October: Prioritizing Your Mental Well-being
Prioritizing Your Mental Well-being October marks National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month—a time to raise awareness, start conversations, and...
Celebrating Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Be the Source for Better Health As we step into July, NAMI Southwest Washington is proud to join the national...
From Gang Member to Mental Health Advocate
By Sheldon A. Jacobs I grew up in an inner-city community in San Diego, California, called “Southeast.” This area has...
Join the Movement: NAMI Walks 2024
In the heart of spring as nature bursts into life, an equally vibrant event takes place in Vancouver, Washington. This year, on May 18, 11:00 am at Marine Park there will be a gathering of support and community spirit. NAMI Walks, presented by NAMI Southwest Washington (NAMI SW WA), invites everyone to take a step forward
Lobby Day: Advocating for Mental Health, Together
February 19, 2024 marks a pivotal day for mental health advocacy in Washington State. It’s the day when NAMI Southwest...
Winter Supply Bags: Warmth and Compassion
By NAMI Southwest Washington As the frosty winds of winter sweep through our community, the warmth of human kindness shines...
Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
By NAMI Southwest Washington Crisis. A place where no one ever wishes to find themselves, and once in the throes,...
Mental Health Awareness Week: Shedding Light, Ending Stigma
By NAMI Southwest Washington Each year during the first full week of October, the world marks Mental Health Awareness Week—a...
Breaking the Silence: How Education Can Save Lives
By NAMI Southwest Washington September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a critical time to shine a spotlight on a deeply...
Creating Hope Through Action
By NAMI Southwest Washington September is a month of transition, as summer slowly yields to the embrace of autumn. It’s...