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Volunteer with NAMIWalks

Our upcoming NAMIWalks event on October 14th would not be possible without the incredible dedication of our volunteers. Your decision to join us as a volunteer today brings us one step closer to turning the dream of Mental Health for All into a tangible reality for tomorrow. Check out the different volunteer opportunities available on October 14th by clicking the “Volunteer” button.

Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background.

September is Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness and discuss this highly stigmatized topic. In addition to shifting public perception, we use this month to spread hope and vital information to people affected by suicide. Our goal is ensuring that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help.

Join our movement to advocate for a better mental health care system by signing up for advocacy alerts and taking action when opportunities arise in your community.

 

NAMIWalks San Mateo County! October 14, 2023!

This year, changing the world begins at Seal Point Park.
With your support and enthusiasm, we can make an unprecedented impact on mental health in our community. 

 

Our Mission.

Dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with mental illness and their families through support, education and advocacy.

It takes a village.
Be a partner in mental health.

Turning despair into Art. Featuring the beautiful one of a kind NARSAD Artcards! 40% off for two!

Each Note Card and Holiday Card is designed by a talented artist whose life has been affected by mental illness.

Our cards make great gifts, as do our beautiful grassroots-logo earrings, necklaces and bracelets created by Wild Bryde Jewelry.

Support Mental Health and give a meaningful gift!

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Education

NAMI Education courses are designed to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness, increase coping skills and empower participants to become advocates for their family members and for themselves…

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Support

NAMI Support groups are designed for family members, caregivers and individuals living with mental illness.  Our groups are designed for those hoping to gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar circumstances.

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Advocacy

NAMI is a strong voice on mental illness; carrying out ongoing advocacy for a public policy agenda to improve mental health services throughout our county, reduce the stigma associated with mental illness, and support effective treatment and recovery programs.

What people are saying...

Jim Coffman

“Next to County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, NAMI is the third leg of the stool in the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) program since 2005.  CIT has trained over 500 first responders that have the knowledge and skills to deal more effectively with people in a mental health crisis. I have personally referred many families to NAMI chapters in the Bay Area in order to help them deal with the life changing events when a loved one suffers their first break.  NAMI is an invaluable resource to law enforcement in San Mateo County.”

Jim Coffman
Detective, Psychiatric Emergency Response Team San Mateo County

Calvin Shelton

“NAMI San Mateo gave me a chance to grow. I dealt with a diagnosis of Paranoid Schizophrenia most of my life, and since taking the NAMI Peer-to-Peer class, I am now a Peer Mentor and their lead co-teacher. With the help of NAMI SMC, I have developed my leadership abilities and am a valued team member.”

Calvin Shelton
Redwood City

Teresa Walker

“I am one of the original founders of NAMI which started here in San Mateo County.  We called ourselves AMI (Alliance for the Mentally Ill) before the organization went national. At 90 years old, I am proud to be a member of NAMI SMC. Keep up the good work! Thanks for doing what you are doing.”

Teresa Walker — On Sept 9, 2017 our longtime friend and past NAMI SMC Board President past away at 92 years young.  Over the years, Terry worked tirelessly in a variety of capacities in the mental illness arena.  We salute Terry for her many contributions and appreciate all she has done for our community within NAMI SMC and in the mental health community; increasing awareness, supporting families and improving services!  Terry will be greatly missed!

Gina Olinger

“I’m really glad that I took the NAMI Peer-to-Peer class. Within 10 weeks I was able to get lots of new information and learn new techniques that I now use to make progress in my recovery.”

Gina Olinger, San Carlos

SMC Buys 2 Hotels For Supportive Housing.

San Mateo County has purchased two more hotels to help people experiencing homelessness get safe and stable housing. REDWOOD CITY, CA — The Board of Supervisors voted on Tuesday to approve the purchase of two former hotels to be repurposed as permanent housing units...

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Support NAMI SMC and help members of your community who face mental illness everyday.

Are you in CRISIS?
You are not alone.

Take the next step and become a member of NAMI today.