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NAMI CC is saddened to hear of former Supervisor Federal Glover’s passing, on Sunday, May 18th, 2025. He was a long time supporter of NAMI CC and the winner of our 2024 Elected Official Change Agent Award…
The first full week of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth is #TDAwarenessWeek. Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is an involuntary movement disorder associated with the use of antipsychotics. Early recognition and treatment can make a positive impact. Click Read More for details.
NAMI CC is proud to recognize May 4-10, 2025, as Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Awareness Week to reduce stigma and empower those impacted by the condition. Click Read More for information on TD.
Follow our NAMI CC official WeChat account for articles on various mental health topics, all written in Chinese!
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Assemblywoman Anamarie Avila Farias nominated our CEO, Gigi R. Crowder, L.E., for “California Woman of the Year” for Assembly District 15. On March 10, 2025, Gigi officially received this honor.
Join us for a crochet class in May led by our very own volunteer, Nancy! Engaging in arts and crafts can significantly boost mental health by providing a sense of achievement and expression. So please join us for some craft therapy! All levels are welcome. Limited supplies are available but bring your own yarns and hooks, if possible.
Assemblywoman Anamarie Avila Farias nominated our CEO, Gigi R. Crowder, L.E., for “California Woman of the Year” for Assembly District 15. On March 10, 2025, Gigi along with other honorees will participate in a ceremony in Sacramento.
Thank you for joining us this year for our annual Crab Feed fundraising event! We enjoyed spending the cherished evening all attendees. This year, went all out to bring you a fun and fabulous Crab Feed Fundraiser with auctions, games, and plenty of crab! Click Read More for more details.
We’re pleased to share that NAMI CC CEO Gigi Crowder, L.E., was recently honored at Oakland’s Black Joy Parade’s “Icon Among Us” award, recognizing leaders dedicated to igniting change in the Bay Area.
Join us for our 2024 Annual Holiday “Leave No One Behind” Christmas Day Outreach “Sock Distribution.” We will be sharing hope for those who are impacted by Mental Illness, especially those that Sleep Under the Stars*. Our focus is on making a life saving connection.
Contra Costa County to Hold
Homeless Persons’ Memorial Service on December 20, 2024. Join Virtually or In Person to Remember and Honor Lives Lost.
We are announcing that our website will skip its usual weekly maintenance from 5:30 AM – 8:30 AM PT on 7/12.
Donate to NAMI Contra Costa this Holiday Season to Help Those who Sleep Underneath the Stars.
Written by Gilian Foerster, a NAMI CC 2024 Intern.
LGBTQ+ Women have unique struggles in their mental health that are unkown to most.
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If you couldn’t make it to our National Mental Health Day of Prayer, here’s your opportunity to catch up! In observance of Mental Health Day of Prayer, NAMI Contra Costa’s FaithNet Program lead an effort to bring a diverse interfaith group together on October 8, 2024. Read more for details.
A recap for those who want to see it again or for those who couldn’t make it: on September 21, 2024, as part of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, NAMI Contra Costa hosted the 4th Annual “Know the Signs: Remembering Those We’ve Lost” event at Contra Loma Regional Park in Antioch. Watch and read it again here!
When parents and loved ones of a psychosis sufferer ponders what they are going through there is no way to know–not by a long shot.
In case you missed it, now you can watch the NAMI CC Mental Health Presentation, a Conversation led by Jacob Parker, Legislative Fellow at the Office of Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan on September 18th over Zoom. Click Read More for Details.
A great time was held by all that attended NAMI Contra Costa’s Fall Volunteer Appreciation Celebration last Friday, September 13, 2024. Click Read More for Details.
Written by Kathy Maibaum-Perryman, CFNC – A deep passion for mental health and well-being. This month, Kathy talks about having fewer than 120 days left in the year and how to make the best of it with a call to join her in meeting your wellness goals.
You’re invited to a NAMI CC Mental Health Presentation, a Conversation led by Jacob Parker, Legislative Fellow at the Office of Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan on September 18th over Zoom. Click Read More for Details.
As we continue into September, we at NAMI Contra Costa continue to raise mental health awareness and suicide prevention. On Tuesday, September 10, NAMI is calling grassroots advocates to support the Local 988 Response Act, a major priority bill to improve the routing of people calling the 988 Lifeline for help during a crisis.
Written by Sheila Alacorn, a NAMI CC 2024 Summer Intern.
Looking for a therapist might sound as easy as typing “therapy near me” in the search engine, but how do you really find a therapist for you or a loved one? There are a lot of factors that go into finding therapy, such as economic worries, the type of therapy you are searching for, and even understanding credentials. Additionally, there are resources and benefits that many folks are not aware of. Here, a little bit of everything will be explained to aid your search.
A Comprehensive Guide Written by Hermela Araya, a NAMI CC 2024 Summer Intern, on finding a suitable psychologist or psychiatrist for your needs.
Discover the keys to optimal wellness and caring for your mind, body, and soul. Kaycee Briones, a NAMI CC Volunteer, shares valuable tips and examples on prioritizing wellness. From joining clubs to journaling, learn practical ways to improve your well-being. Reflect on wellness and explore avenues for self-improvement. Dive into this read and learn about some ways to maximize your wellness.
Written by NAMI CC Summer 2024 Intern, Minahil Afzal. Are you looking to make a difference in your community and support those living with mental health conditions? Discover the rewarding world of mental health volunteering. Minahil provides steps and suggestions for how to get started as a mental health volunteer.
Written by Kathy Maibaum-Perryman, CFNC – A deep passion for mental health and well-being. This month, Kathy talks about August, National Wellness Month, a perfect time to focus on nurturing our physical, mental, and emotional well-being by incorporating wellness activities into our daily lives.
On Saturday, July 27th, NAMI Contra Costa held its second annual faith-based mental health awareness event called Healing Through Music, which started in 2023. This phenomenal event featured 5-Time GRAMMY Award Winner, Gospel Singer Erica Campbell, and is recapped in this post.
