NAMI North Carolina

11/25/2025

Thanksgiving can be a beautiful day of celebrating good food and good memories with family and friends. It can also be a time of heightened stress and anxiety, loneliness, and depression. No matter what your circumstances this Thanksgiving, it's crucial to take care of your mental health.

Find some great tips for protecting your mental health this Thanksgiving: https://www.healthyfoundationsgroup.com/post/navigating-the-holidays-how-to-protect-your-mental-health-this-thanksgiving

11/24/2025

This , we recognize how challenging it can be learning how to care for a loved one with a mental illness. NAMI Family-to-Family is here to help.

During this free, 8-session course, caregivers can learn how to help their loved one build coping skills, navigate the mental healthcare landscape, and prioritize their own wellness. Led by trained facilitators with lived experience, NAMI Family-to-Family offers support and solidarity with others facing the same challenges.

Learn more and find a NAMI Family-to-Family course near you: https://naminc.org/support-and-education/mental-health-education/nami-family-to-family/

11/21/2025

Feeling anxious today?

For many people, the upcoming holidays are times of increased stress, anxiety and depression. But we all can find ways to alleviate those feelings and symptoms. Find a healthy outlet that works for you. Some suggestions include:
🍁 Talking to a trusted friend
🍁 Practicing deep breathing exercises
🍁 Taking a walk (if it's not too cold)
🍁 Gratitude or mindfulness journaling

What are some of your favorite ways to alleviate anxiety?

11/21/2025

Bipolar disorder does not have to mean an ending. Sometimes it's the beginning of finding a new purpose.
"Get help that enables you to live an even better life. As you improve, you’re going to find things are more satisfying. If you find your passion or something you want to dedicate your life to, you will experience joy in your life."

John Kline is a fellow volunteer through the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Connection Support Group program. We’ve been facilitating a local NAMI

11/21/2025

Come join us for a celebration of life and legacy! 💚

We invite you to celebrate the incredible impact of Eileen and David Silber, two of NAMI NC's founders and lifelong supporters. Join us for an open house reception with light refreshments and fond remembrances.
📅 Tues., Dec. 9
⏲️ Stop in between 2pm - 6pm
🗺️ NAMI NC Offices - 309 W. Millbrook Road, Raleigh
RSVP is encouraged - you can register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftoUSl3Cj87U4MipW4MQyyal7elhg6PqPM_jqK8a6_vrb02A/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=116516675867037756818

11/19/2025

Don't forget - Join us TOMORROW for an upcoming NAMI at Noon webinar especially for parents and caregivers: Thurs., Nov. 20 at 12pm!

This conversation will explore the lived experiences of adults in the sandwich generation - those simultaneously caring for aging parents while supporting adult children or grandchildren. Many individuals in their 40s to 60s find themselves "sandwiched" between these dual caregiving roles while also managing careers, relationships, and their own health and aging.

The goal of this session is to shed light on the emotional, mental, and physical challenges of being in this stage of life, while highlighting the resilience, love, and adaptability that often emerge from it.

📅 Thurs., Nov. 20
⏲️ 12pm
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2niHLsj_QuiLmKrP7v-MNA

11/18/2025

Need to reach out to our Helpline, but don't have time to talk on the phone?

Our online chat feature is a super convenient way to find resources, learn about nearby NAMI programs, or just have someone listen. Staffed by our incredible Helpline team, you'll reach a real person with real solutions.

Visit our website to get started: naminc.org.

11/17/2025

November is . This month, we honor the quiet strength and compassion of those caring for a loved one with mental illness. We see your unsung sacrifices, and want you to know you are not alone.

NAMI NC understands the demands and expectations placed on family caregivers, and we're here to support you. Our affiliates offer Family Support Groups across the state to give caregivers a safe place to ask for guidance, share their struggles, and find solidarity. Visit our website to find a Family Support Group nearest you.
https://naminc.org/support-and-education/support-groups/nami-family-support-group/

11/17/2025

NAMI on Campus can help students learn how to manage their mental health on campus. They also provide stress relief activities, learning opportunities, and support groups. Find out more about NAMI on Campus: https://naminc.org/get-involved/nami-on-campus/. Huge shoutout to for their help with our video❤️

11/14/2025

Our annual Impact Report is live, and it tells a story - a story of a team passionate about reaching as many North Carolinians as possible with better mental health. Read more about how we're expanding our reach and creating connections to make better access to mental health programs and support a reality.

Scan the code or find the full report here: https://publuu.com/flip-book/1003411/2214460

11/14/2025

Our online Public Resource Directory lets you find the local resources you need, when you need them. Visit our website to start your search. https://naminc.org/resources/

11/13/2025

When beginning a wellness journey, it's important to start small. Take one step at a time.

Use this wellness challenge over the weekend to encourage small steps towards mindfulness and mental wellness. What other steps would you add to this challenge?