Testimonials

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What the Families said:

“To express my feelings and to understand my child’s brain disorders is more helpful than you know. To know that there are other people that are going through similar situations I am, so I’m not alone. To be patient and understanding. This is what I needed..”

“The best is knowing that I wasn’t the only one experiencing this. It was good to get away once a week and talk about our problems. I learned so much. Never give up – no matter how frustrated you may be.”

“I love the class and everything about this class. It was very positive and helpful. I didn’t want to come at the beginning because I felt I was the one on probation but then before the class ended I was looking forward to coming. Great job, “Guys”!”

“I learned a lot about what steps to take and how not to sit around and “watch” things happen. And listening to others stories helped me not feel alone.”

“I learned different techniques of talking to my kids and helping them with their disorder. I feel it would be good for anyone going thru the process of disorders to attend the class. It is so helpful. Now I’m very hopeful for success.”

"I have my life back. I have hope. Thank you."

What the Professionals said:

"I was skeptical about this training initially; however, the training was good. It provided helpful information for me to use in many situations."

"This is excellent training. I wish I had participated sooner."

“This program provided more that I ever expected.”

“All the information was excellent. We appreciated it very much. Thank you.”

What other NAMI Affiliates said:

"I have looked over the new Visions extensively.
I may be a hard sell, but when I buy - I buy. It is a great Educational Program."

Barbara French - NAMI MO

"I am the NJ Coordinator for Family Voices, national network on behalf of children with special healthcare needs and there has been a tremendous increase in calls on children's mental health. VFT has helped me both personally and professionally, and is one of the most fulfilling things I've ever done in helping other families."

Lauren Agoratus- NAMI NJ

"The materials are excellent and our teachers were so experienced, I had a very positive experience. Much of the information is applicable to any age - very helpful for me personally in dealing with my daughter."

Marion Shaw - NAMI Dallas and Family to Family Teacher

"I feel that the class was outstanding and that we covered lots of situations that will come up in our classes. Even though I'm "trained", I'll always be learning!"

Sylvia Pope - NAMI Austin

"It was rejuvenating for me."

Teresa Hatten - NAMI Fort Wayne IN

"I am so excited.......the organizational planning and cordination is going to take it(VFT) to the next level with sustainability!"

Stephanie Boyer - NAMI Multnomah County, OR

".....this training taught me to look at problems as challenges! I can go back to OK and present this material with confidence and a sense that our VFT instructors will be pleased with the new changes."

Palma Bucher - NAMI Tulsa

The new Teacher's Manuals are easier to use than the previous ones, and the updated information is wonderful.

Linda VanMelis, NAMI, Ocean County, NJ