Mental Health In Minnesota

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NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Vivian Henry’s Personal NAMI Journey, ep. 19 Jun 07, 2017

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Here’s another personal story of hope to help celebrate NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. Vivian Henry is a NAMI “In Our Own Voice” volunteer presenter and a long-time NAMI member and supporter. Vivian enjoys photographing all of NAMI Minnesota’s events and producing photo/video slide shows. Vivian is team captain of NAMIWalks 2018 team “SurVIVin the Journey!” (click … Continue reading "019, Vivian Henry, “SurVIVin the Journey!” NAMIWalks team captain, volunteer presenter, NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)"

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Jenna Erickson’s Personal NAMI Journey, ep. 18 Jun 02, 2017

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Here’s another personal story of hope to help celebrate NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. Jenna Erickson is a NAMI “In Our Own Voice” volunteer presenter, a program through which she shares her personal mental health recovery story with many types of audiences. Jenna discusses being particularly interested in presenting to law enforcement professionals during their Crisis … Continue reading "018, NAMIWalks team “In Our Own Voice” captain Jenna Erickson, volunteer presenter, discusses sharing personal story at Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)"

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Kiara Buchanan’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 16 May 10, 2017

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Kiara Buchanan is the “LIFE BETWEEN THE POLES” blog author at www.convexity.weebly.com on the topic of her mental health recovery and her journey living with bipolar disorder. Kiara is a volunteer presenter in the NAMI “In Our Own Voice” program and in the NAMI Minnesota speakers bureau through which she shares her personal recovery story … Continue reading "016 Kiara Buchanan, “LIFE BETWEEN THE POLES” blog author, volunteer “In Our Own Voice”/Speakers Bureau presenter, NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)"

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Kim Sherva’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 015 May 03, 2017

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NAMI Minnesota offers support groups for the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community. The support groups are a safe place to confront the challenges that many members of LGBTQ communities face such as social isolation, stigma, discrimination, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Visit www.namihelps.org to find meeting dates and locations of current groups. Episode … Continue reading "015 Kim Sherva, LGBTQ Connection Support Groups, NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)"

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Laurie Brown’s Personal NAMI Journey, ep. 14 Apr 26, 2017

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(Recorded 03/29/2017) Laurie Brown was one of the original NAMI Minnesota founding board members and the first lobbyist for NAMI Minnesota. Laurie shares her personal journey with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). She talks about being a family member of a loved one living with schizophrenia. This episode is one of 40 Stories of … Continue reading "014 Laurie Brown, 1st lobbyist, original founding board member, NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)"

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Beatric Officer’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 13 Apr 19, 2017

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(Recorded 03/21/2017) Beatric Officer is an adult probation officer as well as a member of the NAMI Minnesota Board of Directors. Beatric shares her personal journey with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). She talks openly about her own mental illness and that of her family members. You can also hear Beatric in episode 9 … Continue reading "013 Beatric Officer, Adult Probation Officer, Board of Directors, NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)"

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Cathleen O’Leary’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 12 Apr 12, 2017

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(Recorded 03/13/2017) Cathleen O’Leary is a former member of the NAMI Minnesota Board of Directors. Cathleen shares her personal journey with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). This episode is one of 40 Stories of Hope related to NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. Find other video and written stories at www.namihelps.org. CONTACT US: NAMI Minnesota, www.namihelps.org, … Continue reading "012 Cathleen O’Leary, Board of Directors, NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)"

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Eileen Stack’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 11 Apr 05, 2017

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(Recorded 02/28/2017) Eileen Stack, former President of NAMI Minnesota Board of Directors, shares her personal journey with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). This episode is one of 40 Stories of Hope related to NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. Find other video and written stories at www.namihelps.org. CONTACT: NAMI Minnesota, www.namihelps.org, phone: 651-645-2948, toll free: 1-888-NAMI-Helps … Continue reading "011 Eileen Stack, Former President of Board of Directors, NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)"

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Heidi Nordin’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 10 Mar 29, 2017

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(Recorded 02/25/2017) Heidi Nordin shares her personal journey with NAMI Minnesota including her volunteer experiences as a Board of Directors member, office volunteer, and NAMIWalks “cheerleader.” This episode is one of 40 Stories of Hope related to NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. CONTACT: NAMI Minnesota, www.namihelps.org, phone: 651-645-2948, toll free: 1-888-NAMI-Helps (1-888-626-4435). fax: 651-645-7379. email: namihelps@namimn.org

NAMI’s 40th Anniversary, Laurie/Lee Brandt’s Personal NAMI Journey, Ep. 8 Mar 07, 2017

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Laurie and Lee Brandt were interviewed on 02/25/2017 for this episode, one of 40 Stories of Hope related to NAMI Minnesota’s 40th anniversary. NAMI Minnesota champions justice, dignity, and respect for all people affected by mental illnesses. Through education, support, and advocacy we strive to eliminate the pervasive stigma of mental illnesses, effect positive changes … Continue reading "008-Laurie & Lee Brandt’s personal journey with NAMI, NAMI Minnesota’s 40th Anniversary"

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