NAMI Whatcom

Come join NAMI Whatcom at the end of this month at Sweet as Waffles!

We are so thankful to be chosen for their Waffle Giveback Tuesday event.

On June 30th from 5-10pm, Sweet as Waffles will donate 15% of food and drink sales to NAMI Whatcom. This means you can help support free mental health resources AND get a tasty treat.

Can't wait to see you there!

[Image description: On a pink ombre background is a flyer for "Waffle Giveback Tuesday" There is a picture of folks in waffle costumes and a big check in the middle, some text under that reads, "Come buy waffles and drinks on June 30th from 5-10 pm as Sweet as Waffles will be donating 15% of proceeds that will directly help us run programs and offer free mental health resources to the community! " There are some websites, www.sweetaswaffles.com & www.namiwhatcom.org and logos for NAMI Whatcom and Sweet as Waffles as well.]

It can be hard to keep track of all our groups and events as NAMI Whatcom has groups and other workshops going on weekly!

Check out our standing groups below or visit www.namiwhatcom.org to learn more about other support groups, classes, and events.

Hope to see you all soon!

[Image description: On a cute grass and sky background are pink squares with our support group dates and times. At the top is our logo and says, "Support Group Schedule, Some of our group times have changed. Check out www.namiwhatcom.org for more information about our groups and other programs or email our Peer Program Coordinator at [email protected] ." At the bottom also says, "Register for online groups at: www.namiwhatcom.org/support ."]

NAMI Whatcom had a blast at Whatcom Youth Pride this last weekend.

We chatted with young folks and families in the community about mental health, free resources, and danced the day away.

Our next Pride event will be participating in the Pride in Bellingham parade on July 12th! So make sure to keep an eye out for the NAMI Whatcom members.

If you would like to walk in the parade with us, reach out to Brylie, our Peer Program Coordinator, at [email protected]

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NAMI Whatcom will be at the Bellingham Public Library on May 20th from 10:30-12:00!

Come stop by our table and learn about mental health resources in our community.

[Image description: On a pink, yellow, and red background with an image of book and flags at the top are the words, "SkillShare." Our logo is at the top and the Bellingham Public Library logo under the book image. It also says, "Join NAMI Whatcom at The Bellingham Public Library’s SkillShare space! (Central Branch)May 20th 10:30-12:00, Stop by for free mental health resources, learn about NAMI programs, volunteer opportunities and more! visit: www.namiwhatcom.org for more resources."]

The more we have open conversations about mental health, the more folks feel supported in their recovery.

This consider volunteering with us at NAMI Whatcom or getting involved in your communities to let others know they aren't alone.

Check at www.nami.org/mham for more info or www.namiwhatcom.org for local information on events, resources, and volunteering opportunities.

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The in person NAMI Family Support Group is back to meeting at the NAMI Whatcom office.

Join us every Monday from 12:30-2 pm if you are a family member or have someone you care about, with a mental health condition.

This group is a fantastic resource for family members, friends, partners and more.

For more information visit www.namiwhatcom.org or call our office at 360-671-4950\

[Image description: On a white, blue, and teal background says, "NAMI Family Support Group is back at the NAMI Whatcom office! 800 E Chestnut St. Suite 1C Every Monday (except for major holidays) from 12:30-2, for more information check out: www.namiwhatcom.org 360-671-4950." Our logo is in the bottom left corner and to the right is an image depicting three people talking.]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

This week our Peer Program Coordinator, Brylie, was out at Bellingham High School sharing her story about growing up with a mental health condition, talking about resources in the community, and reducing the stigma that surrounds mental health.

The more we can have open, honest, and empathetic conversations surrounding mental health, the more folks feel heard and know where to turn to for help.

For more resources visit www.namiwhatcom.org or
reach out to our office at 360-671-4950

You are not alone.

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While we aren't able to offer the Creativity for Coping series as regularly we are happy to announce an upcoming workshop in June!

Have you ever been curious about dance, movement, or flow? Join us on June 12th at 5:30 PM for a flow workshop and flow jam at the NAMI Whatcom Office.

Don't know what flow is or how to dance? Well this is the perfect opportunity to learn how movement can be a wonderful coping skill for mental health AND can even be a new favorite hobby.

This event is free and will have flow props provided to use but any monetary donations will go directly to continuing mental health resources, presentations, volunteers, events and so much more.

For more information reach out to our Peer Program Coordinator, Brylie, at [email protected].

See you there!

[Image description: On a groovy purple and pink background is a flyer for a Flow Workshop. It says, "Creativity for Coping: Flow Workshop with .flowmies" There are also details of date, time, location, what will be provided and that this is a free event but donations are welcome, "June 12th 5:30 PM Whatcom Office 800 E Chestnut St. SNACKS-FLOW PROPS-VIBES." There is a website link at the bottom that says visit: www.namiwhatcom.org , logos at the top, and a photo to the right of someone with a flow toy.]

Happy Earth Day!

Celebrate by taking a break and stepping outside.

Try one small thing today:
🌿 Go for a short walk
☀️ Sit in the sun
🌊 Listen to nature sounds
📱 Unplug for a bit
🫶🏻 Give back by picking up some trash

[Image description: On a light green background with art of the earth in some hands in the middle are the words that says, "Happy earth day April 22nd. Spending time in nature can reduce stress and improve our mental health. Protecting our planet helps protect our wellbeing. visit www.namiwhatcom.org " and our logo is at the top as well.]

"Your mind is a garden. Cultivate positivity, and let the flowers of joy bloom."

-Unknown

We hope you were able to enjoy the flowers and sunshine this weekend.

Check out www.namiwhatcom.org for upcoming events or groups or feel free to call our office with questions at 360-671-4950

[Image description: On a white and orange background is a circle of gardening items and plants around a quote that says, "Your mind is a garden. Cultivate positivity, and let the flowers of joy bloom. -Unknown." Our logo is in the bottom right corner as well.]