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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.
Lamisa Zaman, a 2024 NAMI CC Intern, explains about Transitional Aged Youth, the importance of supporting this demographic, and how NAMI CC as an organization uniquely supports TAY.
Are you or a loved one in need of some support? In this article, we show you how to find support groups at NAMI CC and locally in Contra Costa County.
We’re pleased to share that our CEO, Gigi Renee Crowder, had the opportunity to speak about the power of empathy online, social media and mental health at San Ramon’s TEDx Talk. Watch NAMI CC CEO Gigi Crowder speak at TEDx Talk’s The Quest for Balance: Human Connection in a Digital World | TEDxCamino Ramon St.
Healing Through Music, a Mental Health Awareness Concert, returns for 2024 on July 27 at 5 PM. This year, we are featuring five-time GRAMMY Award Winner, Erica Campbell, who has a special message for Bay Area Californians: Get Your Tickets NOW!
We are announcing that our website will skip its usual weekly maintenance from 5:30 AM – 8:30 AM PT on 7/12.
