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In Memoriam: Fabio Canton, 1944-2018



It is with great sadness that the family of Fabio Jesus Canton announces his passing on Friday, July 20, 2018. He was 74 years of age at the time of his death. A native of Merida, Mexico; Fabio was born on February 20, 1944. He moved to the United States at the age of 8 and was raised in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. Fabio was a graduate of St. Dominic Elementary, Jesuit High School and Loyola University. Read More

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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.



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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



You’re Invited to the NAMIWalks Information Meeting! Join us on Wednesday, May 2nd, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM at Lakeview Christian Center (5885 Fleur de lis Drive, New Orleans) to learn more about NAMIWalks 2018!

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.

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