NAMI Pinellas (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

11/21/2025

Did you know?

NAMI Pinellas offers free mental health education and resources for schools, workplaces, faith-based organizations, and community events. Our presentations and resource tabling help your community learn, connect, and feel supported.

Hosting a community event? Invite us to table!

We provide:
Free mental health brochures, support group information, and helpline materials,
friendly staff and volunteers to answer questions and support attendees on their mental health journey

Interested?
Invite us to your next event or request a presentation today!

View our presentations you can host and/or submit an interest form here:
https://nami-pinellas.org/support-and-education/presentations/

You can also request presentations or invite us to your event by contacting:

Katy Simpson, Program Coordinator
programcoordinator@nami-pinellas.org
727-826-0807

11/20/2025

Celebrating 2 amazing years with Kendra! 🎉💙

In her second year with NAMI Pinellas, Kendra has continued to shine, strengthening our Information & Resource Helpline, helping us stay organized and prepared for events, supporting team bonding, and keeping our operations running smoothly every single day.

We’re so grateful for her dedication, steady support, and positive energy. Here’s to another year of growth and impact together! 🚀

Congrats, Kendra! 🎉💙

11/11/2025

Happy from all of us at NAMI Pinellas County! Today, we honor all who have served our country with courage and dedication 🇺🇸

We also recognize that coming home and readjusting to civilian life can bring unique challenges—and no one should have to face them alone. Support for veterans and their families is available through the VA and your local NAMI affiliate.

Our office is open today, so we invite anyone seeking resources, connection and understanding to call our Information & Resource Helpline at 727-791-3434, and to join our virtual Adult Connection Support Group this evening for confidential, compassionate support: https://namipinellas.volunteerhub.com/vv2/event/ff4b5c83-8a3c-433d-bba3-ebaa2c185072

You have given so much, and your wellness matters 💚

11/10/2025

🌿 FREE Weekend WRAP Training! 🌿

Looking to strengthen your mental wellness and recovery tools?
Join us for a two-day Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) training — an evidence-based program that helps you build your own personalized plan for wellness, stability, and self-advocacy.

🗓 Dates: Saturday & Sunday, December 13–14, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: NAMI Pinellas Office
13830 58th St. N, Suite 413
Clearwater, FL 33760

✨ In this training you’ll learn to:
• Build your personal wellness toolbox
• Recognize early warning signs and triggers
• Create daily maintenance and crisis plans
• Strengthen recovery and resilience skills

💚 Open to all community members, peers, and professionals!

Space is limited — reserve your spot today through our registration link: https://namipinellas.volunteerhub.com/vv2/event/94735b6f-e6c7-437c-b7d8-1ca24dea3515

📞 Questions? Email Jkushner@nami-pinellas.org

11/08/2025

Do you believe in the power of community and mental health advocacy? 💚

NAMI Pinellas County is looking for a Board Treasurer to join our slate of dedicated leaders!

A CPA background is preferred, but we encourage anyone with experience in nonprofit leadership and a passion for giving back to apply.

Please apply by November 15th, 2025 by emailing your resume and cover letter to: president@nami-pinellas.org 📩

Together, we can continue building a community where mental health matters.

11/03/2025

🌈 Community Update:
Our in-person LGBTQIA+ Support Group will be on hiatus for November and December as we prepare to move to a new home — the Barack Obama Library!
We can’t wait to welcome you back in the new year for more connection, support, and community in this new space. 💙
✨ The virtual LGBTQIA+ Support Group will continue as scheduled, so you can still join us online for ongoing support.
Stay tuned for updates and the official return date in 2025!

Register here: https://namipinellas.volunteerhub.com/events/search?q=lgbt%20in%20person

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the NPC team!

This holiday, we want to remind you NOT to ghost your feelings 👻
BOO-lieve it or not, sharing what you are going through helps. No matter how spooky-scary your thoughts may sound or feel, talking about them out loud can help you process them.

Don't know who to talk to? Attend one of our FREE and confidential support groups, or give us a call at 727-791-3434 — we are here for you.

You are not alone and you matter, today and every day 💚



PS: check our stories later today to see our team members' costumes!

10/29/2025

Leadership Opportunity Alert! 📣

NAMI Pinellas County is seeking a dedicated Board Treasurer to help guide our mission of supporting individuals and families affected by mental illness.

If you’re passionate about mental health advocacy and want to make a lasting impact in our community, we’d love to hear from you. 💚
A CPA is preferred, but we welcome all applicants with nonprofit leadership or financial management experience.

👉 Apply by emailing your resume and cover letter to president@nami-pinellas.org by November 15th, 2025.

10/29/2025

For the last installment of our series, we are focusing on YOU. Fall is a season of transition, and one that comes before the Holiday season, which can be a trigger for individuals. So today, we want to make sure you **fall** into your self-care 🍂

This season is your gentle reminder: slowing down is not the same as falling behind.
Autumn is nature’s way of letting go — and you’re allowed to do the same.

If you’ve been feeling tired, unmotivated, or emotionally drained lately, you’re not alone. The shift in seasons can impact our energy and mood more than we realize.

That’s why being intentional with self-care is so important right now. 🧡

Here are a few fall-inspired ways to care for your mental health this November and beyond:

🍁 Take a slow walk through crunchy leaves and unplug for a bit — no distractions!
🍵 Make a warm drink and actually sit down to enjoy it
📖 Read something just for fun (no pressure to “be productive”)
🕯️ Light a cozy candle and journal your thoughts
🧤 Swap out scrolling for hands-on activities — baking, crafting, decorating, etc.
📅 Set gentle boundaries around your time + energy as the holidays approach

Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated; it just needs to be intentional. Even the smallest moments can ground you.

What’s one thing you’re doing for yourself this fall? 👇 Drop it in the comments and let’s build a list of cozy, calming ideas together.

And if this resonates with you, share it to your story or send it to someone who could use a reminder to care for themselves too 📲

You are worthy of care, rest, and peace — today, tomorrow, and every day after that. Self-care matters when we are well AND when we are not.

10/27/2025

The Department of Children and Families has announced that if the federal government shutdown continues into November, SNAP benefits for the month of November will not be issued until federal funding is restored (read more: https://snap.myflfamilies.com/)

To prepare, we recommend that community members use www.findhelp.org. You can enter your zip code, then click on food to find food pantries in your specific zip code and get a full list of pantries in your area. Users can also find free or reduced-cost resources like housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.

As always, you can dial 211 or call our information and resource helpline at 727-791-3434 to access additional help. We are in this together 💚

Search and connect to support. Find financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, and other free or reduced-cost help in your area, anywhere in the US.

10/27/2025

It's Peer Training time again!

NAMI Pinellas is grateful to be offering our Peers In Recovery Mentorship Program, except this time, for those who live or work in Pinellas or Pasco counties! Thanks to the Florida Central Behavioral Health Network for the generous funding to make this December training possible.

Apply here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y7P3XMM

Do you want to receive your Certified Recovery Specialist (CRPS) credential? Receive the 40hrs that you will need to become a CRPS with NAMI Pinellas!

Please see our flyer for training dates.

Questions?

Contact:
Katy Simpson
programcoordinator@nami-pinellas.org
727-826-0807

10/22/2025

One of the most uplifting forms of self-care is giving yourself something to look forward to. Whether it’s a weekend coffee date, a trip you’ve been dreaming about, or even a cozy movie night at home — having a plan in place can brighten your mood long before the day arrives.

When life feels heavy or the days start to blur together, knowing there’s a moment of joy on the horizon can give you that little push to keep going. The best part? The benefits begin now—the simple act of anticipating something enjoyable boosts dopamine, the brain’s “feel-good” chemical, before the event even happens.

Benefits for your mental health:

Boosts motivation & energy – something fun on the calendar gives you a reason to keep moving forward.
Builds emotional resilience – anticipation can soften the weight of daily stress.
Lifts your mood – planning releases feel-good brain chemicals even before the event.
Strengthens relationships – shared activities help deepen social connections.
Encourages balance – reminds you to make time for joy, not just responsibilities.

💡 Try this today: Open your calendar and add one thing you’re excited about this week or month. Big or small, near or far; just make sure it’s something that feels like a treat to your mind and heart.

What’s something you’re looking forward to right now? Comment below and share this post to inspire someone else to add a little joy to their calendar today. 🗣️