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Building Connection: How Relationships and Time with Others Support Mental Health

Posted on July 10, 2026 by Cavan Pellegrino

There was a time when much of our free time was spent simply being together: talking, laughing, sharing meals, running errands side by side, or sitting in the same room without distraction. Today, connection often looks different. Many of our … Continue reading →

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NAMI FaithNet

Posted on March 7, 2019 by NAMI CCNS

NAMI FaithNet is an interfaith resource network of NAMI members, friends, clergy and congregations of all faith traditions who wish to encourage faith communities who are welcoming and supportive of persons and families living with mental illness. Continue reading →

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Be Stigma-Free – A NAMI National feature

Posted on October 3, 2016 by NAMI CCNS

Here’s this month’s list of Stigmafree strides: 1. Share Your Story 2. Encourage your community to take part in National Depression Screening Day 3. Raise awareness for Mental Illness Awareness Week StigmaFree Partner Updates Did you catch FOX Sports yesterday? … Continue reading →

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The suicide rate is at a 30-year high. You can help.

Posted on September 10, 2016 by NAMI CCNS

117 people die every single day by suicide in America. You can help stop this epidemic. Contact your Senators. Demand a vote on the Mental Health Reform Act (S. 2680). S. 2680 will: Invest in mental health services and supports … Continue reading →

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Advocacy Action – Tell Congress To Stop Playing Political Football With Mental Health!

Posted on January 22, 2016 by NAMI CCNS

While Congress lets mental health reform legislation languish on the sidelines, millions of Americans struggle daily to get the mental health care they need. Congress should play like America’s team and champion bipartisan mental health reform (HR 2646 and S … Continue reading →

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