NAMI Central Iowa

NAMI Central Iowa NAMI of Central Iowa is an organization of families, friends and individuals whose lives have been affected by mental illness.

Together, we advocate for better lives for those individuals who have a mental illness, and we offer support, education and advocacy as we do so.

Whatever it is you are facing you never have to face it alone. NAMI is one phone call away. We are trained individuals w...
06/01/2026

Whatever it is you are facing you never have to face it alone. NAMI is one phone call away. We are trained individuals with lived experience who will walk along with you. It’s okay to feel nervous. It’s okay to ask for help, it’s truly ok to not be okay. If you or your friends are struggling please dial 988 or call our office 515-292-9400.


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Su***de is the second leading cause of death for young people between 10 and 24. Sometimes it feels as though your struggle is being underestimated because of your age. But we hear you…

As we leave May behind and move into June of 2026 we still have a strong emphasis on mental health. Men’s Mental Health....
05/31/2026

As we leave May behind and move into June of 2026 we still have a strong emphasis on mental health.
Men’s Mental Health. There is often a strong focus on men’s physical health — fitness, annual checkups, and heart health — but mental well-being is equally as important because mental health is health!
Just as the body needs care and attention, so does emotional and mental well-being. Yet, there is a silent crisis in men’s mental health — one that too often goes unnoticed or unspoken. Men are nearly four times more likely to die by su***de than women*, underscoring the urgent need to break this silence and seek support. Small steps to care for mental health can lead to significant change. Let’s build a culture where men feel safe speaking up and reaching out. As a community, we can break the stigma, support one another, and ensure no one struggles in silence.

!!How Can You Help!!?
Start a conversation:
A simple conversation can spark transformation. Whether a father, brother, uncle, friend, or colleague, check in with the men in your life.
Share resources:
Help normalize seeking help by sharing information about mental health support services, hotlines, and local organizations.

💚Let others know support is available — and that it works.💚

Create safe spaces:
Encourage environments — at home, work, school, barbershop, gym, church, or in the community — where men feel comfortable opening up without judgment. Sometimes, just knowing it’s OK to talk makes all the difference.



Food insecurity impacts many families in our communities, and when school is out, access to meals can become even more c...
05/28/2026

Food insecurity impacts many families in our communities, and when school is out, access to meals can become even more challenging for children.

Thankfully, there are free summer meal programs available for children under 18 across Ames, Nevada, Maxwell, Collins, Colo, McCallsburg, Zearing, and surrounding communities. These programs provide breakfast, lunch, and grab-and-go meal options to help ensure kids stay nourished all summer long.

If your family could benefit—or if you know someone who may need support—please review the attached resource guide and share this information. Asking for help is strength, and every child deserves access to healthy meals. ❤️

🏕️ Help Us Bring Shelter, Safety & Hope 🏕️We are collecting tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and tarps for individua...
05/28/2026

🏕️ Help Us Bring Shelter, Safety & Hope 🏕️

We are collecting tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and tarps for individuals experiencing homelessness in our community. For many, a tent and other items can mean protection from the elements, a safer place to rest, and a reminder that someone cares.

If you are able, please consider donating a new or gently used tent. Together, we can help provide dignity, comfort, and hope to our unhoused neighbors. ❤️

*Every donation makes a difference*
Questions please call 515-292-9400
If our drop off times don’t work for you, please contact us to schedule a drop off time.

Today our Outreach Coordinator, Nicole along with volunteer and former treasurer, Bill enjoyed tabling at the Senior Fai...
05/27/2026

Today our Outreach Coordinator, Nicole along with volunteer and former treasurer, Bill enjoyed tabling at the Senior Fair at the Newton YMCA this morning!


05/20/2026
We want to thank everyone who took the time to stop by for lunch, community conversations and help stuff mental health b...
05/19/2026

We want to thank everyone who took the time to stop by for lunch, community conversations and help stuff mental health bags. We had two special guests Friday. Linda, Richard’s sister attended R-Deyo day event along with a founding member of NAMI Central Iowa. Miss Linn and her husband. What an absolute treasure having them both.

Watching Linn look back on 42 years of the incredible history that she was apart of starting was a beautiful moment for us all here at NAMI.
We look forward to 2027 R-Deyo Day event and continuing the legacy of Richard and how he displayed his love for his community and continue the mission of NAMI.
Save the date: May, 14,2027 for our 3rd annual R-Deyo Day event.

We are so excited to share with you one of our newest members of our NAMI team! Nicole is our new outreach coordinator. ...
05/19/2026

We are so excited to share with you one of our newest members of our NAMI team! Nicole is our new outreach coordinator. Nicole was excited to do her first tabling event with our board secretary, Nick this past Sunday in AmesGood Neighbor Emergency Assistance block party event. Thank you Good Neighbor for having us.

Nicole will primarily do outreach in Madison and Warren Counties.
Along with outreach coordination Nicole will also be trained as a peer support professional. Nicole brings lived experience and lived expertise into our organization along with the heart and passion for this work. If you see her in your community come say hello!

Address

424 5th Street
Ames, IA
50010

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15152929400

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