NAMI Prince William

06/08/2026

Save the Date: Pathways to Hope Conference 2026!

Mental wellness isn’t a journey we have to take alone. It thrives when we come together as a community to listen, learn, and lift one another up.

We are thrilled to announce the Pathways to Hope Conference, happening August 21 - August 23, 2026. This event is dedicated to exploring paths to recovery, support, and understanding for families and individuals impacted by mental health conditions.

This year’s conference features keynote speakers and dynamic workshops organized around five dedicated tracks:
🌱 Mental Health
🤝 Peer Support
🧘 Self-care
⛪ Faith and Community
🗣️ Counseling

Learn more:
Scan the QR code in the image for our pre-screener, and keep an eye on our page for registration details coming soon! Let’s move toward mental wellness together—body, mind, spirit, and community.

06/04/2026

Do not miss this one-time only opportunity to watch the award-winning documentary Orchestrating Change any time between May 31st and June 13th.

A pre-taped panel discussion with NAMI Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ken Duckworth, the ground-breaking founders of Me2/Orchestra, a remarkable musician featured in the film, and the filmmakers will be available FREE from June 1 – 13, 2026. Find out what you can do to erase mental health stigma.

Tickets are just a minimum of $1 per person. Register Now at:
https://kinema.com/events/Orchestrating-Change-8px06k

Orchestrating Change tells the inspiring story of the only orchestra created by and for people living with mental illness and those who support them. Me2/Orchestra is erasing mental health stigma one joyous concert at a time and truly changing the lives of these musicians as well as audiences.

Learn about the film at: https://kinema.com/films/orchestrating-change-siqeiv

To watch the :30 second promo and learn more about the film go:
https://orchestratingchangethefilm.com

06/02/2026

Navigating your child’s behavior can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. ❤️

Join NAMI Prince William, Sentara, UVA Health, and the Potomac Health Foundation for a free, comprehensive workshop: Children's Challenging Behaviors: Support, Skills, and Resources for Parents & Caregivers.

📆 Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

⏰ Time: 9:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.

📍 Location: The ARC of Greater Prince William (1305 Hillendale Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22193)

FREE!

✨ What’s Included?
📜 Certificate of Attendance

📖 Participant Manual

🥪 Free Meal Provided (Please specify any allergies when registering)

FREE Onsite Childcare! A safe, fun environment is provided for your kids while you attend. (Please indicate childcare needs at registration)

How to Join:
Spaces are limited! Scan the QR code on the flyer or
Register Here: https://forms.gle/WxQA48yjWAn6SFJKA

Questions? Reach out to us at [email protected]

05/28/2026

Hope does not always arrive like a miracle — sometimes it shows up as a choice. In this episode of “Hope Starts With Us,” NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr. talks with actor, musician, and NAMI ambassador Joshua Bassett about his mental health journey, from experiencing heart failure and septic shock to navigating addiction, shame, and public scrutiny. Bassett shares how faith, community, creativity, and vulnerability have helped him heal, why connection is essential for recovery, and how choosing hope — even in inches — can make it possible to keep going.

Listen to the podcast:

https://us.list-manage.com/SRR7df_iT1b?e=c804ee7261&c2id=f7f706479a85b96e7e67b0bce7bff302

05/27/2026

"By taking a teen’s concerns seriously, you’ll be reassuring them that they’re important, as are their emotions." - Dr. Christine Crawford
What is the one thing you should never say to a teen when they talk about their emotional experiences? Incoming chief medical officer for NAMI shares her advice on what not to say - and the 4 things you can say to cultivate trust and healthy support.

Without meaning to, you might be keeping your children from developing important problem-solving skills.

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

You’re not the only one — and your story can prove that.
Share it: nami.org/mham

05/22/2026

When distressing news dominates the headlines, it's important to pause and take care of yourself. Our NAMI HelpLine is here for you with some recommendations on how to practice self-care and ways to ground yourself when the news feels heavy.

The NAMI HelpLine is also here as a source of peer support - to listen and connect you to available resources. Call 1-800-950-6264 (M–F, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. ET).

If you or someone you know are experiencing a crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Visit to learn more: https://bit.ly/3NEhP9l

05/20/2026

Don’t just raise awareness. CREATE IMPACT.

Awareness is only the starting point. True change happens when we turn that awareness into action—by supporting one another, fighting stigma, and demanding better access to care.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, challenge yourself to do more than just share a post. Advocate for the resources our communities deserve and let your story be heard. Your voice has the power to change minds, policies, and lives.

How are you making an impact this month? Let us know in the comments below!

05/15/2026

Sometimes what makes the biggest difference is talking to someone who truly understands what you’re going through.
The NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine connects caregivers with trained volunteers who have caregiving experience themselves.
They understand the questions, the responsibility, and the care it takes to support a loved one — and they’re here to listen, share, and help you find your next step.