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Nite Out with NAMI

In Adults Living with a Mental Illness, News, Programs by NAMI Wood County

Our Nite Out with NAMI program is a great gathering opportunity for food and fellowship for people in Wood County who are looking to learn more about educational topics that are mental health adjacent.Join us for a fun-filled afternoon in the park as we soak up the last bit of summer! There will be a cook out, corn hole, and …

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NAMI Basics

In News, Parents and Caregivers of a Child with Mental Illness, Programs by NAMI Wood County

NAMI Basics is an educational program for parents and caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental illnesses. It covers the fundamentals of caring for yourself, your family, and your child. NAMI Basics is Postponed until Spring 2024! Please fill out the form before to be alerted about our upcoming class in the Spring: 1 Step 1 Register for NAMI …

Webcam Usage During Online Programming

In News, Programs by NAMI Wood County

Webcam Usage During Online Programming 09/16/2020 During classes and groups, we encourage participants to show their webcam and participate in activities and discussions. This promotes engagement with program leaders and other participants, which is the best way to receive the full benefit of the class and group. It also promotes safety and well-being of participants, by allowing leaders to identify …

NAMI’s Statement on Racist Incidents

In News by NAMI Wood County

3/18/2021 The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released the following statement from NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr., regarding the recent violence against members of the Asian American community. “We are deeply saddened by this traumatic event in Atlanta that cost eight people their lives. “NAMI condemns all acts of violence and discrimination directed toward members of the …

Annual Dinner

In Events, News, Spring by NAMI Wood County

NAMI Wood County’s Annual Dinner: Planting the seeds of resilience, growth, and changeNAMI Wood County would like to invite you to our 16th Annual Dinner, as we celebrate and say thank you to all of our supporters for another remarkable year at NAMI Wood County! Together we will share an evening focused on inspiring resilience, growth, and change. The night …

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Mental Health Conference Series

In All Community Members, News, Programs by NAMI Wood County

Click Here to RegisterHANDOUTSThis year’s conference Series will focus on the mental health continuum of care, and include presentations on: Prevention and promotion programs available in the community Engagement  strategies for family members in their loved one’s recovery The definition of postvention, and how it can help prevent suicide Available treatment modalities and mental health professionals Evidence-based NAMI programs available …

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NAMI Education Series

In All Community Members, News, Programs by NAMI Wood County

About the NAMI Education Series NAMI Education Series is a program designed to better inform those who have or know someone affected by mental illness. How do we do that? By hosting and offering several presentations to our community!Why You Should Attend The road to recovery can sometimes be a scary one with many unknown or confusing factors. Our goal …