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
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
Shine Your light: A NAMI News @ Night Event The 14th Annual Dinner This year, our Annual Dinner will be a special night filled with good news, good conversation and good food! On Monday, April 19th, 2021 the NAMI Wood County staff, board members, and other community members will come together virtually on Facebook and YouTube Live, while you watch …
Mental Health Conference Series
Due to COVID-19, the conference series for 2020 has been changed to a webinar series format. This series provides opportunities to further educate oneself on the topic of mental illness. This program is for mental health professionals, family members, individuals living with mental illness, and community members. These webinars are FREE. Register below. Join NAMI! NEXT CONFERENCE: Caring for Yourself …
NAMI Education Series
Planning for the Future Wednesday, May 19th from 6 – 8 pm Planning for the financial future of loved ones impacted by mental health conditions can be confusing or overwhelming for families. Join us for our May education night to discuss planning for to future of your loved ones. We will have speakers to discuss STABLE accounts (an investment account …
Nite Out with NAMI
Register September 15th Nite Out is a great gathering opportunity for food and fellowship for people that seek mental health services in the Wood County community. What to Expect Peer gathering 6 times a year for 2 hours, free of charge During the summer there is a day outing Casual experience with peers and other members from NAMI Meal and …
NAMI Basics
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 – Register Here! Saturdays from 8 am – 11 am February 20th, 27th, March 6th, and March 13th What You Should Expect Online class offered over GoToMeeting. …
After Burn Set For Friday October 4th, 2019!
Our “After Burn” 5k Run/Walk and Chili Cook-Off will be held Friday October 4th at the Wood County Fairgrounds. Line up of events: 5:00 pm Registration and Family Activities, 6:00 pm 1K walk/5K Run, 6:30 pm Chili Cookoff, 8:00 pm Glow Walk for suicide awareness. Bring the whole family as we will have activities for all ages. To sign up …
RSVP to attend DAY Out with NAMI Wood County
Summer! Yes, Summer! Which means Nite Out with NAMI gears up for DAY Out with NAMI! This year we will be going to Perry Falls Mini-Golf on July 16th, 2019! Interested in joining us? Call to RSVP-419-352-0626- space is limited!!!
Why NAMI?
Why NAMI? Such a simple question, with so many diverse and life changing answers. This May, join NAMI Wood County in celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with this classic black&white option and be ready to answer when someone asks you …Why NAMI? Order your Why NAMI? shirt TODAY Only a few days left to order! Get yours HERE