NAMI Wood County

02/20/2026

Join us for our Family and Caregiver Support Group, where caregivers and families of individuals living with mental illness can come together to share experiences, find support, and gain valuable resources. This is a safe and understanding space for those supporting loved ones facing mental health challenges. Whether you're new to caregiving or have been navigating it for years, you're not alone, and we welcome you to be part of this empowering group.
🗓️ Date: Thursday, February 26th
⏰ Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
📍 Location: Perrysburg Counseling Services

Learn more: https://namiwoodcounty.org/family-support-group-0/

02/13/2026

We are so grateful to be partnering with the Wood County Jail to bring NAMI Peer-to-Peer as part of the IGNITE program. This class provides individuals living with a mental illness a chance to share their stories, learn new coping strategies, learn how to advocate for themselves, and much more. It was wonderful to hear the participants’ kind words about how this program has impacted them for the better.

02/12/2026

Children’s Mental Health Week runs February 9–15, 2026 and focuses on helping young people feel a sense of belonging in their friendships, schools and communities. Kindness is one simple way to support mental wellbeing, and the week is a great opportunity to explore activities that build connection and care for ourselves and others. Consider celebrating by finding ideas and resources to honor the week at https://schoolofkindness.org/childrens-mental-health-week-2026

02/11/2026

Registration for NAMI Basics is open! This is a FREE educational course for parents and caregivers of children and adolescents living with a mental health condition. Taught by trained parents/caregivers of individuals living with a mental health condition, this class incorporates presentations, discussions and exercises to help support you.

🗓️ Date: February 18th, February 25th, March 4th & March 11th
⏰ Time: 5:30 - 8:00pm
📍 Location: Children’s Resource Center

Registration: https://namiwoodcounty.org/nami-basics/

02/10/2026

Cookies & Canvas is coming!
Join NAMI Wood County for a cozy, creative evening of painting, sweet treats, and community connection. Whether you’re brand new to painting or just looking for a fun night out, this event is for you.

🗓️ Tuesday, February 17
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 NAMI Wood County Office

Come create, relax, and support mental health programs in Wood County. Register today at namiwoodcounty.org/cookies-and-canvas

02/10/2026

The Cable-Lite: February 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/namiwoodcounty/the-cable-lite-october-11042709

02/09/2026

The On Campus NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a peer-led support group designed for young adults living with mental illness. It provides respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope in an environment where you can share your experiences, learn from others, and find strength in the collective journey. If you're living with a mental health condition and seeking connection, this group is here for you to provide the support and guidance you need.
🗓️ Date: Thursday, February 19th
⏰ Time: 4:00-5:30 pm
📍 Location: Bowen Thompson Student Union at BGSU
Learn more: https://namiwoodcounty.org/nami-connection-recovery-support-group/

02/08/2026

It’s time for Chip-In Day! Join us for this special volunteer event where community members come together to support NAMI Wood County by helping with important office tasks such as data entry, folding, filing, scrapbooking, and more. Your time and efforts will directly impact our programs, and every task completed helps further our mission of supporting individuals and families affected by mental illness.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, February 10th
⏰ Time: 11:00 - 3:00 pm
📍 Location: NAMI Wood County Office
Sign up to volunteer: https://namiwoodcounty.org/volunteer-with-nami-wood-county/

02/07/2026

Statement from Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., CEO, National Alliance on Mental Illness

“Words matter. How racism is discussed, understood, or dismissed in public life has real consequences for individuals, families, and communities.

To be clear, racism is a direct threat to mental health, and NAMI strongly denounces racism in all its forms.

We applaud and stand with the American Psychological Association and the American Psychiatric Association for continuing to underscore the mental health consequences of racism, bias, and discrimination, and for reinforcing the importance of addressing these harms as part of our broader mental health efforts.”

Learn more about NAMI’s position on racism and mental health: https://bit.ly/4rH3fNg

02/07/2026

Join us for our Family and Caregiver Support Group, where caregivers and families of individuals living with mental illness can come together to share experiences, find support, and gain valuable resources. This is a safe and understanding space for those supporting loved ones facing mental health challenges. Whether you're new to caregiving or have been navigating it for years, you're not alone, and we welcome you to be part of this empowering group.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, February 17th
⏰ Time: 3:00 - 4:30 pm
📍 Location: NAMI Wood County office OR on Zoom

02/07/2026