NAMI Portage County

04/03/2026

Calling All Artists

We’re inviting artists in our community to submit pieces for this year’s Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony.

Your work can explore the intersection of art and mental health or simply share the creativity that’s meaningful to you—there’s no pressure, just an opportunity to express and connect.

🗓 Submission deadline: April 19
📩 Submit your work by emailing Cassey Fye at cfye@namicleveland.org

Please share this with anyone who might be interested in participating.

04/03/2026

This we're highlighting Little Monster— a mental health coloring and activity book created to help young children express and explore their feelings. One page, one crayon, one conversation at a time.

Download your free copy of Little Monster (English and Spanish): nami.org/meetlittlemonster

04/01/2026

Some things are not a joke.

03/31/2026

03/30/2026

Today is World Bipolar Day 💚

Bipolar disorder is more than mood swings—it’s a real, complex condition affecting millions worldwide. About 1 in 200 people globally (around 37 million) live with bipolar disorder, and in the U.S., nearly 1 in 23 adults will experience it at some point in their lives. (World Health Organization)

Let’s break the stigma, listen without judgment, and show up for those navigating it every day. You’re not alone. 🤍

03/26/2026

Silence around mental health can cultivate stigma—even at work.

While many employees say it’s appropriate to talk about mental health in the workplace, stigma, fear, and uncertainty can still make those conversations difficult to start.

Creating space for open, respectful conversations can help build trust, reduce stigma, and support a healthier workplace culture for everyone.

Learn more about what employees are experiencing—and how workplaces can help—at nami.org/MentalHealthAtWork2026

03/18/2026

🌱 Getting ready for Grow Anyways this weekend.

The idea behind this event is simple: growth doesn’t have to be perfect. Sometimes it just means showing up and taking small steps forward.

We’re putting together a garden-themed, picnic-style creative hangout where people can slow down, make something with their hands, and spend time with others who understand the journey.

A little creativity, a little fresh air energy, and hopefully a fresh start for the week ahead.

We still have a few spots left if you’d like to join us. 🌱

🎟 Link to the tickets in the comments!

03/18/2026

Rural Minds Program Director Carol Anderson recently joined host Jesse Allen on American Ag Network to discuss the newly launched Farmer Mental Health Resilience Program.

Developed with the generous support of VM Agritech, the program was created by Rural Minds to provide farmers and ranchers, farm families, farm workers, and those who support them with practical, trusted mental health resources.

👉 Access the Farmer Mental Health Resilience Program: bit.ly/46F5Ajz
👉 Listen to the interview “Mental Health: Why It’s Important to Speak Up:” bit.ly/3MO8LyN

03/18/2026

Starting this Friday! NAMI Portage County will be offering a CONNECTIONS Support Group for peers (those living with a mental health condition) every 3rd Friday 6:30-8pm. It will be held at the office- 155 E. Main St., Kent. For questions about the support group, for more information on NAMI Portage County, or for resources, please reach out at 330-249-1832 or namipcoh@gmail.com