NAMI Wood County

11/08/2025

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, November 20th
⏰ Time: 4:00-5:30 pm
📍 Location: Bowen Thompson Student Union at BGSU
Learn more: https://namiwoodcounty.org/nami-connection-recovery-support-group/

11/07/2025

Wood County Veterans Service Office has many great programs coming up for those looking to get involved and build connection in our community. Join the Wood County Veterans Service Office and ODNR for an afternoon of fishing at the Adams-Phillips Pond on Thursday, November 20 from 2:00 - 4:30pm. Click here to register: https://www.woodcountyvets.com/Activities/Activity/Detail/Veteran-Fishing-681

If you or a veteran you care about are navigating tough mental health challenges, know that help is within reach. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers support for friends and family of veterans. Explore resources at https://www.va.gov/REACH/family-friends/
and share the 24/7 crisis line from the Veterans Crisis Line at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/find-resources/spread-the-word/.

11/06/2025

Join us for our Family/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, November 18th
⏰ Time: 3:00 - 4:30 pm
📍 Location: NAMI Wood County Office
Learn more and register at: https://namiwoodcounty.org/family-support-group-0/

11/05/2025

For , take a moment to acknowledge how you feel, and learn (or be reminded of) some tools that can help you manage stressful factors in your life.

11/05/2025

If you are a Wood County veteran, dependent or spouse, check out this amazing opportunity through the Wood County Veterans Service Office!

11/05/2025

Instead of painting, we will be learning how to crochet! Join our reimagined Cookies and Crochet as we learn the basics of crochet while enjoying delicious, tasty treats. Your crochet project is perfect for a thoughtful gift or personal enjoyment. Beginners are welcome! Cost for the event is $35 which includes yarn, a crochet hook, pony beads, and baked goods.

Proceeds from the event will go towards the free mental health support and educational programming our organization provides to the Wood County community.

To register, visit https://namiwoodcounty.org/cookies-and-canvas/

11/04/2025

Join the Wood County Addiction Task Force for Rethink the Drink: Alcohol Misuse Awareness Sessions for Clinicians and Community Members!

Registration is not required, but highly encouraged to save your seat! To register, visit wcadamh.org/rethinkthedrink

🎉⏳ The countdown is ON! We’re just THREE DAYS AWAY from our Rethink the Drink: Alcohol Misuse Awareness Sessions for Clinicians and Community Members!

Get ready for eye-opening conversations, powerful insights, and practical tools to help our community make informed choices. 💬

📅 Mark your calendars, invite a friend, and let’s rethink the drink - together!

Registration is not required, but highly encouraged to save your seat! To register, visit wcadamh.org/rethinkthedrink

11/04/2025

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, November 11th
⏰ Time: 11:00 am-3:00 pm
📍 Location: NAMI Wood County Office
Sign up to volunteer: https://namiwoodcounty.org/volunteer-with-nami-wood-county/.

11/03/2025

For people with mental illness, upcoming work report requirements risk creating barriers to Medicaid coverage. NAMI & Legal Action Center released recommendations for advocates and policymakers to protect people with mental health conditions from losing Medicaid coverage.

Learn more: nami.org/workrequirements

11/03/2025

NAMI Connection is a peer-led support group designed for 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: Wednesday, November 5th
⏰ Time: 12:00-1:30 pm
📍 Location: NAMI Wood County Office
Learn more: https://namiwoodcounty.org/nami-connection-recovery-support-group/

11/01/2025

If you or a veteran you care about are navigating tough mental health challenges, know that help is within reach. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers support for friends and family of veterans. Explore resources at https://www.va.gov/REACH/family-friends/
and share the 24/7 crisis line from the Veterans Crisis Line at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/find-resources/spread-the-word/.