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NAMI Northern Virginia: Mental Health Support, Education

WebNAMI started as a small group of families gathered around a kitchen table in 1979 has blossomed into the nation's leading voice on mental health. Today, we are an …

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Individuals with Mental Illness

WebOne in 5 American adults experiences some form of mental illness in any given year. And across the population, 1 in every 20 adults is living with a serious mental health …

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Family Members and Caregivers

WebThe families and members of NAMI Northern Virginia are here to help! We offer understanding to anyone concerned about mental illnesses and the treatment of mental …

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About NAMI Northern Virginia

WebNAMI Northern Virginia – a local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness – was founded on September 1, 1977, as “Pathways to Independence” by people with ‘lived’ …

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Support & Programs

WebFor Families and Loved Ones. NAMI offers free peer-led family support, education programs and trainings for family members, significant others, and friends of people with mental …

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For Healthcare Professionals

WebHealthcare professionals experience unique stressors and trauma that can add up over time. You may be hesitant to seek support due to stigma — or you may fear that it could …

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Resources For Healthcare Professionals

WebResources For Healthcare Professionals. Healthcare is a stressful field. Find the support you need with NAMI. Healthcare professionals are highly trained and accustomed to solving …

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About Mental Illness

WebA mental illness is a medical condition that disrupts a person's thinking, feeling, mood, ability to relate to others and daily functioning. Just as diabetes is a disorder of the pancreas, …

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Moving the needle in NoVA’s Black Community – Coming in 2024

WebThanks to NAMI National, NAMI Northern Virginia will begin specific programs, outreach, and education to the Black and African Ancestry communities of Northern Virginia in …

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Kids, Teens and Young Adults

WebKids, Teens and Young Adults. One of NAMI’s main goals is to ensure that people get help early. Since mental health conditions typically begin during childhood, adolescence or …

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Finding Stable Housing

WebJoin our advocacy efforts! ECHO Ecumenical Community Helping Others: Springfield & Burke and parts of the following zipcodes: 22150, 22312 ECHO distributes donated …

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NAMIWalks Northern Virginia

WebSince 2008, NAMI Walks Northern Virginia has inspired the community, bringing together corporations, organizations, families, and individuals, providing a catalyst for profound …

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Mental Health 101

WebMenal Health 101 is a 45-, 60-, or 90-minute presentation designed to educate audiences on common mental illnesses, the impact of stigma, crisis de-escalation techniques, and …

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Guide for Family Members and Friends

WebGather Information: When your family member arrives at the Intake and Release Center of the ADC, you may be able to get some important information by calling (703) 246-2100. …

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