NAMI Georgia

Rep. Katie Dempsey Discusses Behavioral and Mental Health on Georgia Public Broadcasting’s Lawmakers Show To read more please go to https://house-press.com/rep-katie-dempsey-discusses-behavi/

NAMI Georgia's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee is launching a monthly webinar series that will explore different aspects of the relationship between DE&I and Mental Health. Join us for our first webinar in the Courageous Conversations series as a panel of subject matter experts will discuss Mental Health Disparities in BIPOC communities. Pre-registration is required. You can register here: ... https://zoom.us//regi/tJYkc-GppzotGdzRyi9w8h8J8PnC906JTMib See more

JOIN OUR TEAM! We are looking for new Board Members. To apply, please follow the link below: https://namiga.org/about-nami-georgia/board/ ... For more info, please contact Bonnie Hannah at [email protected]

Congratulations to NAMI Moultrie for raising awareness. Thank you Lynn Wilson and the NAMI Moultrie leadership for all your hard work to support, educate and advocate for those affected by mental health in Colquitt county.

Are you interested in learning more about yourself and mental health awareness? NAMI Georgia and NAMI Henry|Fayette are hosting a Free 8-session Peer to Peer class for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Date: March 1st... For more info and to register to attend, please contact Kenya Phillips at [email protected] or by phone at 678-668-1409.

Join the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention DATE/TIME: Friday, February 5th, 12pm-1pm EST LOCATION: Zoom - a link will be sent to all registered attendees prior to the event... To register please go to: https://www.congressweb.com/signup/ REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, February 3rd

Thanks for a wonderful Mental Health Day at the Capitol Virtual Edition! If you missed it, please check out the link below: https://tinyurl.com/yxh8pey3

Check out NAMI GA weekly advocacy updates here: https://namiga.org/get-in/advocate/weekly-advocacy-updates/ #NAMIGA #MentalHealthAdvocacy

NAMI Cobb and NAMI Moultrie are hosting a Peer to Peer class starting February 20th. NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. To find out more, and to register to attend, please contact Allen Spetnagel at [email protected] or Todd Lynch at [email protected] or by phone at 229.466 2314.

Together, we can stop the spread of #COVID19. Follow these 4 simple steps. #KeepGAKidsHealthy

Join NAMI Gwinnett's Virtual Education Series Featuring special guest: Reinette Arnold, Region 3 Community Relations and Education Coordinator for Behavioral Health Link When: February 11, 2021 Time: 7 pm... To register, contact [email protected]

Don’t wait to take your child or teen to their well-child visit. Make sure there are up to date on immunizations, hearing, vision health, and other growth and development measures. Talk to your insurance company to help find a pediatrician near you. #KeepGAKidsHealthy

Join us for our In Your Own Voice (IOOV) Presentation via Zoom: When: Jan 20, 2021 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting:... https://zoom.us//regi/tJIvcuCoqjosHdSVYzV_4PnSetVvSM6-vdMo After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

#MonumentalMoments Sandy Dean and her family went for a walk at Lullwater Park which is on the Emory University campus in order to spend quality time with one another and enjoy nature.

Join BFAM for the 4th Annual & 1st Virtual Bobby Tillman 5K Walk/Run When: Saturday, May 1 - Saturday, May 8, 2021 Free shirts and prizes available!... Register now at www.raceentry.com/bobbytillman

We want your opinion! Help us by voting on the cover for our 2020 Resource Guide! Please comment below and let us know which one you think is the best fit for us and the #NAMIGAWay

Just in case you missed it! We had an amazing forum with Jill Gran, Assoc Dir. State Gov't Affairs of Otsuka Pharmaceutical last week. To view the video please follow the link below: https://drive.google.com//1QcGRZEr88EBDFpJEvf5C0xRUnXFWbpQ

#MonumentalMoments Adria Bryant sings Hard Places while playing her guitar to share a moment with her that helps her to relieve stress and have a great 2020! Share your moment today!

Our new website is LIVE! Check it out at www.namiga.org. We hope that you enjoy our new updates.

Join @chcimpact The Exchange: Understanding CSR/ESG and its Role for Your Nonprofit November 19, 2020 TimeL 2 p.m. EST/11 a.m. PST... Register today at https://us02web.zoom.us//regist/WN_wPgAi-8RQMOq_JNp6pPXNw

Are you interested in learning more about how to care for your child or adolescent with emotional and behavioral difficulties? We have a course that can help! NAMI Basics is a 6-week class that gives parents the information they need to be more effective caregivers. This course will help parents understand the illnesses that are causing those behavioral difficulties, and the critical role families play in the treatment of those illnesses. For more information: Contact Diane Sitton at [email protected].

Join us for NAMI Smarts for Advocacy- A hands-on advocacy training program. Date: Satruday, November 28th Time: 6 - 8 p.m.... To REGISTER Contact: Wendy Casper at [email protected] REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

The mental health advocacy community has created #MonumentalMoments, a community platform to celebrate all the ways people are caring for their mental health during this difficult time! Check out the campaign at monumentalmoments.com #MonumentalMoments

NAMI Georgia had another great monthly Affiliate Development call this past Saturday with Affiliate leaders from across the state. Thank you to all our NAMI Georgia Affiliate Leaders, Program Leaders, and Affiliate Advocate Leaders for all you do for those affected by Mental Health in your communities! If you are an affiliate leader, please join us on the first Saturday of each month at 9 am. Please contact affiliate@namiga for the login link. ... NAMI Augusta, NAMI DeKalb, NAMI Rome, GA, NAMI Northside Atlanta, NAMI Albany, NAMI-Savannah, NAMI Statesboro, NAMI Union County, NAMI Hall, NAMI Moultrie, NAMI COBB Georgia NAMI Forsyth Dawson Lumpkin

LAST CHANCE to earn a NAMIWalks Recognition Gift! 12 a.m. MIDNIGHT tonight is your last chance to qualify for a wonderful NAMIWalks prize! FUNDRAISE or make a DONATION TODAY at www.namiwalks.org/georgia!... #TheNAMIGAWay

SAVE THE DATE! Mental Health Day at the Capitol 2020 Virtual Edition Date: Janurary 19, 2021 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. ... For more info, please contact Lisa at [email protected] #MentalHealthEquity

Join us for Question, Persuade, Refer Date: November 9, 2020 Time: 11-12 p.m. To register, please go to https://Namiga.zoom.us//tJUtd-msqDktGNNkgx6nX-QBk6WGnl7-iF

Don't keep your feelings bottled up! Share how someone has helped you through a tough time. #freeyourfeels! Need help right now? Click the link linktr.ee/freeyourfeels to download the MyGCAL app and find out more about the #freeyourfeels campaign at www.freeyourfeels.org #freeyourfeelsfriday

As you may know, we offer a non-crisis HelpLine that provides info and resources for persons with mental health conditions and their family members. Now, we have translation services available in over 240 languages! The HelpLine is available Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Check out this live virtual performance by Me2/Orchestra Neurocrine Biosciences has partnered with Me2/Orchestra to perform an original musical score as part of Monumental Moments, inspired by the experiences of the orchestra’s members. #MonumentalMovement

We have until December 9, 2020 to fundraise for NAMIWalks Your Way (GA)! to reach our goal of $250,000! Go to www.namiwalks.org/georgia TODAY! You still have time to claim a prize.

Please support our fundraiser! Looking for a way to get your holiday shopping done while also supporting NAMI GA? Visit our Charleston Wrap page and shop from their selection of over 1,500 gift ideas! 40% of all sales and 30% of customized items will benefit NAMI GA. Link: https://www.charlestonwrapstore.com/schoolcodeinputvalidati... Thank you for supporting us!

Sleep plays a huge role in your overall health. It allows our bodies to repair themselves and our brains to consolidate memories and process information. Poor sleep is linked to anxiety and depression. What are your go-to remedies when you can't fall asleep? Leave your suggestions below and check out the benefits of good sleep. Need more support? Download the My GCAL app at linktr.ee/freeyourfeels.