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!
This September, Suicide Awareness Prevention Month, NAMI CC’s AAPI Team’s monthly online public presentation features our own team to discuss Youth Mental Health & Suicide Prevention!
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.
Get ready to attend our September (Suicide Prevention Awareness Month) 2024 General Meeting Mental Health Speaker Series. In Honor of September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Savannah Crippen, MPH, and NAMI CC TAY Coordinator Leo Li will speak about current interventions available to youth.
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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.
As September unfolds, we at NAMI Contra Costa are proud to be part of a critical initiative for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. On Sunday, September 8, NAMI CC and NAMI join the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in observing the inaugural 988 Day—a national effort to raise awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
A Comprehensive Guide Written by Hermela Araya, a NAMI CC 2024 Summer Intern, on finding a suitable psychologist or psychiatrist for your needs.
Join us on October 8th, 2024, for a significant event on National Mental Health Day of Prayer. We aim to raise awareness, foster healing, and promote peace in Contra Costa County. Spiritual leaders, mental health advocates, and community members are invited to unite in prayers for those impacted by mental health challenges. Come and be a part of these prayers as we encourage unity and support for individuals facing these challenges.
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.
This August, NAMI CC’s AAPI Team’s monthly online public presentation features Dr. Xie Gang. She will draw on 24 years of experience in Mental Health work to provide a detailed explanation of Mental Health services available in U.S. public health insurance, helping parents to quickly guide their children toward recovery to address challenging questions. Click “Read More” for details.
