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Family Alliance on Severe Mental Illnesses

Family toolkit

Family Toolkit & Letter Templates

Practical starting points for sharing observations, asking questions and planning care.

Toolkit

Preparing for a Psychiatric Appointment

A short, factual overview can help a clinician understand history, recent changes and the family’s main questions.

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Toolkit

Providing Collateral Information

Families may need to provide information even when the care team cannot disclose personal health information in return.

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Toolkit

Planning for Hospital Discharge

A discharge conversation is clearer when the family knows what practical information and follow-up need to be addressed.

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Toolkit

Questions for Supportive Housing Providers

Housing should be matched to the person’s needs and have clear expectations for support, safety and accountability.

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