| FAMILY EDUCATION | |
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Mississippi Families as Allies for Children's Mental Health family support group
is support and education for parents, grandparents, resource parents and legal guardians
of youth with behavior challenges, discipline or mental health concerns.
The Jackson Family Support Group meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at St. James Episcopal Church from 5:30-7:30. The Biloxi Family Support Group meets the first Tuesday of every month at Church of the Redeemer Episcopal Church from 5:30-7:30. |
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| FAMILY SUPPORT PARTNER | |
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Family Support Partners are parents, foster parents and caregivers who have experienced
the concern and confusion of trying to find help and support for their own children
and themselves. They assist other parents and caregivers of children and youth
with serious emotional disorders who are in similar situations by offering information,
referrals, and support. Family Support Partners may be part of wraparound
teams. Family Support Partner Goals: To allow families to benefit from the guidance and support of other parents with similar experiences. To provide family assistance through education, information, support, and advocacy. |
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