NAMI Central Kansas

07/30/2026

🌱 Soil & Soul: 🌱
🚜💚Growing the Good Life 🚜💚

July 31st
Hilton Garden Inn
Hutchinson KS

07/29/2026

Your Experience Can Bring Hope to Another Family

When a loved one lives with a mental health condition, finding people who truly understand can make all the difference.

NAMI Kansas is seeking compassionate volunteers to become Family Support Group (FSG) Leaders. If you've walked this journey, your experience can help another family find hope, support, and encouragement.

Virtual Family Support Group Leader Training

August 27–29, 2026

Training Schedule (Central Time):

* Thursday, August 27: 6:00–9:00 PM
* Friday, August 28: 6:00–9:00 PM
* Saturday, August 29: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Applications are being accepted through August 12, 2026.

# # # Qualifications

We're looking for individuals who:

* Are a family member or loved one of someone who has experienced a mental health condition.
* Have attended at least three NAMI Family Support Groups—or are willing to attend three before the training begins.
* Are willing to share their own lived experience in a supportive and appropriate way.
* Can maintain a positive, hopeful outlook.
* Have a genuine desire to help other families.

No previous experience is necessary. NAMI Kansas provides comprehensive training, materials, and ongoing support to help you become a successful volunteer leader.

As an FSG Leader, you'll help families:

* Feel less alone.
* Learn from shared experiences.
* Build resilience.
* Find hope for the future.

Apply today: https://forms.gle/j5J9x6eAZAZDYpT76

Together, we can ensure every family in Kansas has a place where they feel heard, understood, and supported.

Questions??? email [email protected]

07/25/2026

07/23/2026

One Volunteer Can Change the Course of a Family's Journey.

Every NAMI Family Support Group begins with someone willing to say, I've been there, and you don't have to go through this alone.

That someone could be you.

NAMI Kansas is now accepting applications for our Virtual Family Support Group (FSG) Leader Training.

# # # Training Dates

August 27–29, 2026

Training Hours (Central Time):

* Thursday: 6:00–9:00 PM
* Friday: 6:00–9:00 PM
* Saturday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Application Deadline: August 12, 2026

# # # Ideal applicants:

✔ Are a family member or loved one of someone who has experienced a mental health condition.

✔ Have attended three NAMI Family Support Groups—or are willing to attend three before the training begins.

✔ Are willing to share their own experiences to encourage others.

✔ Can remain positive and recovery-focused.

✔ Have a desire to help other families navigating the mental health journey.

NAMI Kansas will provide all the training and support you need—you simply bring your compassion, hope, and lived experience.

Apply today:
https://forms.gle/j5J9x6eAZAZDYpT76

Your experience can help another family discover that they are not alone.

Questions??? [email protected] or 785-214-4568

07/22/2026

07/20/2026

Online services are growing fast — and we know staying connected isn’t always easy. The FCC Lifeline Program can help eligible low‑income households save on phone or internet service.

Eligible individuals can receive:

Up to $9.25/month off phone or internet

Up to $34.25/month for those living on Tribal lands

If you receive SSI, SNAP, Medicaid, other federal assistance programs, or meet income guidelines, you may qualify.

You can check eligibility and apply here: https://www.lifelinesupport.org

Once connected, create a my Social Security account for secure, convenient access to your benefits and online services. Go to https://www.ssa.gov

We hope this is helpful to all those that need it.

07/14/2026

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