LPS Conservator Support: Upcoming Meeting and Class
NAMI and the Department of Mental Health (DMH) are holding an LPS Conservatorship Mentoring Meeting and class for LPS conservators the last weekend of September at Kaiser Permanent
Community Voices: Question for September 2019
NAMI California has introduced a monthly question to help reduce stigma and inspire others in our communities. It’s back-to-school time and and we know we must do more to h
Community Support: Milk Boutique and Mini Dreamers
Thanks to our friends at Milk Boutique and Mini Dreamers for donating a portion of sales from a pop-up event to us this week. One of ambassadors, Brenda Saraí Zuniga, was [&helli
Just Added: Spanish-Speaking Family-to-Family Class
We’re excited to announce that we are offering a Family-to-Family class this fall for Spanish-speakers. De Familia a Familia Clase: Un programa de educación para familiares
How Reading Can Improve Mental Health
It can make us more empathetic. A study indicated “that reading fiction can increase reader empathy, social skills, and inter-personal understandings (known as ‘theory
What You Can Do To Prevent Suicide: Warning Signs, Risk Factors, And Support In A Crisis
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, and suicide rates have increased by 30% since 1999 (CDC). With effective care, suicidal thoughts are treatable, and
Tips: Practicing Self-Care
“I just don’t have free time.” “I have too many responsibilities.” “I have to take care of my family.” “How can I take time for myse
5 Weeks, 5 Ways to Share: Tune Into Your 5 Senses
One in five people will experience mental health challenges in their lives. For Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we’re presenting five topics — one per week — to dis
5 Weeks, 5 Ways to Share: Prioritize Self-Care
One in five people will experience mental health challenges in their lives. For Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we’re presenting five topics — one per week — to dis
NAMI WLA Gala 2019 Highlights
At the annual NAMI Westside LA gala on Sunday, May 19, we honored those making a difference in mental health and celebrated our recent progress in helping to end stigma, […]
