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Support, education, and advocacy for everyone impacted by mental illness.

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This NPR story looks at how social workers and other behavioral health professionals are mobilized to respond to mental health crises in real time around the U.S. npr.org/sections/health-shot…

Cities know the way police respond to mental crisis calls needs to change. But how?

About 1 in 5 people killed by police since 2015 were having a mental health crisis. Like other cities, Philadelphia is trying a new approach: sending along social workers to respond to those calls.

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NAMI is proud to introduce the Teen & Young Adult (T&YA) HelpLine: A free nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals, and support to teens and young adults. Visit nami.or/talktous for more info.
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ATTN Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members and other Medicaid benefits recipients! Is your contact information correct? Renewal letters are going out now through mid-2024. Go to KeepCovered.Oregon.gov to check and update your contact information.
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Are you the parent or caregiver of a child with behavioral health issues? Join NAMI Oregon's Talk It Over Parent Support Group. The next Talk It Over group meets on Sunday, October 22, from 4-6pm. Meetings are hosted via Zoom. Register for group here: zoom.us/meeting/register/uJU…
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“First of all, we’re talking — and it’s something that doesn’t happen enough in America and society in general when it comes to mental health,” Padilla said in an interview on Capitol Hill. “It’s not a red state, blue state thing.” nbcnews.com/politics/congres…

'It’s not a red state, blue state thing': Senators form bipartisan Mental Health Caucus

The newly formed caucus includes lawmakers who have been outspoken about their own experiences with mental health issues.

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The 13th annual Gordon and Sharon Smith Award was a success! Over 100 attendees came together to witness the honorees, Commissioner Sharon Meieran and the Ford Family Foundation, receive their awards.
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"On the heels of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, experts say the reason for the increase shouldn’t be pinned to one specific reason but rather many different factors that must be addressed." oregonlive.com/reckon/2023/0…

Suicide prevention requires more resources than the U.S. provides. Experts say that must change

Approximately 48,183 people died by suicide in 2021, CDC data shows, reflecting a trend of rates increasing over the past two years.

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Oregon ‘warmline’ provides record mental health support, but cuts loom thelundreport.org/content/or…

Oregon ‘warmline’ provides record mental health support, but cuts loom

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NAMI Southern Oregon's President peaks with NAMI Oregon's Executive Director on the newest installment of the Mental Health Matters podcast. Listen to their conversation about NAMI's work in the community below. ijpr.org/show/the-jefferson-…
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Did you know 47.2% of US adults with mental illness received treatment in 2021? Swipe to see how treatment rates vary by demographic. #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek
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It's #MentalIlnessAwarenessWeek. Did you know 1 in 5 US adults experience mental illness each year? Swipe to see the prevalence of different types of mental health conditions in the US.
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A new study shows how parents can take the lead in modeling healthy communication around mental health cnn.com/2023/09/21/health/im…

Conversation: The quickest way to improve your family’s mental health | CNN

Learning how to talk about your mental health with your child is a way to improve your family’s well-being, says a report coauthored by Harvard psychologist Richard Weissbourd.

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A look into how the history of institutionalization impacts patients seeking mental health services today. oregonlive.com/health/2023/0…

Oregon tried to deinstitutionalize mental health care. Its failure echoes today

Amid a decadeslong push to move psychiatric patients out of asylums, Oregon has failed to fund more humane alternatives.

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Multnomah County Commissioner @SMeieran and the Ford Family Foundation will receive the 2023 Gordon & Sharon Smith New Freedom Award. This award honors community members and orgs who publicly advocate for greater awareness and improved access to quality behavioral health services
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When we have conversations about suicide for #SuicidePreventionMonth, it's essential to look at the data around who is most at risk. Swipe for the facts on suicide in the U.S. For more info, visit nami.org/suicidepreventionmo…
Infographic reads: Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for people ages 10-14 and the 12th leading cause of death overall in the US

ALT Infographic reads: Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for people ages 10-14 and the 12th leading cause of death overall in the US

Infographic reads: Lesbian, gay and bisexual youth are 4 times more likely to attempt suicide than straight youth.

ALT Infographic reads: Lesbian, gay and bisexual youth are 4 times more likely to attempt suicide than straight youth.

Infographic reads: Transgender adults are nearly 9 times more likely to attempt suicide at some point in their life compared to the general population.

ALT Infographic reads: Transgender adults are nearly 9 times more likely to attempt suicide at some point in their life compared to the general population.
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This #SuicidePreventionMonth, we want to remind you that you are not alone. Help is just a three-digit call away. 988 connects you to 24/7 crisis support. You can also use the crisis text line by texting NAMI to 741741 or use online chat by visiting 988lifeline.org.
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NAMI Multnomah@NAMIMultnomah
11 Sep 2023
Are you a family member, friend, or caregiver of a Veteran or Military Service Member? We're here to support you! Join our next meeting on September 14th from 6-7:30 PM via Zoom. Register at tinyurl.com/NAMIVFSG
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“The introduction of 988 videophone services is a reflection of our collective pursuit of a society where no one feels isolated in times of crisis.” ow.ly/JqO450PKi87

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline adopts ASL services for deaf and hard of hearing

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline launched a new service to offer American Sign Language video calls for the deaf and hard of hearing.

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Join NAMI Washington County's virtual support group here: us02web.zoom.us/j/8505962529… #mentalhealth #anxiety #supportgroups #TomorrowNeedsYou
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Join NAMI Washington County's virtual support group here: us02web.zoom.us/j/8688366966… #mentalhealth #anxiety #supportgroups #TomorrowNeedsYou
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