Thousands Expected for NAMIWalks Minnesota, Sept. 22
September 21, 2018NAMIWalks Minnesota already has more than 240 walk teams and 3,625 walkers registered. More than $405,000 has been raised toward NAMI’s goal of $465,00 this year. Over 4,000 people from all corners of the state are expected participate in NAMIWalks Minnesota, a 5K walk to raise awareness about mental illnesses and celebrate hope on Sept. more »
Read MoreWalk Day Timeline
September 17, 2018NAMIWalks, Sept. 22 at Minnehaha Park in Minneapolis. The Walk timeline: 11:00 am: NAMIWalks is set up & ready for you! Come hang out in the park and explore our sponsors’ tables and all the activities. Be sure to stop by the Tree of Hope to add your leaf, stop by the Art Space to more »
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Sign Up to Volunteer at NAMIWalks
September 14, 2018It’s that time again! The walk is mere weeks away and we’re looking for a few hundred volunteers to help behind the scenes. Join our team of event volunteers and transform Minnehaha Park into our Walk Wonderland! There are a ton of opportunities to choose from – activities galore, set-up crews, route volunteers, parking crew, more »
Read MoreSuper Saturday for Children’s Mental Health Awareness, Oct. 13
September 6, 2018NAMI Minnesota will offer a series of free classes on Children’s Mental Health on Oct. 13. This Super Saturday for Children’s Mental Health Awareness will be held at Prior Lake High School, 7575 150th Street West, in Savage. Morning classes from 9:30-11:30 will include Recognizing Early Warning Signs, Understanding Early Episode Psychosis, Eating Disorders: How more »
Read MoreFamily-to-Family Fall Classes
August 28, 2018NAMI’s Family-to-Family classes start in September. Learn about mental illnesses, the brain, treatment, and resources to help a loved one living with a mental illness. Attendees will also build communication skills, reduce stress, find support and discover the common Stages of Emotional Responses when supporting someone with a mental illness. This class meets weekly for more »
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Help Shape NAMI Minnesota’s Strategic Plan
August 27, 2018NAMI Minnesota is developing its new strategic plan – and we need to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to provide your ideas and thoughts to help shape NAMI Minnesota’s future. Take survey, here.
Read MoreMental Health Crisis Services Available
July 18, 2018Funding for Crisis Connection ran out on June 30, but crisis phone services in Minnesota still include: • In the metro area: call **Crisis or 274747 from a mobile phone. (Soon to be available statewide.) – Crisis Text Line is available 24/7. Text MN to 741741. • The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255). • more »
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Mind Matters Exhibit at the Science Museum
July 16, 2018Mind Matters Exhibit at the Science Museum Join this momentous conversation about raising awareness of mental health and help increase understanding that mental illnesses are real, common, and treatable. This groundbreaking exhibition aims to build a greater understanding of the importance of mental health and create a safe space for important conversations about mental illness. more »
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