NAMI Racine County

Back in March, Carthage College students at Zeta Tau Sigma created and ran their own fundraiser called "Kiss the Stigma Goodbye" at Kissing Rock to help support people in our community impacted by mental illness. They raised $87 selling chocolates and lollipops!

"Mental health has always been important to me. When I found out my sorority was mental health based, I thought it would be an amazing opportunity to support NAMI Racine County and my community while also breaking the stigma around mental illness."

Thank you, ladies! You are great examples of how to champion causes you care about and make a difference locally!

Open Mic Night with The Poetry Movement this Friday!

“Writing poetry is so beneficial for your mental health. It provides an outlet for emotions and thoughts. Poetry helps us process our life experiences in a healthy way.”
-Sheri Hess, Outreach Coordinator, NAMI Racine County

We recently re-earned a Gold Seal of Transparency! Check out our nonprofit profile to keep up to date with our impact: https://www.guidestar.org/profile/shared/86e04828-283b-4744-891c-9dc89119fa71

Keep this link handy, we want to make sure you always have the information you need to support our work with trust and confidence.

Don't forget to join us at Night Out for NAMI October 11th at @ Roma Lodge to support the mission! www.namiracinecounty.org/nofn

Alliance On Mental Illness of Racine County Inc - GuideStar Profile NAMI Racine County is the local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. We are an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization improving t...

A mental health crisis can happen any time, any where.

If you regularly work with people as an educator, social worker, correction officer, non-profit staff member, EMS professional, hairdresser, bartender, or any other profession regularly interacting with the public -- this 16-hour training may be perfect for you.

Offered at no cost to participants, NAMI Racine County presents Crisis Intervention Partner (CIP) training August 19th & 20th from 8-5.
Register now: www.namiracinecounty.org/citcip

Your support makes a difference! By attending our events, making a donation, or volunteering your time, you're helping us continue our mission of supporting minds and building healthy, fulfilling lives in Racine County. Thank you for being a part of our journey.

Peer support changes your perspective. It changes your approach. It changes your support system. It changes your life.

$5 Bratwurst & Beer at the Beacon to support NAMI Racine County!

Open to the public! NAMI Racine County is the featured nonprofit at The Beacon Tavern & Grill's summer of nonprofit fundraisers ( !!!)

100% of sales of bratwurst and 50% of sales of pints in the beer garden will be donated to support NAMI Racine County's mission to make sure no one ever feels alone when facing mental health concerns or mental illness.

There will be drawings for brewery swag and Beacon gift cards!

NAMI Racine County offering hope and help to all individuals affected by mental illness

At NAMI Racine County, we're dedicated to building a compassionate community where everyone affected by mental illness can thrive. Join us on our mission to support minds and build healthy, fulfilling lives.

www.namiracinecounty.org/nofn

Here's an article from back in the vault....

"We didn’t have a huge agenda when we made the trip out to Louisiana. We just wanted to be there. And I think that really is the first step: just showing up."

NAMI CEO, Dan Gillison, Jr. speaks on his experience visiting his alma mater after a student died by su***de: https://www.nami.org/Blogs/From-the-CEO/September-2022/HBCU-Mental-Health-Matters

We just wrote a blog post on this...
https://www.namiracinecounty.org/blog/to-my-fellow-men-we-need-to-talk-about-this

We were "fine" too. Come hang out. Talk with people who really get it.

The 4th of July weekend is just the beginning of grilling season! The Beacon Tavern & Grill is hosting a series of nonprofit fundraisers over the summer and NAMI Racine County is featured July 17th!

Enjoy a $5 and free beer samples from a featured brewery (TBD) while you support NAMI Racine County! 100% of sales of bratwurst and 50% of sales of pints in the beer garden will be donated to support the mission of NAMI Racine County. There will also be drawings for brewery swag and Beacon gift cards!

The 4th of July, like a lot of holidays, can bring a lot of additional pressure to some of us living with mental illness and tension to some families.

For peers, the internal and external expectations to celebrate and join in family gatherings and social events is only compounded by opportunities to participate in activities not in alignment with our treatment plans.

For family members, we can see our loved ones making choices or behaving in ways we don’t agree with.

If you’re feeling exhausted keeping up appearances, frustrated with the day, or triggered by activities, . It’s okay to take a moment for yourself, to create boundaries, and to reach out.

Familiarize yourself with the process so when you call 988, you’ll know how it works. You don’t need to be suicidal to use it. And it’s got great resources for family members!

What to Expect Using 988 is free. When you call, text, or chat 988, your conversation is confidential. 988 provides you judgment-free care. Talking with someone can help save your life.

Happy 4th of July! Our small and mighty team of firecrackers wish you a happy and safe Independence Day!

In alignment with NAMI's "Rest Up Week", NAMI Racine County will be closed July 2nd through July 5th to allow our staff paid time off to focus on self-care. Read about the National organization's movement: https://www.nami.org/press-releases/nami-champions-workplace-mental-health-with-fourth-annual-rest-up-week/

We will reopen on July 8th.

If you are in need of support, please call or text the NAMI helpline or 988.

Attend any support group before July 17th and be entered to win a certificate for a free Brat & Beer at the Beacon Tavern & Grille when NAMI Racine County is the featured nonprofit organization July 17th!

Hope to see you this week!

P.S. Don't forget to tell your facilitator to enter you to win a free brat at The Beacon on July 17th!

Did you know: Mental health providers are routinely paid less by insurance than other health care providers? That means fewer providers take insurance — making in-network mental health care harder to find.

Learn more: https://nami.org/About-NAMI/NAMI-News/2024/Unfair-Unequal-Coverage-Significantly-Affects-Access-to-Mental-Health-Care-Finds-New-Report

Attend any support group in the next month and be entered to win a certificate for a free brat at the Beacon Tavern & Grille when NAMI Racine County is the featured nonprofit organization July 17th!

https://www.namiracinecounty.org/calendar/beaconfundraiserjuly172024

As we celebrate 🌈, we want you to feel in who you are and everything you've accomplished. Remember, the 988 Lifeline is here to support you every step of the way.

You matter to us. Call or text 988.

Another Crisis Intervention Partner (CIP) training in the books!

Thank you to our wonderful presenters who volunteered their time so we can continue to bring this free resource to our community!

We had nearly 40 participants in our Crisis Intervention Partner training including professionals from Women’s Resource Center, Hospitality Center, Society’s Assets, Racine County Sheriff’s Office, Pathfinders, Racine County Protective Services, ADRC of Racine County, Alpha Homes of WI, Inc., Racine County Friendship Clubhouse, Crisis Services, and more!



Please register for our upcoming training August 19th & 20th! www.namiracinecounty.org/citcip

Invest in a table for Night Out for NAMI and make a meaningful contribution to mental health advocacy and support in our community. With 8 tickets included, you can share this special evening with your loved ones while supporting NAMI Racine County's mission to provide no-cost programs for all.

www.namiracinecounty.org/nofn
Night Out for NAMI
October 11, 2024

In honor of our 45th anniversary 🥳 and Mental Health Awareness Month, enjoy $45 off your table purchase with promo code: AnniversaryTable45OFF. 👏🤩 Secure your table today and join us in creating a compassionate community where everyone feels supported and understood.

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This is why we’re offering the NAMI Smarts workshop at Racine Public Library on June 1st.

The half-day workshop will be perfect for family members, people with mental illness, therapists, social workers, crisis workers, and others who insist we need to build a compassion at community for people affected by mental health concerns and want to learn how to do that effectively.

No cost to attend. Refreshments provided. RSVP ASAP 😊
www.namiracinecounty.org/smarts

The training is offered in collaboration with NAMI Wisconsin.

Elected officials—from your members of Congress to your local school board—make decisions that impact people with mental health conditions.

Do you know how they play a role in your community? Learn more at vote4mentalhealth.org/engaging-candidates

Looking for a meaningful way to support Mental Health Awareness Month?? We've got the answer!

Take advantage of the $45 OFF promo we have for Night Out for NAMI tables only during the month of May and invite your friends, family, and coworkers to join you for an inspiring evening in October. With 8 tickets included (🎫🎫🎫🎫🎫🎫🎫🎫), it's the perfect opportunity to spread awareness and show your support for NAMI Racine County's important work. 💚

During Mental Health Awareness Month, enjoy💲45 OFF your table purchase with promo code: AnniversaryTable45OFF. Offer is only valid May 1 - May 31. Reserve your table now and be part of the movement for positive change!

www.namiracinecounty.org/nofn