NAMI Johnson County IA

11/28/2025

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, R Place will be closed November 21, 27, and 28. We’re thankful for each of you and the support we share as a community. 🧡🍁

11/26/2025

No single organization can fight hunger and homelessness alone, and nothing we do happens without the strength and determination of our community partners.

This National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week, we are so very grateful to our partners who are working with and alongside us, lifting up our most vulnerable neighbors one meal, one shelter night, and, eventually, one permanent home at a time.

11/26/2025

With the weather getting increasingly colder, Shelter House - Iowa City is opening their winter shelter on Monday, November 17th. If you need someone to stay warm, safe, and get some sleep -- visit the shelter!

The temporary shelter is next to the GuideLink Center in south Iowa City, near the primary Shelter House location. Open from 5pm-7am.

11/25/2025

11/25/2025

Breaking the Silence on Mood Disorders

Mood disorders impact far more people than we often realize. According to a NAMI/HARRIS poll, 91% of U.S. adults agree that mental health challenges can affect anyone — and nearly half of us have felt at least one symptom of a mood disorder in just the last two weeks.

Yet stigma still holds people back: 1 in 4 adults say there was a time they wanted mental health treatment but didn’t receive it, and for those diagnosed with a mood disorder, that number rises to 58%.

Stigma doesn’t just silence people — it blocks healing.

For people diagnosed with a mood disorder, 87% say that the stigma they encounter is a major barrier to accessing treatment.

But 90% say guidance and support from peers with lived experience are especially valuable for managing symptoms.

And here’s the powerful part: sharing truly helps.
3 out of 4 people who opened up about their own mental health experiences said others were supportive and interested.
We can all play a role in reducing stigma.
Talk openly. Use respectful, person-first language. Be compassionate toward experiences you may not fully understand and supportive to other people’s journey to recovery.

💙

11/24/2025

11/24/2025

Today at the NAMI Iowa Mental Health Conference, we took a moment and asked attendees to share what they were thankful for, and the responses were as diverse and heartfelt as the individuals who shared them.

Some expressed gratitude for family, others for their jobs, while some highlighted the joy of their sons, granddaughters, and even the opportunity to attend the conference itself.

It was a powerful reminder of the many things, big and small, that contribute to our well-being and resilience. Whether it was the support of loved ones or the chance to be part of a meaningful event like this, gratitude has a way of grounding us and providing perspective.

Thank you to everyone who attended. We hope you left with something valuable—whether it was a new insight, a sense of connection, or simply a moment of reflection. Let’s carry that gratitude forward and continue supporting one another in this journey toward better mental health.

11/24/2025

NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine
Available Monday Through Friday, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM CT

You Are Not Alone. We are here to help.

The NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine is a free, confidential service providing caregiver-led support, tools and strategies, trusted guidance, and connection at every stage of the caregiving journey.

Whenever caregiving for a loved one with mental illness feels overwhelming, a simple call, text, email, or letter to the NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine will connect you to a community of support grounded in lived experience.

Connect with a trained Family Caregiver HelpLine Specialist today.

Call
1-800-950-NAMI (6264) Press “4” to connect with a skilled Family Caregiver HelpLine Specialist

Text
Text Family to 62640

Email
Send a message to helpline@nami.org.

11/22/2025

Today we honor International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day—a day that holds space for the millions of people who carry the weight of losing someone to su***de.

Studies show that for every life lost, an entire network of loved ones—family, friends, and up to 135 individuals—is impacted. With more than 720,000 deaths by su***de each year, the ripple effect of grief is vast and often silent.

If you are someone living with this kind of loss, please know:
You are not alone. Your grief is valid. Your story matters.
And there is a community ready to hold space for you, today and every day.

Sending compassion to every survivor of su***de loss.
If you or someone you know is struggling, reaching out for support is a brave and important step. You deserve care.

11/22/2025

Today is International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day, also known as 💙

For survivors of su***de loss, there is a unique and powerful comfort that may be gained by being in the presence of others who have experienced this complex type of loss. 🫂✨

Today, in-person events are taking place around the world, bringing su***de loss survivors together to gain understanding and support each other’s healing journeys. Some people attend every year as a way of honoring their loved one, checking in with themselves, and healthily recognizing the way their feelings evolve over time.

Join us today at 7pm EST for Live or find an event near you at afsp.org/survivorday

11/22/2025

Learning to navigate depression and other mental health conditions takes a village of support and care. In this episode, Carnie Wilson, founding member of Wilson Philips, joins NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. to discuss her mental health journey. Growing up, Carnie experienced depression and anxiety and sought to numb her pain. Today, she is an advocate for mental health and reducing the stigma surrounding effects of tardive dyskinesia (TD). Listeners will hear from Carnie about how she advocates for mental health, her experiences with mental health, and more.

You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

11/21/2025

Today’s the day!

NAMI Iowa is looking forward to seeing you all.