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[9/10] is 988 Day of Action

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.

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An image that has NAMI CC's logo with large text, "THINKING ABOUT THERAPY?" How to find therapy for you or a loved one. This is the featured image for Sheila's blog post.

How to Find A Therapist

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. 

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How to Become a Mental Health Volunteer

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.

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