NAMI Marion County E-Newsletter
V olume 2 Issue 2 ------- February 2019
NAMI Marion County, P.O. Box 5753, Ocala, Florida 34478-5753
(352) 368-2405 www.namiocala.org

NAMI Marion County was pleased to participate in the World's Greatest Baby Shower that had over 300 participants, including 121 mothers, 190 children, family, friends and even husbands!
Pizza! The Connection Recovery Group periodically has a pizza party prior to the support group meeting . Breaking bread together strengthens bonds. There were lots of smiles at our February party
W e were invited to The Centers Annual Meeting. We were blown away by how well they are doing this year and their new initiatives.
There are so many things happening.
Check out all our new initiatives.
NAMI MARION COUNTY APPRECIATES THE SUPPORT OF:
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“I am still me, no matter my mental health."
Monthly Lunch & Learn Workshops!
The first monthly Lunch & Learn Workshop was held on January 31. Attendees learned all about Florida Wraparound 101 as presented by LSF (Lutheran Services of Florida). Please join us on February 21st as we discuss Bridges of Hope.
Adult Mental Health First Aid Class - Free!

We are so excited to be able to partner with Meridian Behavioral Health Services to offer this very important program. This 8-hour class will help people learn how to help a person who may be experiencing a mental health-related crisis or problem. 
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Help us continue providing these great free programs....
Donate to NAMI Marion County!
Donate in memory of or as a tribute to someone dear to you. * A brick embossed with the wording of your choice and placed at The Centers. * A Granite Recognition slab can include a logo or artwork making this a special way to show your support. * Memorial benches are available with a brass plaque for your special engraving requests. Click here for more details!

The one sure donation that can help NAMI Marion County reach its goals is a financial donation - and it's tax deductible too!

Click on the button to donate here!
How Happy Are You?
Free Happiness Assessments Free!

Thanks to the United Way of Marion County we have been funded to provide mental health screenings in the outlying areas of Marion County where it is difficult to access mental health services. In partnership with Meridian Behavioral Health Services , we can also provide immediate counseling for people who need additional assistance.

If your church or community organization would like to host these "Happiness Assessments," please contact Gerry Brent.
Family-to-Family Program
now scheduled.
NAMI Family-to-Family  is a free, education program for  family of adults living with mental illness. In this 12-week program ,  the term  family  is viewed from a broad perspective to include parents, siblings, spouses, adult sons and daughters, partners and significant others. Learn why situations occur and how you can help with recovery.

Registration is free.
An easy way to donate!
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Choose NAMI Marion County as your designated charity and donate every time you buy from Amazon!
Valentine's Day is coming! Show the people you love how much you care. Buy them a gift and donate to NAMI at the same time!
NAMI FaithNet - Calling all churches & faith-based organizations
NAMI FaithNet strives to encourage welcoming, caring congregations as well as to promote the vital role of spirituality in the recovery journeys of many who live with mental health conditions, those for whom faith is a key component.

In February, we are presenting the Bridges of Hope. The purpose of Bridges of Hope is to educate faith communities about mental illness so that they can create stronger safety nets and welcoming communities of faith for people affected by mental illness.

If you would like to schedule a presentation, please contact Gerry Brent, executivedirector@namiocala.org or (352) 368-2405.

We will be presenting this program at the following locations this month:

February 9, 2019 Mental Health & Faith Conference 2019, St. Leo's University, 1930 SW 38th Avenue, Ocala FL 34474 This is a full-day conference with multiple speakers. For more information, https://www.mentalhealthisministry.com/about

February 21, 2019 Mental Wellness Coalition/NAMI Marion County monthly Lunch & Learn also at St. Leo's University (see flyer above).

February 24, 2019 United Church of Christ at the Villages, 12512 CR 101, Oxford, FL 34483 (see flyer above).
NAMI Homefront is a free, online six-session class for NAMI members who are family, friends and significant others of Military Service Members and Veterans.

USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO REGISTER*
  *All participants are screened to ensure this class is appropriate for their needs.
JOIN NAMI!
Membership fees are $40 individual, $60 household, or open door membership is $5. Visit our website to keep up-to-date on NAMi services and activities, and to join, update or renew your membership at www.namiocala.org 
Volunteers needed and appreciated

Mental health issues are a serious problem in our community and the world. Be part of the solution. Please consider volunteering with NAMI Marion County. You will receive the intrinsic value of knowing you're helping your community while also receiving a very attractive t-shirt!

Visit our website at http://namiocala.org/volunteer/