NAMI Miami

NAMI Miami NAMI Miami Dade-County is a Peer & Family led Mental Health Nonprofit. All of our Programs are FREE.

NAMI Miami offers free mental health support, education, and advocacy to those affected by mental health conditions, and their family, friends, and caregivers.

💙✨ Celebrating the heart of our missionJoin NAMI Miami-Dade for the 2026 Volunteer Appreciation Awards, an inspiring eve...
03/29/2026

💙✨ Celebrating the heart of our mission

Join NAMI Miami-Dade for the 2026 Volunteer Appreciation Awards, an inspiring evening dedicated to honoring the incredible individuals who make our work possible. From our dedicated volunteers to our committed Board members, this event recognizes the passion, time, and impact that continue to strengthen mental health support in our community.

We’ll also take time to recognize departing Board Directors for their service and announce this year’s Volunteer of the Year award recipients.

📅 Tuesday, April 7th
⏰ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
📍 3150 SW 38th Ave., Suite 500, Miami, FL 33146
👉 RSVP at Bit.ly/NAMIVolunteerAwards

We hope you can join us for this special evening of recognition and celebration. ✨💙

💚✨ Welcoming our new Board ChairNAMI Miami-Dade is excited to announce Major Patrick Calvo as our new Board Chair, a ded...
03/28/2026

💚✨ Welcoming our new Board Chair

NAMI Miami-Dade is excited to announce Major Patrick Calvo as our new Board Chair, a dedicated leader with a strong commitment to service. Major Calvo brings a thoughtful and mission-driven approach to advancing mental health awareness in our community.

As Board Chair, he will help guide the organization’s continued growth, strengthening our efforts to expand access to support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families across Miami-Dade.

We’re excited for this next chapter and the impact we’ll continue to make together under his leadership.

Please join us in welcoming Major Calvo to this role! ✨💚

💙✨ Ready to take the next step in your mental health journey? Join NAMI Miami-Dade for Peer-to-Peer — a free course for ...
03/27/2026

💙✨ Ready to take the next step in your mental health journey? Join NAMI Miami-Dade for Peer-to-Peer — a free course for adults living with mental health conditions.

Led by trained facilitators with lived experience, Peer-to-Peer offers a safe, judgment-free space to explore your recovery, build skills, and connect with others who understand. You’ll gain tools for self-awareness, stress management, communication, and more — all while fostering hope, connection, and community.

This special and shortened format brings the full course into two in-person sessions:
📅 May 2nd & May 9th
⏰ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
📍 Coral Gables (near Douglas Road Station | full address provided upon registration)
📬 RSVP now to save your spot!

Course materials will be provided in person, lunch will be included, and parking is available in the building for your convenience.

Spots are limited — the first 20 registrants will be automatically accepted, with additional sign-ups placed on a waitlist.

👉 Register at Bit.ly/NAMIMiamiP2P

Come as you are — grow at your own pace. ✨💙

💚✨💬 You’re invited to our March Ask the Expert speaker meeting!Join us this evening, March 26th, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm fo...
03/26/2026

💚✨💬 You’re invited to our March Ask the Expert speaker meeting!

Join us this evening, March 26th, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm for an informative conversation on ABLE United 101. Tonight, we’re joined by John Finch, Director of Florida’s ABLE Program, ABLE United, who will share his expertise on helping individuals with disabilities save for the future while maintaining benefits like SSI and Medicaid.

Together, we’ll cover the essentials of ABLE accounts, including eligibility, benefits, and how to get started — plus how ABLE United works alongside other programs to provide financial security and independence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This event is free and open to all, especially welcoming to caregivers, educators, and anyone interested in learning practical tools to support individuals with disabilities and their families.

📅 Date: Tonight, Thursday, March 26th
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 pm
👉 Register now: Bit.ly/AskTheExpertMarch2026

We look forward to learning and connecting with you! 💬✨💚

💙✨ Tonight! Join us for our next QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Su***de Awareness Training this evening, Wednesday, Mar...
03/25/2026

💙✨ Tonight! Join us for our next QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Su***de Awareness Training this evening, Wednesday, March 25th, at 7:00 pm on ZOOM! Register NOW by scanning the QR code on the flyer or heading to Bit.ly/NAMIQPR0325.

📅 Date: Tonight, March 25th
⏰ Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
👉 Register Now: Bit.ly/NAMIQPR0325

Don’t miss out! We look forward to seeing you there! ✨💙

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💚✨ Welcoming our newest Board Members!At this year’s Annual Meeting, we were proud to welcome three incredible leaders t...
03/24/2026

💚✨ Welcoming our newest Board Members!

At this year’s Annual Meeting, we were proud to welcome three incredible leaders to the NAMI Miami-Dade Board of Directors. Each brings a unique perspective and a shared commitment to advancing mental health awareness, education, and support in our community.

Please join us in welcoming:
🌟 Tracy Denis
🌟 Dr. Vanessa L. Padilla
🌟 Emigdio Rojas

We’re so excited to have them on board and look forward to the impact we’ll make together. Welcome to the NAMI Miami-Dade family! ✨💚

💙✨ Educators and school staff—this one’s for you!Missed our recent Ending the Silence for Staff session or want a refres...
03/23/2026

💙✨ Educators and school staff—this one’s for you!

Missed our recent Ending the Silence for Staff session or want a refresher? We’re hosting another opportunity TODAY to join the conversation.

Join NAMI Miami-Dade for Ending the Silence for Staff, a 1-hour presentation designed to give school staff, educators, and administrators the knowledge and tools to support students’ mental health. You’ll learn about the warning signs of mental health conditions in youth, both at school and at home, and the critical role stigma plays in seeking help.

We’ll also cover how to start conversations with students who may be struggling, how to partner effectively with families, and how to share local resources to support staff, students, and families alike. This session is all about giving you the confidence and practical skills to make a real difference in your school community.

📅 Date: Thursday, March 26th, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM ET
📬 Register here: Bit.ly/ETSForStaff

Empower yourself with knowledge, connection, and tools—because every conversation matters. Register now! ✨💙

💚✨ A heartfelt thank you to the pheNAMInal sponsors supporting the 2026 Walk for Mental Health Awareness!This year, the ...
03/23/2026

💚✨ A heartfelt thank you to the pheNAMInal sponsors supporting the 2026 Walk for Mental Health Awareness!

This year, the community will gather at the ballpark on Saturday, May 16th, to raise awareness and support for mental health across Miami-Dade. Together, we can make meaningful strides toward expanding access to education, support, and resources for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions.

Thank you to:
✨ First Bank, Silver Sponsor
✨ Key Biscayne Community Foundation, Silver Sponsor
✨ Baptish Health, Silver Sponsor

Miami, YOU are invited to be part of this important cause. Register today at NAMIWalks.org/Miami and walk toward a brighter, healthier future for all. ✨💚

💙✨💬 You’re invited to our March Ask the Expert speaker meeting!Join us on Thursday, March 25th, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm for...
03/21/2026

💙✨💬 You’re invited to our March Ask the Expert speaker meeting!

Join us on Thursday, March 25th, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm for an informative conversation on ABLE United 101. This month, we’re joined by John Finch, Director of Florida’s ABLE Program, ABLE United, who will share his expertise on helping individuals with disabilities save for the future while maintaining benefits like SSI and Medicaid.

Together, we’ll cover the essentials of ABLE accounts, including eligibility, benefits, and how to get started — plus how ABLE United works alongside other programs to provide financial security and independence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This event is free and open to all, especially welcoming to caregivers, educators, and anyone interested in learning practical tools to support individuals with disabilities and their families.

📅 Date: Thursday, March 25th
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 pm
👉 Register now: Bit.ly/AskTheExpertMarch2026

We look forward to learning and connecting with you! 💬✨💙

💚✨ The 2026 NAMI Miami-Dade Walk for Mental Health Awareness Kickoff was a huge success!Thank you to everyone who came o...
03/20/2026

💚✨ The 2026 NAMI Miami-Dade Walk for Mental Health Awareness Kickoff was a huge success!

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the start of Walk season with us — from our amazing supporters, team captains, and volunteers to our incredible sponsors and partners who helped make the evening possible. Your energy, generosity, and commitment to mental health advocacy set the tone for an unforgettable Walk season!

From good food and music to connecting with fellow Walk participants and raising awareness for mental health, the kickoff reminded us why we walk together: to support, uplift, and create meaningful impact in our community.

The 2026 NAMI Walk is coming up on Saturday, May 16th, at 8:00 am at LoanDepot Park! Registration is FREE, and it’s not too late to join a team or create your own. Every step matters.

👉 Sign up now: NAMIWalks.org/Miami ✨💚

💙✨ Celebrating the impact of our departing board membersAt this year’s Annual Meeting, we recognized and celebrated the ...
03/19/2026

💙✨ Celebrating the impact of our departing board members

At this year’s Annual Meeting, we recognized and celebrated the incredible contributions of three departing board members whose leadership has helped shape NAMI Miami-Dade’s impact in our community. With gratitude, we thank them for their time, dedication, and commitment to mental health advocacy.

Please join us in thanking:
🌟 Dr. Dante Durand
🌟 Yuri Cordero
🌟 Hector Hernandez

Their passion and service have strengthened our mission and expanded the reach of mental health support across Miami-Dade.

Thank you for your leadership, your advocacy, and your support! You will always be part of the NAMI Miami-Dade family. ✨💙

💚✨ In conversation on mental health and resilienceOn March 13th, NAMI Miami-Dade’s President & CEO, Susan Holtzman, was ...
03/19/2026

💚✨ In conversation on mental health and resilience

On March 13th, NAMI Miami-Dade’s President & CEO, Susan Holtzman, was honored to serve as a keynote speaker at Florida International University’s Biscayne Bay Campus for the Wertheim Community Healthcare Conference: Promoting Mental Health & Resiliency.

During her remarks, she shared her personal story and insights on the importance of community-based mental health support and the work of NAMI Miami-Dade, highlighting the collective role we all play in building a more informed, compassionate, and resilient community.

Thank you to FIU and the Wertheim College of Medicine for the opportunity to be part of this important conversation. ✨💚

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