NAMI TARRANT COUNTY
Let’s Get back to Together for NAMIWalks Tarrant County 2022
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Location: Trinity Park, Pavilion 1
2300 West 7th Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107
#Together4MH
Contact Information / Sponsorship Opportunities
Raquel Portillo – Walk Manager
817-841-9779 / namiwalks@namitarrant.org
Join us for our monthly PEER & FAMILY Support Groups
NAMI TARRANT is looking for new volunteers and members. Various volunteer opportunities exist and our easy-to-fill-out volunteer application can be found by clicking here: https://www.betterunite.com/namitarrantcounty-namitcvolunteerapplicationform
Most of our needs include people who have dealt with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, etc…either directly or indirectly as a loved one or family member of someone who has dealt with these types of issues. First responders, veterans, and mental health professionals are also encouraged to inquire. These opportunities will include either teaching a class to educate people on various conditions and/or facilitating a support group in these specific areas. Family support is critical as well, so facilitators are needed in these areas as well. You will also find opportunities for fundraising, events, etc…
You can also become a member of NAMI local, State, and National for as low as $5. To learn more about benefits and to join please click here: https://nami.org/About-NAMI/Join-NAMI
Please consider a donation today!
NAMI TARRANT has worked very hard to not just survive the Covid Pandemic, but we are positioned to THRIVE. We are expanding all our efforts and programs in education, support, and advocacy in all areas of mental health/Illness. More importantly, we are engaging even more with our community to understand and meet the mental health needs that are ever-present. Please consider a personal or business donation TODAY in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and help our local affiliate continue our important work.
NAMI Tarrant County
NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
NAMI Tarrant County provides free peer-led mental health education classes and support groups for individuals living with a mental health condition and their loved ones, as well as hosts community events. NAMI Tarrant County is located in North Texas and we are an affiliate of NAMI.org.
OUR VALUES
“Fairness – We fight for equity and justice”
COMMUNITY SUPPORT & EDUCATION
Serving: Greater Fort Worth Area (Tarrant, Johnson, Parker, Wise Counties)
Peer to Peer Class
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Registration for any class or support group ends 48 hrs before the class starts.
Peer to Peer class is starting June 25th, 2022. P2P is virtual on Saturday mornings from 11am to 1pm. It will run for 8 weeks.
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Support is a word constantly used in the mental health world. We are told to “make sure you have a support network in place” and to “reach out for support during difficult times.” While this advice is truly essential, it does not define what “support” really means. Is it asking someone to help with grocery shopping or seeking advice from a mental health professional?
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Having a mental illness is a challenge that countless people experience in their lifetimes. Some are lucky enough to find peace with their disorder, potentially including a medication regimen that works for them. Others never find solace, and many are unfortunately lost to suicide.
