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NAMI West Central Indiana

We provide mental health education, advocacy, and support to our community. We advocate. We listen. We lead.

About NAMI

Who We Are

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. What started as a small group of families gathered around a kitchen table in 1979 has blossomed into the nation's leading voice on mental health. Today, we are an association of hundreds of local affiliates, state organizations and volunteers who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need. What We Do

NAMI relies on gifts and contributions to support our important work:

We educate. Offered in thousands of communities across the United States through NAMI State Organizations and NAMI Affiliates, our education programs ensure hundreds of thousands of families, individuals and educators get the support and information they need. NAMI shapes national public policy for people with mental illness and their families and provides volunteer leaders with the tools, resources and skills necessary to save mental health in all states. Our toll-free NAMI HelpLine allows us to respond personally to hundreds of thousands of requests each year, providing free referral, information and support—a much-needed lifeline for many. Public awareness events and activities, including Mental Illness Awareness Week and NAMIWalks, successfully fight stigma and encourage understanding. NAMI works with reporters on a daily basis to make sure our country understands how important mental health is. (Taken from https://www.nami.org/About-NAMI which is the National Page)

11/05/2025

The Wednesday Community Breakfast is going strong and continues weekly in The Landing at 9 am. 🍁

This week, Director of Safety & Training Brenda Renaldo treated everyone to her signature breakfast casserole — a creamy mix of cheese, hash browns, sausage, and eggs — perfect for the packed house that filled The Landing this morning. It seems everyone knew something delicious was on the horizon! 🌅

Thank you, Brenda, for starting our day on a high note. The pumpkin muffins were the perfect touch of November. 🍂

10/31/2025

We’re not scared of mental illness 👻

But we are big fans of Halloween spirit! 🎃

This Halloween, our NAMI West Central Indiana team made trick-or-treat tote bags for kids in LTHC ’s Family Permanent Supportive Housing Program — helping families build stability through rental vouchers and dedicated case management.

We love supporting families and sharing the spirit of the season! 💚🕸️

10/30/2025

🎤 Save the Date: Saturday Night Lafayette!

Join us for a comedy charity gala hosted by NAMI West Central Indiana where we champion the change we make in our community through laughter.

✨ Enjoy dinner, good company, and a hilarious show by The Crazy Monkeys, Purdue’s premier comedy troupe since 1995, featuring special appearances from local celebrities!

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
📍 The Stables Event Center, Lafayette
🍽️ Dinner included with ticket

🎟️ Tickets available at nami-wci.org or contact bburbridge@nami-wci.org for more information.

10/22/2025

For Hannah Carreon, becoming a Peer Support Professional is a way to give back.

A recent Purdue graduate with a bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, this is her first professional role in the behavioral health field after years of helping others as part of the Boilermaker Support Network. As an executive member, she helped lead peer support groups for students who needed someone to listen and understand what they were going through.

Hannah knows firsthand how vital it is to have people who listen. She’s had her own experience with mental health and says that having a strong support system was a huge game changer for her. In an effort to make sure others don’t have to go through it alone, she chose this work so that her own struggles weren’t in vain.

She believes there are a lot of resources available in Lafayette, but it can be very difficult to get connected on your own. What makes NAMI and the Mobile Crisis Response Unit special, she says, is that they don’t just hand you resources—they help you get where you need to go and make the process less intimidating.

“I think there are a lot of factors that can be barriers to getting mental health treatment, and MCRU is helpful because they can go out to people directly,” she explains. “I know how scary it is to reach out but knowing that we’ve all been through it can be helpful for breaking down that wall.”

Hannah takes care of her own mental health by talking with loved ones to process her emotions and by practicing yoga to stay grounded. Her ability to actively listen and show empathy helps her connect with others and support them through some of their hardest moments.

10/20/2025

💙💚 What a day at NAMIWalks West Central Indiana 2025! 💙💚

Thank you so much to everyone who came out yesterday to support and celebrate mental health resources in our community. The weather may not have been on our side, but your resilience proves just how dedicated you are to ending mental health stigma and increasing access to care for all.

🎶 We were so excited to have the Purduettes perform and what a wonderful job they did warming our minds and hearts when the weather couldn’t warm up our bodies. A big thank-you to our sponsors and community partners for showing up and sharing their resources despite the rain.

💬 Thank you also to Amy Brinkley for courageously sharing your story with our participants. Your openness surrounding your mental health journey continues to inspire us all.

🌧️ While the weather may have limited our numbers, it did not diminish our impact. NAMIWalks West Central Indiana raised over $40,000 this year, and those funds will go directly toward supporting NAMI West Central Indiana’s programs and mission.

📸 A special shoutout to our volunteers who stayed extra in the cold to ensure our participants got the full NAMIWalks experience—including our wonderful photographer, Paige Reitz.

Congratulations to our top fundraisers:
🏅 Individual: Dawn Baldwin – $5,540
🏅 Team: American Legion, Post 492 – $2,585

Thank you again for your support and dedication to this cause.

We can’t thank our participants enough for braving the cold with us. Together, our strength makes a difference.

See you next year, NAMIWalkers! 💙💚

Sponsors: IU Health Arnett, Frankfort and White Memorial | River Bend Hospital - West Lafayette | West Lafayette - City Government | City of Lafayette | Purdue Musical Organizations | Neurocrine Biosciences | Navy Club Ship 12 | Hendricks Therapy

10/19/2025

Today’s the day! 💙
We can’t wait to see you at NAMIWalks West Central Indiana 2025 at Cason Family Park!

📍 2500 Cumberland Ave, West Lafayette
🕛 Festivities start at 12 PM | Walk begins at 2 PM

Parking is limited — overflow parking with shuttle service is available at the Walmart near Slim Chickens.

Let’s walk together for mental health awareness and hope! 👟💙
namiwalks.org/westcentralindiana

10/18/2025

Only 1 day to go! 👟
If everyone gave just $2 today, we’d raise $400 for local mental health programs.
Let’s do this together! 💙 https://www.namiwalks.org/westcentralindiana

10/17/2025

Only 2 days to go until NAMIWalks West Central Indiana!
We’re still $3,220 away from our fundraising goal — help us cross the finish line! 💙

Register or donate today: https://www.namiwalks.org/westcentralindiana

10/16/2025

Only three days until NAMIWalks! 💙
In honor of the countdown, here are 3 ways to start a conversation with a friend about their mental health.

Just starting the conversation, even if it feels a little awkward, can make a real difference in someone’s life.

1️⃣ “Hey, we haven’t talked in a while. How are you?”
2️⃣ “It seems like something’s been up lately. Do you want to talk about what’s going on?”
3️⃣ “I’m worried about you and would like to know what’s going on so I can help.”

Let’s keep showing up for one another; every conversation matters. 💬💙

10/15/2025

We’re four-tunate to be just four days away from walking together for mental health awareness at NAMIWalks West Central Indiana 2025.
As we count down, here are 4 steps to ground and level anxiety to help you feel calm and centered before the big day.

1️⃣ Pause and breathe. Take slow, deep breaths. Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4, and exhale for 4. This helps calm your body's stress response.

2️⃣ Notice your surroundings. Engage your senses. Name 4 things you can see, 3 you can touch, 2 you can hear, and 1 you can smell.

3️⃣ Move your body. A short walk or stretch can release tension and help bring your focus back to the present.

4️⃣ Show yourself kindness. Speak to yourself the way you would speak to a friend. Small words of compassion can make a big difference.

You’ve got this; one step, one breath, one day at a time.

10/14/2025

Only five days until we walk together for mental health awareness at NAMIWalks West Central Indiana 2025! Here are 5 facts to keep in mind as we countdown! 👟💙

1️⃣ 1 in 5 adults in the US experiences a mental health condition each year.
(Source: NAMI – Mental Health by the Numbers → nami.org/mhstats)

2️⃣ People are 5x more likely to seek help when their community promotes open conversations about mental health.
(Source: American Psychiatric Association Foundation – Stress in America Survey → apafdn.org)

3️⃣ On average, there’s a 5–11-year delay between symptom onset and getting treatment for mental illness.
(Source: NAMI – Mental Health by the Numbers → nami.org/mhstats)

4️⃣ Just 5 minutes of walking can boost your mood and reduce stress.
(Source: CDC – Physical Activity and Mental Health → cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/benefits)

5️⃣ NAMI provides free programs and support for individuals and families — made possible through community events like NAMIWalks! 💚
(Source: NAMI – Programs and Education → nami.org/Get-Involved/NAMI-Programs)

10/10/2025

NAMIWalks West Central Indiana would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We are so grateful to the businesses, organizations, and individuals who have stepped up to support our mission—not only through financial contributions, but also by serving as true community partners. Your dedication helps us expand mental health awareness, break down stigma, and most importantly, improve access to life-saving resources in our community.

Every dollar raised and every partnership formed brings us one step closer to a world where mental health care is accessible to all. Together, we are creating meaningful change and showing those who are struggling that they are never alone.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in this mission. We look forward to celebrating with you at NAMIWalks on October 19 at Cason Family Park. Your support is making a lasting difference.

Address

615 N 18th Street, Suite 104
Lafayette, IN
47904

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.nami-wci.org/

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