STEP Family Support Group

Education and Peer Support for Families of Clients in Adult Mental Health Treatment Programs

Families play a vital role in the recovery of a loved one, yet taking care of a relative who has a serious mental illness can place considerable strain on the primary care givers and other family members. Recognizing the important role and needs of families, Skyland Trail offers the family Support, Training and Education Program (STEP).

STEP is for families of adult clients. Learn more about the Adolescent Family Program for families of adolescent clients here.

COVID-19 UPDATE

Remote Family Services

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all family services are now taking place remotely via zoom video conferencing. Family therapy, family education and support, and family orientation are all taking place remotely via zoom video conferencing.

The group provides family members with the knowledge, skills and support needed to cope effectively with the unique challenges associated with caring for someone with a mental illness.

During the first hour, a mental health professional provides education and training to the group. The second hour is a support group in which families discuss what they have learned, dilemmas they confront or feelings they experience.

six family members participating in STEP family education and support group

Upcoming STEP Dates & Topics

STEP is open to family members and important friends of adult clients enrolled in a Skyland Trail mental health treatment program. Families of Skyland Trail graduates and alumni may also attend. STEP is offered to Skyland Trail families free of charge and is made possible in part by charitable donations from the community.

STEP meets on Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern. Family STEP is offered through zoom only.

Please contact STEP Facilitator, Shelley Danser at sdanser@skylandtrail.org or 678-686-5956 for more information about STEP.

STEP is for families of adult clients. Learn more about the Adolescent Family Program for families of adolescent clients here.

 

February 23, 2023
No STEP Meeting

March 2, 2023
Support Group Only

March 9, 2023
What to Do Before, During, and After Validation with Debbie Mazur

March 16, 2023
Supporting Transgender Loved Ones with Luca Valentine, BS, LMSW

March 23, 2023
TMS and Treatment-Resistant Depression with Ben Hunter, MD

March 30, 2023
5:30-6:30 - Opportunity for New Families: Overview of Terms and Concepts
6:30-8:00 - Support Group Only

April 6, 2023
No STEP Meeting

April 13, 2023
In Our Own Words with Tera Carter, CPS

April 20, 2023
Applying for Disability with Anna Maki, JD

April 27, 2023
5:30-6:30 - Opportunity for New Families: Overview of Terms and Concepts
6:30-8:00 - Support Group Only

Open to Skyland Trail Families

STEP is open to family members and important friends of adult clients enrolled in a Skyland Trail mental health treatment program. Families of Skyland Trail graduates and alumni may also attend. STEP is offered to Skyland Trail families free of charge and is made possible in part by charitable donations from the community.

STEP is for families of adult clients. Learn more about the Adolescent Family Program for families of adolescent clients here.

People in Your Shoes

Listen as families describe their experiences with STEP.

"You have gotten him here, and he is safe. Now rest and let Skyland do its work.' That was the kind reassurance we received from other parents and family members on our first night at STEP." 

Ellen's Story >>
ellen g and tim m parents of a Skyland Trail graduate

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Contact our admissions team to learn how Skyland Trail can help you or your loved one.