Welcome to
NAMI Contra Costa
Welcome to
NAMI Contra Costa
Support. Educate. Advocate. Outreach.
Join 2023’s California Nonprofit of the Year in Supporting Individuals, Families, and the Broader Community Impacted by Mental Illness.
About Us
Support. Educate. Advocate. Outreach.
A Brief Overview of NAMI CC
Mission Statement - To provide support, outreach, education, and advocacy to individuals impacted by mental illness, their families, and the broader community.
NAMI Contra Costa is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing outreach, education, support and advocacy to individuals living with mental illness, their families, and the broader community. We have been serving in Contra Costa County and beyond for over 35 years. All our programs are free, so get involved today and help make a difference in your life, others’ lives, and in the local community.
NAMI Contra Costa is an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. We are unique in our independence with long history of supporting individuals living with mental illness, their families, and the broader community.
NAMI CC has a commitment to serve the needs of all impacted by mental illness. We have staffed our agency to be reflective of those who are unserved, underserved, and inappropriately served. We have many support groups, classes, and services for these communities. Additionally, to help reach much of the homebound community, we provide almost all of our groups and classes via Zoom, and now more are in-person. So please visit our calendar page for group dates and times.
NAMI Contra Costa was named the 2023 California Nonprofit of the Year.
Our News Updates
1st California Screening of No One Cares About Crazy People
Join us for the 1st California Screening of No One Cares About Crazy People film by Gail Freedman, coming soon in early October! Click Read More for details.
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Sept. 28: Douglas Dunn’s Memorial Service
To NAMI CC Members and the Broader Contra Costa County, We would like to notify you that Douglas Dunn’s memorial will be taking place in a couple of weeks on...
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Remembering Douglas Dunn
It's with deep sadness that we share with you the passing of one of our most fearless, experienced, and committed mental health advocates.
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Notice: Office Closed for Labor Day
Please be advised that the NAMI CC (National Alliance on Mental Illness, Contra Costa) office will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day.
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[Sept. 6] NAMI CC Family-Focused Education Recruitment Gathering
We are actively seeking new leaders! You're invited to NAMI CC's Family-Focused Education Recruitment Gathering for NAMI Family to Family and NAMI Basics educational courses. Click Read More for information.
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Fall 2025 Volunteer Module Training
Thank you so much for your interest in beginning, or continuing, to volunteer with NAMI Contra Costa. You are cordially invited to attend the upcoming 5-Module Training! You're helping improve...
Read MoreGeneral Meeting Updates
September 2025 General Meeting
Attend our general meeting this month, where speaker Vaibhav A. Diwadkar, PhD, Professor & Co-Director Brain Imaging Research Division, from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI, will talk about Social Media and Mental Health. Click Read More for information about this in-person meeting.
Watch NowAugust 2025 General Meeting
Attend our general meeting this month, where speaker Debbi Fox-Davis, Director, Patient Engagement and Advocacy discusses Creating a Recovery-Focused Path in Schizophrenia: Relapse Prevention Strategies. Click Read More for Meeting information.
Watch NowJuly 2025 General Meeting
Attend our general meeting this month, where in honor of BIPOC (Minority) Mental Health, we will share community defined strategies and culturally responsive services we utilize to serve the cultural and ethnic demographics of Contra Costa County. Through our innovations program, we are "Building Mental Health Friendly Communities Together."
Watch NowOffice Contact & Support Groups
To best meet the needs of those we serve, we host our support groups, signature educational programs, and other training sessions are live/in-person, hybrid, and on Zoom. To find a specific group location and meeting times, please check the NAMI CC Calendar for all group offerings and our Zoom Support Groups page for online groups.
The NAMI Contra Costa Office will be closed in observance of holidays throughout the year. Please come back often for updates.
Phone Numbers
Email Address
Hours
- Mon-Th: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
- Fri: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sat: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sun: Closed
NAMI CC Masking Policy
Following the recommendation of Contra Costa Health Department as of August 6, 2024, we encourage visitors to our office to wear a mask if you are symptomatic.
Common symptoms listed by the Contra Costa Health Department include the following:
- Difficulty Breathing
- Congestion
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Sore Throat
Get Educated.
NAMI Contra Costa Classes
Learn more about mental health as a peer, family member, loved one, or community member.
Mental Health Crash Course (MHCC)
On Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Mental Health Crash Course's seminar acts as an orientation to the mental health field. No registration required.
Family-to-Family (F2F)
A free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others, and friends of people living with mental illness. This course is available in English, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.
Basics
A free, 6-session program designed for parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties. These classes, all on Zoom, are available in English, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish.
Peer-to-Peer (P2P)
A free, 8-session educational program for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. Peer-to-Peer in English, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.
Get Involved with NAMI Contra Costa
Volunteer
NAMI CC relies on volunteers to help with meetings, office tasks, fundraising and many other activities. If you want to volunteer, contact us today!
Donate Online
We rely on the generosity of the community to keep our doors open and our groups and programs free.
Your donations keep our groups and services running, plus it’s tax deductible!
Membership
Become a member of NAMI Contra Costa today. Receive our monthly e-newsletter, check out books from our library and get state (NAMI CA) and national memberships (NAMI) as well.
Your memberships keep our services running and are tax-deductible.
Via Mail
NAMI Contra Costa
2151 Salvio St, Ste V
Concord, CA 94520
