NAMI Southwest Washington

NAMI Southwest Washington NAMI Southwest Washington is dedicated to all people affected by mental illness through education Each state also has a state organization.

We are dedicated to helping all individuals and families struggling with mental health challenges through education, support, advocacy, and awareness. We provide unique mental health services that otherwise are unavailable or inaccessible for many individuals and families. All of our services are offered at no charge and are confidential. NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the large

st grassroots mental health organization in the nation, headquartered in Virginia. Communities or counties within the states have affiliate organizations. Many affiliates work under their own independent non-profit charter. NAMI SW WA was first chartered in the late 1970's. We Believe That:
• People can learn to manage their mental health diagnosis and can and will take responsibility for their recovery
• People with a mental health diagnosis are entitled to live the highest quality of life possible, in their own communities of choice
• Family and social support are essential for recovery
• Family members can learn how to cope and determine
how best to take care of themselves

NAMI advocates for access to mental health services, treatment, and support; we are steadfast in commitment to raising awareness and building a supportive community for individuals and they families who are affected by mental illness.

Today is International Day of Charity, a day that celebrates the many ways people can make a difference through generosi...
09/05/2026

Today is International Day of Charity, a day that celebrates the many ways people can make a difference through generosity, volunteering, and community action.

At NAMI Southwest Washington, we see what happens when people choose to show up for one another. A donation can help support programs and resources. A volunteer can offer their time and talents. A caring community can help someone feel less alone during a difficult season.

Charity isn’t only about giving money. It can also mean giving your time, sharing your skills, raising awareness, or simply finding a meaningful way to support the people and organizations working to make your community stronger.

Today, we’re especially grateful for everyone who supports our mission and helps us continue creating spaces for education, connection, hope, and understanding around mental health. Every act of generosity matters.

A huge thank you to our sponsor, the City of Vancouver! 💜Your support helps us bring free mental health education and re...
09/05/2026

A huge thank you to our sponsor, the City of Vancouver! 💜

Your support helps us bring free mental health education and resources to Clark County on October 10.

Interested in sponsoring? Reach out to [email protected].

When you're struggling with your mental health, it can sometimes feel like the struggle takes up all the space.Depressio...
09/04/2026

When you're struggling with your mental health, it can sometimes feel like the struggle takes up all the space.

Depression can make it difficult to remember the parts of yourself that once felt joyful. Anxiety can make worries seem bigger than everything else. A difficult season can make it hard to imagine life beyond what you're experiencing right now.

Your mental health is part of your story, but it is not the entirety of who you are.

You are still a person with interests, relationships, memories, hopes, humor, strengths, quirks, and possibilities that exist alongside the hard things.

On the days when it's difficult to remember that, let someone else help remind you.

You are more than a diagnosis. More than a difficult day. More than this particular chapter. 💙

What does a doubled gift actually do?● $50 (becomes $100) funds a free support group session.● $100 (becomes $200) helps...
09/04/2026

What does a doubled gift actually do?

● $50 (becomes $100) funds a free support group session.
● $100 (becomes $200) helps a family through NAMI Basics.
● $250 (becomes $500) brings No One Faces This Alone to a local school. Every dollar is matched, up to $5,500.

Every program stays free. Early Giving starts September 8!

GOOD NEWS: Thanks to the L.R. Mitchner Philanthropic Fund at the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington ($3,000),...
09/03/2026

GOOD NEWS: Thanks to the L.R. Mitchner Philanthropic Fund at the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington ($3,000), Rob Katsuno - Ameriprise Financial matching gift ($2,000), and Pacific Northwest Fundraising ($500), donations to NAMI SWWA for Give More 24! are now matched dollar-for-dollar up to $5,500! That means $50 becomes $100 and $100 becomes $200.

Your gift goes twice as far to keep our support and education programs free for everyone.

Early Giving starts September 8!

September is here, and sometimes the beginning of a new month is a good reminder to check in with yourself.Not to judge ...
09/03/2026

September is here, and sometimes the beginning of a new month is a good reminder to check in with yourself.

Not to judge how productive you've been. Not to make a list of everything you should be doing differently. Just to notice.

How have you been feeling lately? What has been taking up most of your mental energy? Are you getting enough rest? Have you been making time for people and things that help you feel grounded?

We often move from one week to the next without stopping long enough to notice how we're actually doing.

You don't need to have everything figured out. Sometimes simply recognizing, "I've been carrying a lot lately," is an important first step toward giving yourself what you need.

This year’s message is “Changing the Narrative on Su***de,” with a powerful call to action: Start the Conversation.You d...
09/03/2026

This year’s message is “Changing the Narrative on Su***de,” with a powerful call to action: Start the Conversation.

You don’t have to be a mental health professional to make a difference. Check in with someone who has been quiet lately. Ask how they’re really doing. Listen without judgment. Remind them that they matter and that they don’t have to face a difficult time alone.

Read the full blog post: https://namiswwa.org/changing-the-narrative-on-suicide-start-the-conversation/

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or suicidal crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available 24/7.

Beginning September 23, join us for our new Community Living Room Social Hours, every Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM ...
09/02/2026

Beginning September 23, join us for our new Community Living Room Social Hours, every Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at NAMI Southwest Washington!

Our Living Room will be open for an afternoon of games, puzzles, conversation, and connection. Come learn a new game, work on a puzzle together, or simply enjoy spending time with others in a welcoming environment. We’ll have games and puzzles available, or feel free to bring a favorite game of your own to share.

Social Hours are open to adults 18 and older, and you’re welcome to bring a friend along with you.

📅 Every Wednesday, beginning September 23
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 NAMI Southwest Washington, 4201 NE 66th Avenue, Suite 105, Vancouver

The things that helped you through a difficult season in the past may not always be what you need today.Maybe you once n...
09/01/2026

The things that helped you through a difficult season in the past may not always be what you need today.

Maybe you once needed lots of time alone, and now connection feels more helpful. Maybe keeping busy used to get you through hard days, but lately your mind is asking for more rest. Perhaps you've discovered new boundaries, routines, or ways of managing stress that work better for the person you are now.

That's okay.

Taking care of our mental health isn't about finding one perfect set of coping skills and using them forever. It's about continuing to learn what helps us feel supported, grounded, and able to move through life's challenges.

Give yourself permission to update your mental wellness toolbox. Growth can mean discovering a new way forward.

Registration is now open for Shine the Light: Mental Health Awareness Summit! 🎟️Free to attend — we're asking attendees ...
08/31/2026

Registration is now open for Shine the Light: Mental Health Awareness Summit! 🎟️

Free to attend — we're asking attendees to pre-register so we can plan food, seating, and materials for everyone.

Saturday, October 10 | 11 AM–4 PM | Gaiser Hall, Clark College

Register here: http://forms.gle/Bm5aaDKagfM4f4p86

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4201 NE 66th Avenue , Ste 105
Vancouver, WA
98661

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Monday 9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4pm
Friday 9:30am - 4pm

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