Renee R. Randall, Ph.D., came to NAMI Washtenaw County with a deep personal interest in mental health issues which she has contributed to through her academic and professional careers. Continue reading The Language of Mental Illness – An Interview with Board Member Prof. Renee R. Randall
NAMI Washtenaw County (NAMI WC) relies on the efforts of its advocacy team, headed up by Mark Creekmore, to promote justice and the general welfare for the most vulnerable populations in our county and across state, national, and even beyond our borders. Continue reading The Role of an Advocate: An Interview with Mark Creekmore
Don’t underestimate the power of getting involved with organizations like NAMI! It’s therapeutic to volunteer and to be around others who walked similar walks. It’s super scary and hard to reach out and get involved. It’s worth it to lean into getting involved and seeking out communities that support those that struggle with mental health rather than stigmatizing it! Continue reading Recognizing Spencer Walz’ Contributions as a Volunteer
Jadan is a new volunteer at NAMI and a soon to be graduate of EMU. She loves to write and make herself available to new opportunities.Continue reading Introducing Jadan Shorts, NAMI Washtenaw reporter
Andréa (Ahn-dray-ah) May is a newer volunteer with NAMI WC. She lives with mental health challenges and has graduated from NAMI’S eight-week Peer-to-Peer education class. Andréa has told her powerful story several times to youth and the general public. Helping others learn more about mental health is her passion. A photo of Andréa May WhyContinue reading Featured Volunteer: Andréa May
