Focus Group Participants Needed
April 9, 2019
The University of Washington First Episode Psychosis (UW FEP) team is developing a new program for families with a child or loved one who has experienced first episode psychosis and previous hospitalization. The UW team is engaging families in several communities throughout Washington via focus groups and online surveys to determine what they most need both during and after hospitalization. The focus groups are co-facilitated by UW faculty member, Maria Monroe-DeVita, and a parent with a loved one who has Read More
2019 NAMI Lobby Day Summary
2019 NAMI Lobby Day Summary
Advocacy is a cornerstone of NAMI activities. The annual Lobby Day in Olympia provides grassroots support for NAMI Washington’s 2019 legislative agenda. The agenda focuses on a few of the hundreds of mental health bills and budgets under consideration. NAMI’s four 2019 priority asks are:
1. Teach Children Critical Mental Health Skills and, more specifically, pass HB 1876 or its companion SB 5903 “Concerning children’s mental health.”
2. Support the Trueblood Settlement Read More
NAMI WA Provider Education Training – Rescheduled!
We have had to reschedule our NAMI Signature Education Program – Provider Education
This training will now take place in Yakima during the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2019. Applications will be due Friday, August 30th and can be found on the NAMI WA website, or by clicking here. **No need to resubmit an application if you have already sent one in**
For more information regarding Provider Education Training, please see below.
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NAMI’s The Brain Power Chronicles: Mental Health Stories is Looking for Cast Members!
In 2017 NAMI Washington held their first-ever storytelling event –The Brain Power Chronicles: Mental Health Stories – an evening that featured individuals and families sharing their experiences with mental illness – powerful narratives at the intersection of mental health and the arts, demonstrating journeys of challenge, hope and healing.
Perhaps you will join the cast this year?
NAMI Washington is looking for participants for multi-session storytelling workshops from April to November, culminating with a live performance to be held at The Read More
2019 Pierce County Peer Town Hall
Have you or a family member used services in Pierce County?
Come and share your stories and experiences with the Health Care Authority and the health organizations that serve you.
Tell us: What is working for you? What needs to be improved? Are services recovery oriented? Is peer support effective? Do you have a voice in your care?
Your voice matters!
Your input is valuable and will be used by the state for planning and improvement. If you are unable Read More
2019 NAMI National Convention in SEATTLE!
Our Movement, Our Moment 2019 NAMI National Convention June 19 – 22, 2019 – Hyatt Regency Seattle
Join the nation’s largest gathering of mental health advocates as we share, learn and network around important mental health issues.
Launching at this year’s convention – NAMI’s new strategic plan! The convention’s theme, Our Movement, Our Moment captures the power and excitement of this moment as we Read More