By Cathy Hearn and Novia Wong This month, the NAMI Washtenaw County newsletter team is welcoming a new member and a not-so-new member in a new role. Get to knowContinue reading Greetings from the New Newsletter Team!
In the news
I search often for articles and blogs dealing with topics related to mental illness that would appeal to our readers. Here is a sampling of some recent finds. – LindaContinue reading In the news
Judge Karen Quinlan Valvo, 15th Judicial District Court
The Honorable Karen Quinlan Valvo, a judge on the 15th Judicial District Court, will be the guest speaker at NAMI WC’s Annual Meeting, which will be held via Zoom onContinue reading Judge Karen Quinlan Valvo, 15th Judicial District Court
Focus on Advocacy — Facilitator Training for NAMI WC Story Jam
Story Jam is a process for teaching people with mental health conditions and their supporters how to tell stories that advocate for improvements in care, housing, etc. Facilitators help ourContinue reading Focus on Advocacy — Facilitator Training for NAMI WC Story Jam
In the News
As newsletter editor, I am always searching for articles and blogs that would appeal to our readers. Recently, I have noticed and appreciated the increasing number of articles in mainstreamContinue reading In the News
In the News
As newsletter editor, I am always searching for articles and blogs that would appeal to our readers. Recently, I have noticed and appreciated the increasing number of articles in mainstreamContinue reading In the News
New From NAMI National: NAMI Frontline Wellness
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on everyone’s mental health. But for those in jobs that are already demanding and stressful – like public safety and health care professionalsContinue reading New From NAMI National: NAMI Frontline Wellness
Fund-raiser Breaks New Ground
NOVEMBER 2019 BY LOIS MAHARG About 50 Washtenaw County movers and shakers gathered in the home of Attorney Erane C. Washington on Aug. 17 to support and learn more aboutContinue reading Fund-raiser Breaks New Ground
Walk Draws Newcomers and Regulars Alike
NOVEMBER 2019 BY LOIS MAHARG If the threat of rain kept some people home, you wouldn’t have known it. About 900 volunteers gathered on Belle Isle on Sept. 28 toContinue reading Walk Draws Newcomers and Regulars Alike
Retreat Advances Agenda, Provides Food for Thought
NOVEMBER 2019 BY LOIS MAHARG Nonprofits periodically need to take stock of where they are and where they’re going, and see to the well-being of the organization itself. So amidContinue reading Retreat Advances Agenda, Provides Food for Thought