NAMI Washington County - Wi

NAMI Washington County - Wi The NAMI Welcome Center is a peer-run recovery center for those with mental illness and home to NAMI Washington County. NAMI Washington County, Inc.

We provide advocacy, education, and support for those affected by mental illness and public awareness about mental illness. is the local affiliate of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). We provide advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives. All programs and services are confidential and free of charge. Our affiliate developed about 1999 as a grassroots group reaching out to those affected by mental illness. Our affiliate developed with an active group of peers (those living with a mental illness), working to bring peer support, recovery and education to our community. Together, peers and family members developed the Positive Image Center (now called the NAMI Welcome Center), recognized statewide as a Recovery Center. The NAMI Welcome Center offers peer-run programs and supports including the NAMI Peer-to-Peer Program and many other supports and recovery activities. Our family members run the NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program as well as twice-monthly family support meetings. Our affiliate also offers NAMI Basics, a program for parents of children diagnosed with a mental illness. Teens can to participate in a support program featuring art and expression. Teens (ages 13 -18, and still in high school) can participate in one of two weekly support groups, Teen Connections. Our local programs are offered free of charge. We offer an in-school presentational program for middle and high school students called NAMI Ending the Silence. It is intended to educate about mental illness as it appears in youth, help with recognizing suicidal thoughts, provide resources for young people, and combat the stigma surounding these topics. Support, Education and Advocacy have been the themes of our affiliate. We are a volunteer organization; our members have a passion to advocate for improved mental health care and supports. We are here to fight against the stigma that surrounds these illnesses. If you or a loved one is suffering, know that you are not alone, we are here to help. Our affiliate provides outreach activities in the community. To learn more about NAMI or mental illness contact us. We also offer NAMI In Our Own Voice Presentations. These presentations are available to a variety of groups in the community (civic, school, church or business) to hear from individuals who share their personal stories of recovery. And for faith communities, specifically, we offer the presentation "Bridges of Hope." is doing great things in our community, bringing hope, help and recovery to those who are affected by mental illness.

08/22/2025

Hello NAMI followers,

NAMI Washington County has a brand NEW page, please like and follow us at the link below👇

https://www.facebook.com/NAMIWashingtonCountyInc/

NAMI Washington County positively impacts those affected by mental health conditions by offering support, education and raising community awareness. NAMI envisions a thriving community that supports people’s mental health and overall well-being.

Please like and follow Nami’s new FB page!
08/22/2025

Please like and follow Nami’s new FB page!

🌿 Exciting news! NAMI Washington County has a NEW home on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/NAMIWashingtonCountyInc/
Be sure to FOLLOW US, and PLEASE SHARE our page with your friends, family, and peers so we can continue growing our community of support!
NAMI Washington County positively impacts those affected by mental health conditions by offering support, education and raising community awareness.
NAMI envisions a thriving community that supports people’s mental health and overall well-being.

07/29/2025
07/03/2025

SCHEDULE CHANGE FOR TODAY'S TEEN GROUPS

Teen Art Expressions is canceled today...7/3/25

Teen Connections will still be meeting from 4:15-5:30pm.

Please tell a beloved vet that we have an art therapy group just for them!
07/01/2025

Please tell a beloved vet that we have an art therapy group just for them!

The discontinuation of this service is detrimental to the well-being of many individuals!
03/31/2025

The discontinuation of this service is detrimental to the well-being of many individuals!

Join us for a FREE presentation with an ice cream sundae bar! Dessert and Learn: Supporting Youth Mental Health is a con...
03/20/2025

Join us for a FREE presentation with an ice cream sundae bar! Dessert and Learn: Supporting Youth Mental Health is a conversation about identifying warning signs of anxiety/depression in youth and learning the steps to take in order to help. To register, scan the QR code or go to: https://tinyurl.com/26an5emy - We hope to see you there!!

02/28/2025

Medicaid pays for a lot of important things for people in Wisconsin. Did you know that about 50% of Aging and Disability Resource Centers operating costs are covered by Medicaid? Or that a lot of school-based medical services for kids with IEPs are covered by Medicaid? By knowing the facts about Medicaid, you are able to share more with your legislators about the impact cuts would have for people in your community!

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NAMI Washington County, Inc. is the local affiliate of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). We provide advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives. All programs and services are confidential and free of charge. Our affiliate developed about 1999 as a grassroots group reaching out to those affected by mental illness. Our affiliate developed with an active group of peers (those living with a mental illness), working to bring peer support, recovery and education to our community. Together, peers and family members developed the Positive Image Center (now called the NAMI Welcome Center), recognized statewide as a Recovery Center. The NAMI Welcome Center offers peer-run programs and supports including the NAMI Peer-to-Peer Program and many other supports and recovery activities. Our family members run the NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program as well as twice-monthly family support meetings. Our affiliate also offers NAMI Basics, a program for parents of children diagnosed with a mental illness. Teens can to participate in a support program that also includes art activities and community service projects.. Teens (ages 13 -18, and still in high school) can participate in one of two weekly support groups, Teen Connections. Our local programs are offered free of charge.

Young adults, between 18 - 24, and out of high school, can participate in “Let’s Connect,” a weekly support group. Expanding social skills and living skills are also part of the program. We offer an in-school presentational program for middle and high school students called NAMI Ending the Silence. It is intended to educate about mental illness as it appears in youth, help with recognizing suicidal thoughts, provide resources for young people, and combat the stigma surounding these topics.

Support, Education and Advocacy have been the themes of our affiliate. We are a volunteer organization; our members have a passion to advocate for improved mental health care and supports. We are here to fight against the stigma that surrounds these illnesses. If you or a loved one is suffering, know that you are not alone, we are here to help. Our affiliate provides outreach activities in the community. To learn more about NAMI or mental illness contact us. We also offer NAMI In Our Own Voice Presentations. These presentations are available to a variety of groups in the community (civic, school, church or business) to hear from individuals who share their personal stories of recovery. And for faith communities, specifically, we offer the presentation "Bridges of Hope." NAMI Washington County, Inc. is doing great things in our community, bringing hope, help and recovery to those who are affected by mental illness.