NAMI Greater OKC

11/05/2025

There is something to telling your story to people who understand. It can be transformative. Visit one of our family support groups to experience it for yourself.

11/04/2025

METRO AREA POLICE LAUNCH BLUE ENVELOPE PRGRAM FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Oklahoma City metro-area law enforcement agencies have launched the Blue Envelope Program, a community initiative designed to make interactions between police and residents safer and calmer for people who experience communication challenges.

The program provides a simple but powerful tool: a blue envelope that people can hand to first responders. The envelope explains the person’s condition and affirms their intent to cooperate, helping officers understand how best to communicate with residents.

Drivers should put a copy of their driver’s license, registration and insurance in the envelope.

The program is beneficial for people who may:

Be deaf or hard of hearing.
Have difficulty speaking clearly.
Be learning English.
Live with autism, ADHD or other neurodevelopmental conditions.
Experience anxiety, PTSD or other mental health conditions.
Have dementia, cognitive or neurological impairments.
Experience involuntary movements, such as those associated with Tourette syndrome.
Be blind or have low vision.
Have medical-related speech difficulties.
The envelope also includes reminders for drivers, such as:

Stop in a safe location.
Stay in the car until told otherwise.
Keep your hands on the steering wheel.
Tell the officer you have a blue envelope and follow instructions.
The Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office and the police departments in Choctaw, Edmond, Midwest City, Moore, Norman, Oklahoma City and The Village are participating in the program.

“Being stopped by police can be stressful for anyone, but it can be especially overwhelming for people with autism or other neurodevelopmental conditions,” said Emily Scott, Executive Director of the Autism Foundation of Oklahoma. “The Blue Envelope Program helps bridge communication gaps by giving officers key information they need for safer, more supportive interactions.”

Blue Envelopes are available at any participating police precinct and the Oklahoma Autism Foundation.

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Media contact: Captain Valerie Littlejohn, (405) 297-1111

10/22/2025

Cozy Up with Fall Self-Care,

As we move deeper into fall, it’s a great time to reflect, recharge, and practice mindful self-care. Here are a few ways to stay grounded and connected this season:

🍂 Reflect and Reset: Write down three things you’re proud of accomplishing this year — big or small.

🍂 Step Outside: Take a walk and notice the changing colors around you. Mindful movement helps boost your mood.

🍂 Set Boundaries: Fall often brings busy schedules. Remember, it’s okay to say no to protect your peace.

🍂 Gratitude Check: At the end of each week, jot down one thing that brought you joy or comfort.

Self-care looks different for everyone — the goal isn’t perfection, it’s compassion.

10/22/2025

NAMI Greater Support groups are here when you need a listening ear, a helping hand, and / or information about serious mental illness and resources. What is serious mental illness? Any mental health condition that causes significant impairment in function. Difficulty in occupational, relationships, basic self care are examples. If you have a loved one who struggles then chances are you struggle to help them, that is why NAMI is here for you.

10/20/2025

Same schedule for October! No reservations necessary. Walk-ins welcome!

NAMI Greater Support groups are here when you need a listening ear, a helping hand, and / or information about serious mental illness and resources. What is serious mental illness? Any mental health condition that causes significant impairment in function. Difficulty in occupational, relationships, basic self care are examples. If you have a loved one who struggles then chances are you struggle to help them, that is why NAMI is here for you.