NAMI Whatcom

NAMI Whatcom is an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness

All our programs are free, and led by trained volunteers who either live with a mental health condition or have a loved one with a mental health condition.

08/28/2025

Our next education forum may not be for another month but you can register now!

NAMI Whatcom will be hosting a resource talk with Charlie Health on Zoom on September 29th at 6:30 pm

This is a wonderful opportunity if you have ever wondered about Charlie Health's services, what insurances they accept, and so much more.

Register at www.namiwhatcom.org today!

[Image description: A blue and yellow flyer for our next education forum featuring Charlie Health. It has the details of when: September 29th @ 6:30 PM on Zoom and also says, "Join NAMI Whatcom in learning about Charlie Health services from their clinical outreach manager" and "Charlie Health offers: No waitlists, services for folks Ages 11-50, Accepts most insurances, and more." There is also a registration link in the bottom left corner that says, "Register Now: www.namiwhatcom.org "]

08/25/2025

Don't forget the next Creativity for Coping workshop is coming up this Thursday, August 28th!

Join us as we explore how the world of fantasy and Dungeons and Dragons can be used as a powerful tool for coping and a wonderful way of fostering community!

The event is an on going series and meets on the last Thursday of the month (minus major holidays)

If you are curious about this event or want to be added to our email list to learn more please email our Peer Program Coordinator, Brylie at btaylor@namiwhatcom.org

See you there!

[Image description: On a dark purple background with images of a dragon, castle, and dice, says, "Creativity for Coping Fantasy Character Creation August 28th from 5:30-7:30 PM (at our office) 800 E Chestnut St. Suite 1C Bellingham." Our logo is in the top left. The bottom left also has the Whatcom Community Foundations logo. Top right says "Always Free!" and the bottom right says, "Find out more information at www.namiwhatcom.org "]

08/20/2025

Thank you to Brylie and Kim for presenting their stories at the library today!

Sharing resources and lived experience about mental health conditions not only reduces the stigma that surround mental wellness but more importantly lets folks know they are not alone.

If you are interested in this presentation or have questions,
feel free to reach out to our office by phone, 360-671-4950 or by email at namiadmin@namiwhatcom.org

[Image description: At the top of the post has the NAMI Ending the Silence logo and underneath in blue letters says, "Thank you presenters!" Below is a photo of the presenters smiling and our logo in the bottom right corner.]

08/18/2025

You may not know but membership and donations are just some of the ways we are able to keep our programs free and happening frequently!

Consider being a member or donating today!

visit www.namiwhatcom.org to learn more

[Image description: At the top is a photo of volunteers at Pride and below that on a green square says, "Consider becoming a member!" Below are ways that the membership support NAMI Whatcom and below that is our logo with, "visit: www.namiwhatcom.org to become a member today!" ]

08/14/2025

The next session of Family to Family doesn't start till October 2nd but you will want to sign up early!

If you have a loved one with a mental health condition and want to learn more about the resources in your area, how to better communicate with your loved one, and so much more, register at www.namiwhatcom.org today.

[Image description : On a tan background with multi-colored squiggles is information about our free Family to Family Class. Under the title, picture of materials, and clip art says, "Family to Family is an 8 session class for family members, friends, and partners of people with mental health conditions. You will learn resources, skills, and have the safe space to share with others." and underneath the informational blurb says, "To register or for more info, visit: www.namiwhatcom.org or call 360-671-4950" and "Fall session starts October 2nd, twice a week (Monday and Thursday evenings) in person at our office: 800 E Chestnut St suite 1C ." Our logo is also featured at the top. ]

08/11/2025

If you haven't seen already, the next creative workshop in the 'Creativity for Coping' series is:

Fantasy Character Creation!

That's right!

We will be learning and talking all about fantasy as we create characters from the Dungeons & Dragons Tabletop Roleplaying Game.

Fantasy games like Dungeons and Dragons are not only a great way to find community but also a wonderful way to express our creativity! Even if you have no experience with the fantasy world, come on down August 28th from 5:30-7:30 at our office to learn.

[Image description: On a purple sparkly background is a castle, a dragon, and some dice. In the middle says, "Join us as we learn about creating characters in the famous Dungeons & Dragons fantasy game, how fantasy can be used as a tool for coping, and so much more! If you have questions or would like to be added to the contact list, reach out to Brylie at btaylor@namiwhatcom.org" and "August 28th
from 5:30-7:30 PM
(at our office)
800 E Chestnut St. Suite 1 C
Bellingham" Our logo is in the top left corner and Whatcom Community Foundations us in the bottom left. ]

08/08/2025

We are so beyond appreciative of Women Sharing Hope once again for their support.

The luncheon held in May was a HUGE success!

NAMI Whatcom can only run because of the generous support from donations, grants, and our community. As we move through unknown times, consider donating to NAMI Whatcom today so that we can continue providing the county with free support groups, classes, resources and much more.

And if you have more questions feel free to reach out to our Peer Program Coordinator at btaylor@namiwhatcom.org.

[Image description: On a blue paper background is a polaroid of three folks holding a check. The top says, "Thank you Women Sharing Hope." There are also pictures of watercolor flowers, our website, and our logo in the corner.]

08/05/2025

A big THANK YOU to everyone that attended the vision board workshop last week!

We had so much fun making collages, talking to one another about our challenges and hopes, and found new friends.

Please join us for our next 'Creativity for Coping' workshop, August 28th, which we will be creating Dungeon & Dragons characters and talking all thing fantasy.

If you have questions or would like to be on the contact list, email Brylie at btaylor@namiwhatcom.org

[Image description: On a collaged background with a pink digital camera in the bottom left corner says, "Thank you, Next creative workshop 'Fantasy Character Creation' ." The NAMI Whatcom logo is also in the top right corner.]

08/04/2025

Since Brylie took some time off, we are a bit behind on posting our Volunteer of the Month however, we are still so very appreciative of our next Volunteer of the Month to be acknowledged, April!

Thanks April for all your help over the years. We are so appreciative of your expertise in lived experience and your guidance through classes and programs.

Thanks again and if you are interested in becoming a volunteer yourself feel free to reach out to namidamin@namiwhatcom.org

[Image description: On a light blue background with blue squiggles and yellow sparkles has a picture of a cd and music notes in the middle, "Congratulations to our volunteer of the month April M." Our logo is also in the bottom left corner.]

08/01/2025

You may recognize some NAMI Whatcom folks here as well!

07/29/2025

Don't forget our next installment of the Creativity for Coping Workshop is this Thursday, the 31st, from 5:30-7:30 PM at our office!

We will be making vision boards (collaged goal boards) and will provide the supplies, snacks, and fun- you just have to bring yourself.

For more information reach out to Brylie, our coordinator, at btaylor@namiwhatcom.org

[Image description: On a colorful flyer with drawings and collaged graph paper says, "NAMI Whatcom presents: Creativity for Coping. Creative workshops brought to you by NAMI Whatcom and other community volunteers. Join us in learning new crafts, hobbies, and skills all while leaning into the value of community and creation as a healthy coping mechanism and wonderful distress tolerance skill." There is also a contact email: btaylor@namiwhatcom.org and a date that says, "Last Thursdays of the month (next July 31st @ 5:30 PM)" The location is in the bottom left corner, "Our office: 800 E Chestnut st Suite 1C Bellingham" and in the bottom right is the Chuckanut Health Foundations logo.]

07/28/2025

Brylie is back from her stay-cation which means lots of fun stuff is happening here soon!

First of all, make sure you are on our newsletter list to find out when events are, writing and art from volunteers, photos from past events, and more.

Second, although the 2025 Stigma Stomp isn't until October, we are looking for folks to sponsor or donate.

If you sponsor this years Stigma Stomp you will get your logo on our t-shirts, banners, and be highlighted on our social media and website.

Plus we have a donor who is willing to match sponsorships and donations up to $ 1,000! That is money that will go directly to funding our groups and programs throughout the county.

Reach out to namiadmin@namiwhatcom.org to find out more and we can't wait to see you soon!

[Image description: A flyer with the 2025 Stigma Stomp logo on it of a brain running. It says, "Get Involved! We are looking for sponsorships for the 2025 Stigma Stomp! If you, a business, or an organization would like to donate, we have a donor that will match up to $1,000 by September 1st so help us reach our goal! That is money that will go directly to funding our support groups so they remain free and plentiful to the community. visit www.namiwhatcom.org or reach out to namiadmin@namiwhatcom.org " and our logo is in the bottom right corner as well.]

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800 E Chestnut St. Suite 1C
Bellingham, WA
98225-5164

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http://namiwhatcom.org/

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About NAMI Whatcom

NAMI Whatcom is an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. We are dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness by providing free support groups, classes, and education forums to the community.

NAMI Whatcom is fully inclusive of individuals and families of all backgrounds and cultures. Our affiliate collaborates with others to advocate for system change and public policies that best support recovery and resiliency for those living with mental illness.

Read more on our website, namiwhatcom.org