gain spiritual support. Sadly, at present, many shy away from speaking with their clergy person because of the effect the stigma of mental illness has had on their lives. NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need. Free of cost to participants Designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions Led by family members of people with mental health conditions 90 minutes long and meets twice monthly or monthly (varies by location) No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed Confidential Contact: Tracie Bayer Tracie@notaloneohio.org (740) 303-4220 OR Ginny Bischert Ginny@notaloneohio.org (740) 520-2089
Event details
- Date and time
- Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
- Venue
- Career & Volunteer Opportunities · Morrow, GA
- Category
- Faith & spirituality
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- October 1, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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