We are thrilled to announce our 1st Annual Walk for Mental Wellness around beautiful Lake Merritt!
October 12 4PM-6PM Snow Park, Oakland
Individuals and Teams are welcome and registration is free (donations are gratefully accepted!)
All funds raised will be used to provide free mental health counseling for teens and young adults.
Come join us!! Click HERE to register.
With thanks to our generous sponsors!
Ted and Lisa Angus
Education Services
Strengthening Schools
For students, school community is a critical part of a healthy support network and emotional safety net. We work directly with high schools to put systems, programs and policies in place to create a culture of caring to protect student mental health and make it more likely that struggling students will seek help, will be recognized and supported and will be connected to mental health care, and supported.
Student Led Programs
We establish student-led clubs that raise mental health awareness and reduce stigma on campus through peer-led activities and education. Student Leaders are empowered with toolkits, materials, templates and resources to make running the club a fun and educational process. These clubs are open to all students – those with mental health conditions, those with family members with a condition, and students who are interested in the field or in advocacy.
Presentations: On-site & Virtual
We offer 40-minute on-site and virtual presentations from NAMI-certified speakers. These presentations are an opportunity to hear open and honest perspectives on a misunderstood topic. It is also an opportunity for students and teachers to ask questions and deepen their understanding about mental health. Fill out the form below to request a presentation.
Working With
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI Alameda County is an affiliate of NAMI California. NAMI Alameda County and dedicated volunteer members and leaders work tirelessly to raise awareness and provide essential education, advocacy and support group programs for people in our community living with mental illness and their loved ones.
What is NAMI Ending the Silence? NAMI Ending the Silence is a free presentation designed to give audience members an opportunity to learn about mental illness through an informative Power Point and short videos. There are three types of Ending the Silence presentations: one for Students, one for School Staff, and one for Families. Each presentation outlines symptoms of mental health conditions and gives attendees ideas about how to help themselves, friends, or family members who may need support. Additionally, all 3 presentations include personal testimony from a young adult living with a mental health condition and his/her journey to recovery.