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Upcoming Support Groups
Please join us for the following support groups these coming weeks: Youngish Peer Connections Support Group 12/6 Family 2 Family Education Program 12/6 The Healing Place Peer Support Group 12/6 NAMI Connection Peer-Run Support Group 12/8 Family Support Group 12/11 Family 2 Family Education Program 12/13 The Healing Place Peer Support Group 12/13 Senior’s Mental Health Talk Group 12/14 NAMI Connection Peer-Run Support Group 12/15
Nami Wilmington November Board Results
Tuesday, November 21, 2023 NAMI Wilmington Chapter Public Board Meeting Present: Doug Engelman, Virginia Goldrick, Julie Morrow, Chuck Eldridge, Janis Eldridge, Dennis Doll, Carol Saraiva, Kimberly Light, Bob Taglin, and Earl Craig. Via Zoom: Sheryl Sparks —-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Board meeting for the NAMI Wilmington Chapter was called to order by Doug Engelman, President at 6:00 pm. A quorum was established with five board members present. Old Business: A motion was made [...]
Nami Wilmington October Board Meeting Results
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 NAMI Wilmington Chapter Public Board Meeting Present: Doug Engelman, Virginia Goldrick, Julie Morrow, Chuck Eldridge, Janis Eldridge, Dennis Doll, Sheryl Sparks, Mia Smiraglia, Carol Saraiva, Kimberly Light, Laura Hatvany, Ben Holt, Madison Nordmiller and Emma Tubens. Via Zoom: Michelle Hettmann —-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Board meeting for the NAMI Wilmington Chapter was called to order by Doug Engelman, President at 6:05 pm. A quorum was established with four board [...]
Nami Wilmington 21st Annual Walk
Thank you! Thank you for an overwhelming turnout for the 21st Annual Walk for Awareness. We are so grateful for the abundance of Support, Love, and Hope shred by all. This even continues to support 1/3 of our annual expenses to operate and provide more education and support to improve the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness. Special thanks to our sponsors and donors for their generous donations [...]
NAMI NC News
Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month
December is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Awareness Month. Each year, millions of Americans are affected by this condition, which brings on significant mood changes in response to the changing of seasons. Typically SAD occurs during late fall and winter months, when there is less sunlight and colder weather. The symptoms usually lift during the spring and summer months. SAD is a type of depression, so the symptoms look similar to depression [...]
NAMI NC Annual Open House
NAMI NC Annual Open House December 13, 2023 - 10:00 AM-6:00 PM It's the most wonderful time of the year! Not just because of the upcoming holidays, but because it's time for NAMI NC's Annual Open House! Every year, we open our office to our fellow community members and partners to share our efforts to achieve mental health for ALL in NC. Please feel free to stop by our office on [...]
NC Medicaid Expansion Begins December 1
After months of waiting, North Carolina's Medicaid expansion began on Friday, Dec. 1. An additional 600,000 people are now eligible for healthcare coverage under the new program. Read more to find out who is eligible and how you can apply.
That Lingering “Meh” Feeling Has a Name
Have you heard of persistent depressive disorder? If you haven't, you're not alone. PDD is often underdiagnosed, so many who are suffering the condition have never heard of it. Learn about PDD's symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and how it might be treated in this New York Times article.
Upcoming Events and Classes
SERVICE MEMBERS, VETERANS' AND THEIR FAMILIES COMMITTEE: This board-adjacent committee looks for innovative ways to provide support and advocacy for active servicemembers and veterans with mental health issues and their families. Committee meetings take place the fourth Thursday of every month. Please click hereto register for future meetings. HYBRID CLASSES (Offered In-Person, but with a Virtual Option): NAMI Basics, for the caregivers and support systems of children with mental health conditions, [...]
Highlight – Ladies of NAMI Radio Show
On Monday, November 27, NAMI North Carolina Executive Director Holly Doggett joined the Ladies of NAMI Radio Show on WIDU in Fayetteville. The hour-long program focused on the impact of bullying, especially in schools. During the program, Holly shared her personal story of being both a peer and a family member. The panel discussed hope, recovery, and how sharing our stories helps combat stigma and encourage others to reach out and [...]
Upcoming Events and Classes
SERVICE MEMBERS, VETERANS' AND THEIR FAMILIES COMMITTEE: This board-adjacent committee [...]
