NAMI Charleston Area

NAMI Charleston Area NAMI Charleston Area (SC) offers free support groups, classes, and presentations to individuals and t

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Charleston Area is an organization that values all members of the family affected by mental health disorders. We provide programs for both the family members and individuals with a mental health condition, all of those who seek support, education, and advocacy. Our support groups are designed to deliver constructive and compassionate assistance to people in need.

After thoughtful consideration, we’re excited to announce that our Family Support Groups will be moving to a new locatio...
08/26/2025

After thoughtful consideration, we’re excited to announce that our Family Support Groups will be moving to a new location. These groups, which currently meet at Seacoast West on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, will now be hosted at:

2125 Charlie Hall Blvd – 2nd Floor

Please note: As planned, there will be no meeting on Labor Day, September 1st.
Our first gathering at the new location will be Monday, September 15th at 6:00 PM.

We look forward to welcoming you into this new space!

Join us for our annual mental health walk: NAMI WALKS on October 11th at Palmetto Islands County Park. Raising money for...
08/25/2025

Join us for our annual mental health walk: NAMI WALKS on October 11th at Palmetto Islands County Park.

Raising money for this walk goes towards funding free mental health programs, classes, support groups. and giving a voice to the voiceless.
Together, we will make a powerful change in our community. "Mental Health for All," here we come.

Don't wait another moment to add your name to our movement. The people who need the help that you empower cannot afford to wait. No matter their mental health challenge, they stand to benefit greatly by your decisiveness today.

Head to www.namiwalks.org/charlestonarea

Thank you for having us Low Country Live!We are thrilled for this years NAMI WALKS - an event where we get our Charlesto...
08/23/2025

Thank you for having us Low Country Live!

We are thrilled for this years NAMI WALKS - an event where we get our Charleston community to walk together to create awareness for mental health and raise money to support free mental health initiatives for those who need it.

Be sure to sign up for NAMI WALKS on October 11th & bring your friends!

https://www.namiwalks.org/charlestonarea

Unfortunately, due to the hurricane, NAMI Charleston has had to cancel its local Pathways to Hope event.To all of our Ch...
08/22/2025

Unfortunately, due to the hurricane, NAMI Charleston has had to cancel its local Pathways to Hope event.

To all of our Charleston-area community members, please make sure to stay safe and take care of yourselves during this time. 💙

While the local event will not take place, the National-led plenary sessions will still be available for streaming starting Sunday, August 24th. You’ll be able to access them at your convenience through the Pathways to Hope platform.

Platform link: Access EventHub
Login: Use the email address you registered with - springle@namicharlestonarea.org. (If you don't remember your password, you can reset it here)
We’re grateful for your interest and hope you’ll join virtually to experience this powerful content on faith, mental health, and community healing.

It’s not too late to join us!Register here or at the link in bio!https://events.nami.org/pathways25/beginJoin us for the...
08/21/2025

It’s not too late to join us!
Register here or at the link in bio!

https://events.nami.org/pathways25/begin

Join us for the 4th Annual NAMI Pathways to Hope Conference, a powerful gathering of individuals and communities committed to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health.

Join a welcoming community where mental health and faith intersect, forging connections, sharing insights, and uplifting each other towards a future free from mental health stigma.

NAMI Charleston’s in person schedule:

🗓️ Day One – Evening Session
Friday, August 22, 2025
📍 Nazareth Reformed Episcopal Church
145 West End Drive, Moncks Corner, SC
🕡 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🌟 Welcome & Opening Remarks
🎥 National Plenary Video-from the NAMI National Conference
🗣️ Guest Speakers
Inhale Peace, Exhale Stress
A lesson in breathing techniques
Sharing Hope: Mental Wellness in Black Communities
Presented by LaQuetta McGill
🎈Supervised Kids Area featuring-Games & Crafts
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Activities
Breathing Exercise Practice (Indoors – Location TBA)
Family Walk weather permitting (Outdoors – Led by LaQuetta McGill)
🥗 Healthy Snacks Provided

🗓️ Day Two – Morning Session
Saturday, August 23, 2025
📍 Moncks Corner AME Church
306 Main Street, Moncks Corner, SC 29461
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎥 National Plenary Video- from the NAMI National Conference
🗣️ Guest Speakers
Bretta Grant
Mind Over Matter: A Personal Journey from Schizophrenia to Successful Realtor
Tia Lewis, SCDMH
Diagnosis Isn’t Destiny: Empowering Individuals in Treatment
TBA
From Silence to Strength: Speaking Out on Su***de Awareness
💬 Panel Discussion & Q&A
🎈Supervised Kids Area featuring-Games & Crafts
🥗 Snacks Provided
Fresh fruit, veggies, and granola bars.

💙 We loved being part of the We Are Sharing Hope SC Health Fair—connecting people with mental health resources and suppo...
08/20/2025

💙 We loved being part of the We Are Sharing Hope SC Health Fair—connecting people with mental health resources and supporting our community every step of the way.

Pictured: Cheri Wallace, Lori Smith & Chance the Donor Dog 🐾

Get ready for Pathways to Hope🗓 August 22–23📍 Nazareth Reformed Episcopal Church145 West End Drive, Moncks Corner, SC 29...
08/19/2025

Get ready for Pathways to Hope
🗓 August 22–23
📍 Nazareth Reformed Episcopal Church
145 West End Drive, Moncks Corner, SC 29461

Join us for a powerful weekend of connection and hope. We're looking for volunteers to support Pathways to Hope, a NAMI Charleston initiative aimed at faith-based mental health awareness and community outreach.

Volunteer Shifts:
➡️ Friday, August 22 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
➡️ Saturday, August 23 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Interested in helping out or promoting the event? Email us at info@namicharlestonarea.org for more details.

📢 Schedule UpdateThe Mount Pleasant Family Support Group scheduled for Thursday, August 22nd is canceled.Our next meetin...
08/18/2025

📢 Schedule Update
The Mount Pleasant Family Support Group scheduled for Thursday, August 22nd is canceled.

Our next meeting will be on Friday, September 5th at 6:00 PM, and we will continue meeting every other Friday moving forward. 💙

For a list of our groups, visit namicharlestonarea.org/calendar

Thinking About Becoming a NAMI Support Group Facilitator? Curious about leading a Family Support Group or Connections Gr...
08/14/2025

Thinking About Becoming a NAMI Support Group Facilitator?
Curious about leading a Family Support Group or Connections Group, but not quite ready to commit?

Consider joining the NAMI Mentorship Program!

The Support Group Mentorship Process gives you the opportunity to explore group leadership before formal training—a great way to get involved, gain experience, and see if it’s the right fit for you.

✨ Step into a leadership role
✨ Learn alongside experienced facilitators
✨ Make a difference in your community

For more information, reach out to Lori Smith at 📧 lsmith@namicharlestonarea.org

Volunteers Needed: Pathways to Hope🗓 August 22–23📍 Nazareth Reformed Episcopal Church145 West End Drive, Moncks Corner, ...
08/12/2025

Volunteers Needed: Pathways to Hope
🗓 August 22–23
📍 Nazareth Reformed Episcopal Church
145 West End Drive, Moncks Corner, SC 29461

Join us for a powerful weekend of connection and hope. We're looking for volunteers to support Pathways to Hope, a NAMI Charleston initiative aimed at faith-based mental health awareness and community outreach.

Volunteer Shifts:
➡️ Friday, August 22 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
➡️ Saturday, August 23 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Interested in helping out or promoting the event? Email us at info@namicharlestonarea.org for more details.

Save the Date: NAMI WALKS is back! 💚Join us on Saturday, October 11th for our biggest mental health awareness event of t...
08/11/2025

Save the Date: NAMI WALKS is back! 💚

Join us on Saturday, October 11th for our biggest mental health awareness event of the year — NAMI WALKS Charleston!

We're currently seeking sponsors who are passionate about supporting mental health in our community. If your company or a business you know might be interested in getting involved, please reach out to Shanay at springle@namicharlestonarea.org.

Together, we walk for hope, healing, and a stigma-free future.

NAMI Hall County is offering a free, virtual Peer-to-Peer class starting Thursday, August 14th — and we need a few more ...
08/09/2025

NAMI Hall County is offering a free, virtual Peer-to-Peer class starting Thursday, August 14th — and we need a few more participants to move forward.

Peer-to-Peer is an 8-session program for adults living with mental health conditions who want to better understand themselves and their recovery journey. Because it’s virtual, you can join from anywhere in the country.

Don’t miss this powerful opportunity — help us fill the class so it can happen! 💙

📅 Starts: Thursday, August 14
💻 Where: Virtual (nationwide)
✅ Cost: Free

Register here: https://forms.gle/yHrRDkozyb9LDHJ19

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PO Box 42378
North Charleston, SC
29423

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Monday 10am - 2pm
Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 2pm

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