NAMI Portage and Wood Counties News
NAMI Portage and Wood Counties is here to support you and those you love whose lives may be affected by mental illness.
1 in 5 people suffer with a mental illness and many go untreated for numerous reasons. Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death in youth age 10-14. As a community we can make a change in these statistics.
If we can provide resources, speakers, education, presentations or a listening ear, please don't hesitate to contact us. 715-544-9653.
Board Meetings
NAMI Portage & Wood Counties Board Meetings The Portage and Wood Counties' monthly board meetings will now be held the fourth Monday of every month from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. at St. Paul Lutheran School, 1919 Wyatt Avenue in Stevens Point, please use Door 3 off the parking lot and watch for signs. We are so grateful to St. Paul Lutheran for allowing us the space. These meetings are opened to the public and we welcome anyone. Learn more about NAMI, our affiliate in Portage and Wood Counties, exciting events, classes an support groups we offer. Get Involved! Mark Your Calendars! Hope to see you in 2025 at a board meeting.
T-Shirt Campaign
Get your own "Mental Health Matters" t-shirt or sweatshirt! Our campaign is up and running! Orders are On Demand and will be printed and shipped directly to you after your order.
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Civic Media Podcast
Andrea Mora and Linda Froehlich discuss the history of the organization, how to understand you have mental illness, and how NAMI can help.
https://civicmedia.us/shows/morning-magazine/2024/05/21/national-alliance-on-mental-illness
WDLB 98.7 Interview
Andrea Mora and Dixie-Lee Weber discussed NAMI in more detail.
https://wdlbam.com/2024/08/20/nami-portage-wood-county-looks-to-build-better-lives-for-those-affected-by-mental-health/
Coping Skills
A presentation by Jesse Portillo and Michele Posey from Opportunity Development Centers in Wisconsin Rapids.
https://on.soundcloud.com/R1vEY
NAMI Teen and Young Adult Help Line
NAMI HELPLINE has launched a new Teen and Young Adult HelpLine service!
Volunteer Specialists can be reached Monday-Friday from 9am-9pmCST
Call 800-950-NAMI (6264)
Text “Friend” to 62640
Email [email protected]
Visit nami.org/help for webchat
New "Raise Your Voice" Club
PJ Jacobs Junior High School has implemented a Raise Your Voice Club for students! Great News!! We'll get more information and share.
Mental Health Wellness Speakers - Stevens Point
NAMI Portage and Wood Counties along with the Portage County Suicide Prevention offers a FREE, monthly educational speaker
3rd Monday of the month
6:00-7:00 p.m.
*** Please verify the location for each of the speakers below while we are in the process of securing a permanent location. ***
This monthly event is open to the public. Contact NAMI Portage and Wood Counties at 715-544-9653 or Kathy Hartman at 715-254-5452 for more information.
May 18, 2026
Understanding Stress: Effective Coping Strategies and Supportive Approaches
Speaker: Caitlin Baldauf
Noble Clinic
2501 Main Street
Stevens Point
Park in the lot on the south side of the building (facing Clark Street). Enter the door marked Community Room on the south side of the building.
June 15, 2026
Meditation
Speaker: Angela May
Portage County Library
1001 Main Street
Stevens Point.
Prairie Room, take stairs or elevator to the lower level; the room is adjacent to the elevator.
July 20, 2026
Neurodiversity 101
Speaker: Chelsea Silvers
Noble Clinic
2501 Main Street
Stevens Point
Park in the lot on the south side of the building (facing Clark Street). Enter the door marked Community Room on the south side of the building.
August 17, 2026
Substance Use & Ripple Effects
Speaker: Bryar Drexlar
Noble Clinic
2501 Main Street
Stevens Point
Park in the lot on the south side of the building (facing Clark Street). Enter the door marked Community Room on the south side of the building.
September 21, 2026
Chronic Pain & Mental Health
Speaker: Trina Bierman
October 19, 2026
Healthy Boundaries
Speaker: Katey Collins
November 16, 2026
Brain & Stress Response
Speaker: Sara Grant