SOLD OUT! Celebrate 40 Years of Service with NAMI New Orleans aboard the Creole Queen
February 23, 2018
**SOLD OUT! Thank you for your interest in supporting NAMI New Orleans. Due to an overwhelming response, we have reached capacity. If you would like to be on our waitlist, please contact Meghan at 504-896-2345 or via email at meghan@namineworleans.org. Thank you for your understanding!**
Cruise the historic Mississippi River in celebration of NAMI New Orleans 40th anniversary on Friday, June 29, 2018. Enjoy live jazz music and savor complimentary New Orleans’ cuisine aboard the Creole Queen, an authentic Read More
The Human Fund awards NAMI New Orleans with $15,000 Grant
NAMI New Orleans is honored to announce a partnership with The Human Fund for individual counseling sessions. To celebrate the partnership, The Human Fund is hosting its 21st annual Wilkapalooza event at 4:00 PM on Saturday, January 27th, at the Tchoup Yard (405 Third Street, New Orleans, LA). Click here to learn more about Wilkapalooza!
The Human Fund honors the life and legacy of William Wilkins Kearney, who was tragically lost to suicide in 2016. The Human Fund’s mission Read More
Advocacy Alerts!
Follow us on Twitter or Facebook to keep up with the latest developments in state and federal legislation impacting the lives of people living with mental illness and their families.
You can also sign up to receive the highest priority advocacy alerts via email by contacting Shannon at 504-896-2345 or education@namineworleans.org.
New Orleans to host NAMI Convention in June 2018
The NAMI National Convention is one of the largest annual gatherings of mental health advocates in the nation. The 2018 NAMI National Convention will convene at the Sheraton New Orleans on Canal St. in the heart of New Orleans, June 27 -30th.
Learn more or register online at: https://nami.org/convention.
This year’s theme “Live. Learn. Share hope.” describes the NAMI experience. Our collective voice spreads hope that recovery is possible and families can be whole again.
The NAMI National Convention connects people affected by mental illness who Read More
NAMIWalks Info Meeting – May 2nd
Network with community leaders and learn how YOU can make an impact through NAMIWalks—New Orleans’ only Second Line Awareness Walk for Mental Illness! Click here to register for free! Food and refreshments will be served.
Sign your NAMIWalks team up for free by visiting Read More
Now Accepting Applications for Female Rental Tenant
NAMI New Orleans is now accepting applicants for a female rental tenant. Applicants must be female, have a diagnosed mental illness, and some income. The apartment is a shared living space with a private bedroom. Please contact Deanna at Deanna@namineworleans.org or 504-896-2345 for more information.
Read MoreNAMI New Orleans raises $5,190 on GiveNOLA Day
GiveNOLA Day is a 24-hour event hosted by the Greater New Orleans Foundation to inspire people to give generously to nonprofits making our region stronger, creating a thriving community for all.
Support NAMI New Orleans by making a donation on May 1, 2018 by visiting https://www.givenola.org/nami-new-orleans.
Read MoreNAMI New Orleans Annual Membership Meeting on April 4th Featuring Dr. Candace Cutrone
Dr. Candace Cutrone, Deputy Coroner for Mental Health in Jefferson Parish, will be the featured guest speaker. Join us to learn more about mental health services in your community and to meet our newly elected Board of Directors and Officers. The meeting is open to the Read More