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 know Cathy Hearn and Novia Wong. Cathy Hearn, Editor Hello! I’m delighted to be taking on the role of Editor for the NAMI WC Newsletter. IContinue reading Greetings from the New Newsletter Team!
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. – Linda Koopmann I have not yet viewed the film “That Way Madness Lies,” produced by filmmaker Sandra Luckow and her family about their attempt to navigateContinue reading In the news
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 on Saturday, March 27, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Registration is required (www.namiwc.org). Judge Valvo was chosen to be the guest speaker at this meetingContinue reading Judge Karen Quinlan Valvo, 15th Judicial District Court
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 our advocacy team to teach the Story Jam process. If you are interested in learning more about Story Jam and becoming a facilitator, email Mark CreekmoreContinue reading Focus on Advocacy — Facilitator Training for NAMI WC Story Jam
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 mainstream news outlets that alert the public to the growing incidence of mental illness during the pandemic. This emerging awareness is good news for those whoContinue reading 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 mainstream news outlets that alert the public to the growing incidence of mental illness during the pandemic. This emerging awareness is good news for those whoContinue reading In the News
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 professionals – the toll can be even heavier. To help meet the needs of our frontline professionals, the NAMI FrontlineWellness initiative was developed in partnership withContinue reading New From NAMI National: NAMI Frontline Wellness
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 about NAMI Washtenaw County. This was the affiliate’s first attempt to broaden its base of supporters with an event featuring a well-known public figure — inContinue reading Fund-raiser Breaks New Ground
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 to do the annual 5K NAMI Walk and raise funds in support of mental health. “We’re going to do this in spite of the weather,” saidContinue reading Walk Draws Newcomers and Regulars Alike
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 amid plans for a program expansion, NAMI Washtenaw County’s board of directors met for an all-day retreat on Oct. 12 at University Commons. “This is theContinue reading Retreat Advances Agenda, Provides Food for Thought
