Project Partners

FinFami

FinFami’s Central Association is the central organisation for local families’ associations, and a national lobby organisation for the families of people recovering from mental illness.

The purpose of FinFami is to support local member associations and provide them with services to help the families of people with a mental illness.

FinFami works to promote the interests of families of people with a mental illness, with respect to political decision-making and service system development.

FinFami works with local families’ associations and other players to develop their operations, participates in the social debate on mental illness, and builds international connections.

Official Website:

https://finfami.fi/

Klinika za psihijatriju Vrapce

UPH Vrapče is the largest psychiatric hospital in Croatia, providing inpatient and outpatient mental health services to around 7,000 patients annually. It includes three national centres of excellence in social psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and old age psychiatry. The hospital is also a teaching institution for students and professionals in medicine, nursing, psychology, social work, and psychiatry, and places strong emphasis on involving families in the rehabilitation process through psychoeducation and support.

In the context of this application, UPH Vrapče carries out various psychosocial interventions such as social skills training, stress management, psychotherapy, and family support. The hospital has developed several manuals and tools for rehabilitation and stigma reduction and has participated in multiple Erasmus+ projects, producing educational materials in collaboration with partners. It also works with EUFAMI on the PROSPECT programme, aimed at empowering both families and individuals with lived experience of mental illness.

The organisation works primarily with adults aged 18 and above, with different mental health diagnoses. It also trains a wide range of students and health professionals, contributing to education and workforce development in the field of mental health care.

Official Website:
https://bolnica-vrapce.hr/

AMAFE

AMAFE (Asociación Española de Apoyo en Psicosis) is a non-profit organisation that supports people with mental health problems and their families through a wide range of psychosocial services. Its main activities include psychosocial intervention focused on recovery and autonomy, support for families through group sessions and personalised guidance, awareness campaigns to reduce stigma, gender equality initiatives, and professional training in mental health care. AMAFE also collaborates in research projects to ensure that its actions are evidence-based and effective.

In the framework of this application, AMAFE develops structured psychosocial support programmes aimed at adults with mental health conditions. These programmes are designed to improve emotional resilience, stress management, and social participation. Additionally, AMAFE delivers training sessions to mental health professionals, caregivers, and other relevant actors to enhance their understanding and effectiveness in the field of mental health.

The organisation works with various target groups, particularly young adults aged 18–30 who seek early intervention and support for recovery, and adults between 30 and 65 years old living with mental illness, who benefit from coping strategies and resources to improve their quality of life.

Official Website:

https://www.amafe.org/

Greek Carers Network EPIONI

EPIONI is a dynamic organization that supports individuals who work tirelessly as informal, unpaid carers of family members or friends who are struggling with physical or mental illness, disability, or addiction.

Our range of services includes providing valuable information about health issues and sharing good practices, providing practical advice and emotional support to carers, and helping them identify and leverage available resources in their local communities. We believe that our advocacy efforts will help ensure that carers receive the recognition, support, and resources they deserve.

As part of our commitment to promoting the well-being of carers, EPIONI organizes a range of events that educate and inform family carers. Our goal is to help carers feel empowered, supported, and valued. We are committed to creating positive change, promoting social inclusion, and enhancing the overall quality of life for individuals who work tirelessly to care for their loved ones.

Official Website:

www.epioni.gr

EUFAMI

EUFAMI (European Federation of Associations of Families of People with Mental Illness) is a European non-profit organisation that represents the voice of families and caregivers of people affected by severe mental ill health. It works to influence mental health policies, promote family support, reduce stigma, and improve the quality of life for individuals and families across Europe.

Official Website:
https://eufami.org

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