From NAMI WOOD COUNTY
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Wood County announces upcoming programs and events for April. This programming is free and available to all Wood County residents.
NAMI Provider is an educational program that introduces mental health professionals to the unique perspectives of people living with mental health conditions and their families. By taking the course, participants will develop enhanced empathy and the importance of including the individual, family members, and mental health professionals in all aspects of the treatment process. Join the next class on April 14 from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Zoom. Visit https://namiwoodcounty.org/nami-provider/ to learn more and register. The Zoom link will be sent to those who register.
NAMI Wood County is hosting “Nite Out with NAMI: Recyclable Art” on Tuesday, April 14, from 4-6 p.m. at the NAMI Wood County Office, 1250 Ridgewood Dr. During the free event, participants will create a mosaic art piece using recyclable materials and explore how art can be accessible to everyone. Register at https://namiwoodcounty.org/nite-out-nami/.
NAMI Wood County will host a “Cookies and Canvas” fundraiser on Thursday, April 30, from 6–8 p.m. at the NAMI Wood County office. An instructor will provide step-by-step guidance to help you create a beautiful portrait of your pet while enjoying delicious desserts. Cost is $35 per 1 adult and 1 child with an extra $10 fee to bring an extra child. Unleash your inner artist and treat your taste buds – register now for an unforgettable event at https://namiwoodcounty.org/cookies-and-canvas/.
If you are interested in volunteering at NAMI Wood County, there are opportunities to get involved as a support group or class facilitator, office volunteer, and more, including “Chip-In Days,” volunteer opportunities for all community members. Hosted on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., volunteers will be able to assist NAMI Wood County staff in various projects throughout the office, including (but not limited to) folding brochures, helping with mailings, office organizing, and more. The next volunteer Chip-In Day will be Tuesday, May 12, from 11: a.m.-3 p.m. at the NAMI Wood County office. To register for Chip-In Day or to learn more about volunteering with NAMI Wood County, visit https://namiwoodcounty.org/volunteer-with-nami-wood-county/.
In an expansion of last year’s Mental Health Conference Series, NAMI Wood County is hosting four webinars in 2026 in a series titled “Caring for a Generation: Supporting Mental Health in Aging.” The next session, “The Role of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Care for Older Adults: A Collaborative Approach,” will be on Thursday, May 21, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Presenter Carli DiMeo will explore the vital intersection between occupational therapy and mental health care, with a specific focus on older adults. Registration for this webinar is $20. To register for this webinar, or to learn about the other webinars in 2026, visit https://namiwoodcounty.org/mhcs/.
Follow NAMI Wood County on social media at @NAMIWoodCounty. For questions, e-mail info@namiwoodcounty.org or call 419-352-0626.
