NAMI San Diego

NAMI San Diego is here to support and advocate for the mental health and well-being of our Asian and Pacific Islander communities. We understand that the recent events and related discourse can be harmful and triggering. If you need someone to talk to, please text "NAMI" to 741-741. You will be connected with a trained crisis counselor from the Crisis Text Line for free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. If you need additional resources, please call NAMI San Diego's Hel...pline at 1-800-523-5933. We are available Monday through Friday from 10am to 3pm. For additional information and resources, please visit nami.org/aapi. We are here for you.

Space is extremely limited. Register today and secure your spot. You don’t want to miss this event! Register here: https://tinyurl.com/3h6f22yy

This summer we are ready to dive into success by bringing healing and culturally responsive wraparound care to youth substance use prevention efforts, in partnership with @thecentershf and @elevateyouthca project! Learn more at https://namisandiego.org/elevate-youth-california-project/! This FREE NAMI San Diego program is designed to be taught in a minimum of five one-hour engaging sessions for groups. Students learn key concepts, practice new skills, and have fun connecting with other students. They finish with a positive attitude, clear goals, and an understanding of what they need to achieve them. The key focus of this training will be addressing social emotional learning competencies, building the skill set of a self- leader, and building the mindset of a self- leader. The program is tailored to all youth. (space)

Welcome to Wellness Wednesday Presented by The Mind Collective Nutrition and Mental Health: The Mind-Gut Connection Going by your gut is more than just a catch phrase. In fact, the gut is referred to as the second brain and for good reason. Join us on Wednesday, June 16, from 1 to 2 pm as we explore Nutrition and Mental Health: The Mind-Gut Connection. ... Register in advance for this meeting: https://alliant.zoom.us//tJEkdOurrT0iEtHy89xX0T1Hm8XtTZqpO After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Join our support groups next week. Find more information at https://namisandiego.org/calendar/!

Spanish Support Available on Zoom - ¡Aviso! La reunión del miércoles 14 de octubre ahora se lleva a cabo en Zoom. Únete a nosotros en Zoom para ¡NO MAS EXCUSAS!La Salud Mental Depende de Ti - https://mailchi.mp/namisd/pepmeeting_spanish-13055478

Join our free support groups next week! Find more information at https://namisandiego.org/calendar/

The Dec Y/FSP Coaching Meeting is TODAY from 1-3 pm - Learn about ACCE Institute, plus many community resources, holiday cheer and MORE! Click the link to learn more and join us at 1:00 pm https://mailchi.mp//reminder-friday-is-the-yfsp-coaching-m

In lieu of presents this year, give the gift of support to those in need! - NAMI San Diego can use your help and https://mailchi.mp//in-lieu-of-presents-this-year-give-the

Do you or someone you know have a loved one involved in the criminal justice system? Are you looking for support? Join our free Criminal Justice Family Support Group this Thursday! Register at https://bit.ly/3nLJpjs

Broken Links FIXED for Wednesday Evening PEP Parent Support Group (English) - https://mailchi.mp/na/pepparentsupportgroupmeeting-13331566

Spanish Support Available on Zoom - ¡Aviso! La reunión del miércoles 14 de octubre ahora se lleva a cabo en Zoom. Únete a nosotros en Zoom para ¡NO MAS EXCUSAS!La Salud Mental Depende de Ti - https://mailchi.mp/namisd/pepmeeting_spanish-13055478

Join Us Online TODAY at 1:00 for the Y/FSP Coaching Meeting to learn about strategies for youth involved in Human Trafficking, supports for family members and Peer/Family Support Partners- https://mailchi.mp//reminder-friday-is-the-yfsp-coaching-m

Last Call for Color Ball Tickets! Tickets available until 5pm today. - https://mailchi.mp/namisd/nami-san-diego-13059678

#GotSupport? PEP Parent Support/English meeting is TONIGHT! Join us! Click the link to get more support online surrounding protecting yourself from Panic and Voting Safely this Nov 3- https://mailchi.mp//reminder-friday-is-the-yfsp-coaching-m

Join our support groups this coming week! Find more information or register at https://namisandiego.org/calendar/

Where will you be next Thursday? - https://mailchi.mp/namisd/nami-san-diego-13057262

Color Ball is just one week away!! Join us at our annual event - now virtual! Check out namisandiego.org for more information or tickets.

Join us tomorrow at our Criminal Justice Family Support Group. This group offers wisdom and resources from other family members who live with the experience of having a loved one with mental health challenges who also is (or has been) incarcerated. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar circumstances. Register for the zoom meeting at https://tinyurl.com/Criminal-Justice-FSG

Join us this Thursday at the Criminal Justice Support Group! Register at https://tinyurl.com/Criminal-Justice-FSG

The "Wheel of Emotions" is something our staff at NAMI San Diego has personally passed around the office. It is a tool we have given to friends and even used as an activity at events. Though it may seem simple to some people, identifying specific emotions can be difficult. Especially considering the vast amount of emotions there are. Using the "Wheel of Emotions" can help you learn how to better talk about and express what you are feeling. #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek #WorldMentalHealthDay #MIAW https://themighty.com///i-feel-nothing-wheel-of-emotions/

Think about it. How many people do you know who have a mental illness? Is this a conversation you have discussed with friends? Would you be aware if someone close to you was struggling? If you would like to know how to recognize the signs or more about the different mental illnesses, download our oscER app for free on any device. Or check the link in our description to see the web version of the app. #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek #WorldMentalHealthDay #MIAW

There are many barriers to seeking mental health treatment. Did you know that one of those is lack of cultural competency? There is no way a mental health professional can learn every aspect of all cultures. However, it is extremely important to be culturally sensitive and aware. Start sessions by addressing and developing a base understanding of what those are. Mental health treatment needs to be personalized, there is no "one size fits all". Don't be afraid to ask questions and start the conversation early. #MIAW #WorldMentalHealthDay https://www.nami.org//Why-We-Need-More-Culturally-Competen

You can't choose what days your mental illness affects you. Your mental illness doesn't know when it's an important day or holiday. #MIAW #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek . . . @gmf.designs

1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year and only 50.6% of U.S. youth aged 6-17 with a mental health disorder received treatment in 2016. #MIAW #WorldMentalHealthDay https://www.talkspace.com/blog/teen-mental-health-help/ (Statistics from nami.org/mhstats)

Help spread awareness and reduce stigma #MIAW #WorldMentalHealthDay