NAMIWALKS NORTHWEST 2021 - THANK YOU! |
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NAMIWALKS Northwest Was a Success
THANK YOU!!!
Wow, what a wonderful event we had this year! We had community members submit pictures of why they are participating, donations, a great giveaway, fun videos from NAMI Oregon, and exceeded our Central Oregon goal!
The NAMI Central Oregon Team has raised $3,250! Overall, NAMIWalks Northwest has raised $197,042 and so close to the goal of $200k.
Donations are accepted for the NAMI-CO team until July 16, 2021. If you wanted to donate and did not have the chance yet, there is still time! CLICK HERE to donate now. These funds are crucial in helping NAMI continue supporting our community with free education, advocacy, and support.
We could not have had a successful event without the care and support from our community. We are so grateful for all of you - THANK YOU!
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Congratulations to our basket winner, Jared!! |
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Deschutes County Stabilization Center
Help us wish the Deschutes Count Stabilization Center HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, as they celebrated being open for one year on June 1, 2021!
Since day one, the staff have worked diligently to serve individuals in our community, and their families, who are experiencing crisis.
The numbers speak for themselves, here are some YTD statistics
(June 1, 2020-May 31, 2021):
- 1,609 Crisis Walk-Ins (963 Unduplicated - 1454 Adults; 155 Children)
- 19% Law Enforcement Agency Drop Offs (Average of 4.7 minutes total time for drop off)
- 20% of individuals seen utilized respite
- 25 clients stated they would have ended their life if they were not able to come to the Deschutes County Stabilization Center. 534 clients stated they did not know what they would have done.
To learn more about the Deschutes County Stabilization Center, CLICK HERE.
Thank you, DCSC for all that you do to support our community! We are glad you are an available resource and look forward to seeing your future success.
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Police and Mental Health Crisis in Deschutes County - June 3, 2021 6:30pm PST |
Deschutes Library is hosting a free, live webinar discussion about Police and Mental Health Crisis in Deschutes County. Panelists include:
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Deputy Kevin Riding - Deschutes County Sherriff's Office
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Captain Devin Lewis - Redmond Police Department
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Sergeant Liz Lawrence - Bend Police Department CRT Team
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Holly Harris - Manager of Deschutes County Crisis Team
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Stephanie Sahleen - Affiliate Director of NAMI Central Oregon
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Calling All Jeopardy!™ Fans!
Mayim Bialik, actress from the “Big Bang Theory” & current guest host on Jeopardy, is championing NAMI National for the next 2 weeks. Each guest host selects a charity of their choice. The earnings of all contestants are added up during their 2 week hosting period and then donated. Mayim Bialik selected NAMI! Thank you, Mayim!
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OPB Mysteries of Mental Illness
Tuesday June 22, 2021 at 7pm & 8pm PST & continuing on Wednesday June 23 at 8pm PST, OPB hosts a 4 hour documentary titled "Mysteries of Mental Illness".
“Throughout history people have made dramatic attempts to unravel difficult questions surrounding mental illness. Follow the evolution of our understanding, from our ancient conceptions of mental illness to the establishment of psychiatry and cutting edge treatments.”
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Did you know you can help NAMI next time you shop online at Amazon? When you shop through smile.amazon.com, Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to NAMI Oregon.
How does it work? On your first visit to AmazonSmile, before you begin shopping, you'll need to enter "NAMI Oregon " into the search bar where it says "pick your own charitable organization." Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in a donation to NAMI Oregon .
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We are working hard at getting classes scheduled. Please check our website for updates on classes, as we will add them to our EVENT CALENDAR once scheduled! |
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Local Support and Resources |
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Central Oregon COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Visit this website for information about our current local vaccine phase.
Those who are eligible for vaccination and need assistance with scheduling their second dose appointment at the Fair & Expo Center can call the COVID-19 Vaccination Hotline at (541) 699-5020. Please know the line is experiencing a high volume of calls and it may be difficult to get through. They are not currently taking voicemail messages.
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We're Growing
NAMI-CO is committed to providing hope and support to all who need it, and to keeping our programs free.
Help us make a bigger impact in Central Oregon by supporting our work today.
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Join NAMI
Become a member of NAMI today and show that mental health is something we all need to care about.
Subscribe to the latest mental health updates, participate in an online discussion group, learn how to advocate in your community, and add your voice to the mental health movement.
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Volunteer
Looking for a way to help your local community?
Become a volunteer!
NAMI-CO relies on volunteers to help run our programs, and we're looking for a few more helping hands. All volunteer positions are currently virtual.
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NAMI Central Oregon Support Groups |
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Most meetings, classes, and support groups have moved online. NAMI-CO virtual support groups are open to anyone.
Please download the free Zoom app on your phone, tablet or laptop. Once you have the app, at the meeting start time, click on the event link and your app will open, then click on "join the conversation."
Family Support Groups
Bend Family Support Group: 3rd Tuesday of Every Month. 5:15PM - 6:45PM. Contact Bud Manley manleypenman@aol.com
Bend Family Support group: Every last Thursday. 5:15-6:45.
Zoom Meeting Registration:
Redmond Family Support Group: First Saturdays. 10:00-11:30AM.
La Pine Family Support Group: 1st Wednesday. 4:30-6PM.
Connections and Peer Support Groups
Bend Connections Peer Support Groups: Every Monday. 7:00 - 9:00PM.
Contact Marcia at (541) 480-8269
Connections: Thursdays. 10:30AM.
Contact: Janet Marie- 541-408-8675 or Joe at (541) 640-9069 - standby
NAMI Oregon
NAMI Oregon Helpline remains operational. Call 503-230-8009 or 800-343-6264. Or email at namioregon@namior.org. Callers receive live assistance from 9 am to 5 pm weekdays.
NAMIOR Covid-19 Resource and Information Guide in PDF format.
Talk it Over (parent support group online meetings) is for all family members of a child, teen, or young adult with a behavioral disorder which meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. This is a free public service provided by NAMI Oregon, with support from the Providence Foundation. Click here to sign up.
NAMI Oregon support groups are available online. For complete list:
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NAMI National has a helpful new tool, a guide to navigating a mental health crisis. Please take the time to visit www.nami.org to explore the resources they have available for access. Some topics to explore could include their information on medications and their NAMI Blogs. The NAMI Blog is our way of getting tips, research, information and messages of hope to you.
Crisis Help
If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, call the Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
If you are 55 or older and feeling isolated or just want to have a friendly conversation, call the Senior Loneliness Line at 503-200-1633.
If you are 21 or younger and want support for any problem, big or small:
- call YouthLine at 1-877-968-8491 or text teen2teen to 839863.
Other Helpful Supports
Parent Warmline: 833-732-2467
Parent Warmline is a program from Reach Out Oregon. If you or a family you are working with are feeling the pangs of isolation and is dealing with a child with heightened behavior needs this may help. The service is not dependent on insurance and is not payor specific; meaning that they can have OHP, Commercial or no insurance and still be able to use the number.
The David Romprey Oregon Warmline: 800-698-2392
Who should call the Warmline? Anyone needing support may call our Warmline to speak to a trained peer.
Friendship Line/Warm/Hotline: Call (800) 971-0016
Hearing Voices: Online Support group: Providing a space for families and friends to discuss navigating the experience of supporting loved ones who may hear voices, have visions or a variety of other non-consensus experiences and beliefs. Mondays 5PM. Email facilitators: Cindy Marty Hadge & David Adams at families@westernmassrlc.org
Wise Warriors Suicide Prevention: Contact Margaret Kuehn at (503) 402-2857 for more information.
Drug Addiction Family Support Group- Life Raft
Central Oregon Resource Map: Resources on this map include, but are not limited to, handwashing stations, public restrooms, and food resources.
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Connect with us!
541.316.0167
info@namicentraloregon.org
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