Today, over 60 people joined NAMI North Carolina for our 2024 Advocacy Day event at the North Carolina General Assembly in downtown Raleigh. Participants were able to meet legislators, tell their stories, and discuss their concerns for better mental health policy in their communities. Our group was joined by Secretary Kody Kinsley, NC Dept. of Health and Human Services; Director Kelly Crosbie, Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse [...]

In this session, we will discuss Tardive Dyskinesia, a persistent, involuntary movement disorder characterized by uncontrollable, abnormal, and repetitive movements of the face, torso, limbs, and fingers/toes. Attendees will learn more about the condition, including who is likely to develop it, what potentially causes it, and possible treatment options. ***Course qualifies for 1 hour of NBCC credit through the NC Department of Health and Human Services.*** Speaker: Greg Hansch, LMSW - [...]

Don’t miss your opportunity to join us for Advocacy Day next week, April 30, at the North Carolina Legislative Building in downtown Raleigh. We will meet with legislators to advocate for better mental health policy, enjoy ice cream on Halifax Mall, and hear from dynamic public officials, such as Governor Roy Cooper and DHHS Secretary Kody Kinsley. Most importantly, we will learn how to use our stories to impact better mental [...]

Want to be an invaluable part of this year’s NAMIWalks NC? Sign up to be a volunteer! Our Walk wouldn’t happen without our incredible team of volunteers, handling everything including directing parking, greeting walkers, distributing water, and assisting with registration, among other crucial tasks. If you’re interested in signing up to volunteer at this year’s walk, click the button below and complete the Volunteer Registration Form. Questions about this year’s walk? [...]