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.
St. Paul Lutheran School
1919 Wyatt Avenue
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 2026 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.
Buy Yours Here
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 helpline@nami.org
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.