The NAMI Homefront educational program is free and held over six sessions. The program is designed for families, caregivers and friends of military service members and veterans with mental health conditions. Based on the nationally recognized NAMI Family-to-Family program, NAMI Homefront is designed to address the unique needs of family, caregivers and friends of those who have served or are currently serving our country. The program is taught by trained family members of service members/veterans with mental health conditions.

NAMI Homefront is only available as an online course through various NAMI affiliates. Click here to learn more and to view the schedule of upcoming sessions.

NAMI Homefront Brochure

What You Should Expect

  • Six 2.5 hour sessions of instructional material, discussions and interactive exercises.
  • Designed for loved ones (over age 18) of veterans or active service members living with mental illness.
  • Information on how to access programs, benefits, and resources for service members and veterans is included in the program manual.

What You’ll Gain

Recovery is a journey and there is hope for all people affected by mental illness. This group experience provides the opportunity for mutual support and shared positive impact. You will experience compassion and reinforcement from people who relate to your experiences. Through your participation, you have the opportunity to help others grow.

NAMI Homefront teaches you how to:

  • Manage crises, solve problems and communicate effectively
  • Learn to care for yourself, including managing your stress
  • Develop the confidence and stamina to support your family member with compassion
  • Identify and access federal, state and local services
  • Stay informed on the latest research and information on mental health, including post-traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse
  • Understand current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications and side effects
  • Navigate the challenges and impact of mental health conditions on the entire family

What People are Saying

“You realize that he will never be the same having been through war. I learned how to treat him more as an adult than as a hurt child.”— Mother of a veteran after graduating from a NAMI Family-to-Family class held at a VA clinic

“We are still friends with everyone that was in the class. There’s always and open ear and an open heart and a shoulder to cry on if you need it.” — Father of a veteran after graduating from a NAMI Family-to-Family class held at a VA hospital

To Sign Up for NAMI Homefront:

NAMI Homefront is currently available as an online course through various NAMI affiliates. Click here for more information.