Seasonal Affective Disorder: Preparing for the Darker Months
As the days grow shorter in Southwest Washington and sunshine becomes rare, many people notice a shift in their mood....
Shine the Light Summit Save the Date!
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 | 2pm-5pm (doors open at 1:45pm) Gaiser Hall, Clark College | Vancouver, WA Join NAMI Southwest...
National Volunteer Week: How You can Help!
By NAMI Southwest Washington At NAMI Southwest Washington, our mission is built on hope, compassion, and connection. Every day, we...
Janelle’s Story: Finding Hope During Mental Illness Awareness Week
By NAMI Southwest Washington I never thought I’d be telling my story to help break the silence surrounding mental health,...
Shining the Light on Suicide Prevention
On September 14th, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, NAMI Southwest Washington will, at the Clark County Family YMCA, will host...
Resiliency Strengthening Through the Creative Arts
By Kathy Sullivan, MAAT, REACE Who really wants to “practice” self-care? It can feel like just another task to put...
Eating Disorder Awareness Week: A Journey from Darkness to Light
By NAMI Southwest Washington As we step into Eating Disorder Awareness Week, from February 26 through March 3, it feels...
Celebrating Black History Month Through Art and Mental Wellness
By NAMI Southwest Washington As we step into Black History Month 2024, embracing the theme “African Americans and the Arts,”...
The 5 Pillars of Recovery to Mental Wellness
By Jared Bendifallah Let’s face it. Recovery from one or more mental health conditions isn’t easy. My name is Jared...
Recognizing, Understanding, and Taking Action
By NAMI Southwest Washington Depression is more than just feeling sad or going through a rough patch. It’s a serious...