NAMI Oregon

Support, education, and advocacy for everyone impacted by mental illness.

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This NPR story looks at how social workers and other behavioral health professionals are mobilized to respond to mental health crises in real time around the U.S.

https://t.co/cRZGKVeULe

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NAMI is proud to introduce the Teen & Young Adult (T&YA) HelpLine: A free nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals, and support to teens and young adults.

Visit nami.or/talktous for more info.

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ATTN Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members and other Medicaid benefits recipients! Is your contact information correct? Renewal letters are going out now through mid-2024.

Go to https://t.co/nFeyNZQMqc to check and update your contact information.

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Are you the parent or caregiver of a child with behavioral health issues? Join NAMI Oregon's Talk It Over Parent Support Group. The next Talk It Over group meets on Sunday, October 22, from 4-6pm.

Meetings are hosted via Zoom.

Register for group here: https://t.co/EWUpbQn1DP

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“First of all, we’re talking — and it’s something that doesn’t happen enough in America and society in general when it comes to mental health,” Padilla said in an interview on Capitol Hill. “It’s not a red state, blue state thing.”

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The 13th annual Gordon and Sharon Smith Award was a success! Over 100 attendees came together to witness the honorees, Commissioner Sharon Meieran and the Ford Family Foundation, receive their awards.

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"On the heels of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, experts say the reason for the increase shouldn’t be pinned to one specific reason but rather many different factors that must be addressed."

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Oregon ‘warmline’ provides record mental health support, but cuts loom

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NAMI Southern Oregon's President peaks with NAMI Oregon's Executive Director on the newest installment of the Mental Health Matters podcast. Listen to their conversation about NAMI's work in the community below.

https://t.co/BXaeMGjso3

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Did you know 47.2% of US adults with mental illness received treatment in 2021? Swipe to see how treatment rates vary by demographic. #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek

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It's #MentalIlnessAwarenessWeek. Did you know 1 in 5 US adults experience mental illness each year? Swipe to see the prevalence of different types of mental health conditions in the US.

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A new study shows how parents can take the lead in modeling healthy communication around mental health

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A look into how the history of institutionalization impacts patients seeking mental health services today.

https://t.co/Y8MgqrXwRI

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Multnomah County Commissioner @SMeieran and the Ford Family Foundation will receive the 2023 Gordon & Sharon Smith New Freedom Award. This award honors community members and orgs who publicly advocate for greater awareness and improved access to quality behavioral health services

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When we have conversations about suicide for #SuicidePreventionMonth, it's essential to look at the data around who is most at risk. Swipe for the facts on suicide in the U.S.

For more info, visit https://t.co/81BRnR0Xtq

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This #SuicidePreventionMonth, we want to remind you that you are not alone. Help is just a three-digit call away. 988 connects you to 24/7 crisis support.

You can also use the crisis text line by texting NAMI to 741741 or use online chat by visiting https://t.co/BwcYDZUCNJ.

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Are you a family member, friend, or caregiver of a Veteran or Military Service Member? We're here to support you!

Join our next meeting on September 14th from 6-7:30 PM via Zoom.

Register at https://t.co/JPUDImUjYe

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“The introduction of 988 videophone services is a reflection of our collective pursuit of a society where no one feels isolated in times of crisis.”

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Join NAMI Washington County's virtual support group here: https://t.co/I40cLEl3Rg #mentalhealth #anxiety #supportgroups #TomorrowNeedsYou

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Join NAMI Washington County's virtual support group here: https://t.co/5pJiXvxGCQ #mentalhealth #anxiety #supportgroups #TomorrowNeedsYou