This webinar will provide an overview of the importance of including the patient in all levels of the assessment and treatment process, along with their family of choice as well as suggestions on how to incorporate this approach into practice.  The presenters will share the background of the engagement movement and the role that education of the patient and family members about the illness and treatment options plays in active engagement in the treatment process, specifically the importance of shared decision making. Best practices in proactive engagement of the person and the family including methods used in coordinated specialty care programs across the country, as well as peer-led education and support programs will also be discussed.

Presenters:

• Teri Brister, PhD, LPC, National Alliance on Mental Illness
• Ken Duckworth, MD, National Alliance on Mental Illness

For complete details visit:  SMIadviser.org/engage