ALL NAMI Whatcom Support Groups Online Until Further Notice
NAMI Signature Support Groups
NAMI Signature support groups are peer-led with a focus on providing an opportunity for people to mutually share and learn from each other's experiences. Each group provides a safe and confidential space to address the challenges presented by mental health conditions, regardless of the specific diagnosis. Each support group is led by a team of two peers with an overall message of hope.
NAMI Whatcom believes that You Are Not Alone. We provide support groups for any individuals and families living with mental illness.
All support groups are lead by volunteers and are completely free to the community.
NAMI Whatcom believes that You Are Not Alone. We provide support groups for any individuals and families living with mental illness.
All support groups are lead by volunteers and are completely free to the community.
NAMI Connection is a structured recovery support group that offers respect, encouragement, and hope. Free to those living with mental illness, this group promotes connection and understanding while respecting confidentiality.
Come and learn from each others' experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding. When: Every Tuesday of the month (excluding major holidays) 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Where: Online - Zoom Who can attend: Individuals aged 18+ with a mental health diagnosis PLEASE NOTE: For the confidentiality of group members, NAMI Whatcom does not allow individuals who fail to meet the above criteria to "sit in" and observe group sessions. |
NAMI Family Support Group is a support group for family members, parents, caregivers, and friends of individuals struggling with mental illness.
In NAMI Family Support Groups, family members join a caring group of individuals helping one another by utilizing their collective life experiences and learned wisdom. Family members can achieve a renewed sense of understanding and hope for their loved one living with mental illness. When: Wednesdays of each month 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Where: Online - Zoom Who can attend: Individuals who have a loved one experiencing mental illness. PLEASE NOTE: For the confidentiality of group members, NAMI Whatcom does not allow individuals who fail to meet the above criteria to "sit in" and observe group sessions. |
Other Local Groups
NAMI Whatcom LGBTQ+ Support Group - Every Monday 6:30pm
This support group is an open support group for all affected by mental illness. If you have a loved one, friend, child, partner etc...who live with a mental health condition or if you live with a mental health condition. Online.
This support group is an open support group for all affected by mental illness. If you have a loved one, friend, child, partner etc...who live with a mental health condition or if you live with a mental health condition. Online.
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group This group is for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Practices include:
When: 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Where: Zoom - 2nd Monday Zoom - 4th Monday For more information, contact group facilitators:
Rodger Butler jpmouse@ix.netcom.com Rebecca Browning weaselscream@hotmail.com |
DBSA group meets to educate and provide hope, help, and support to people living with depression or bipolar disorder and to their families and friends.
When: Every 2nd Tuesday of the Month 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Where: Online - Contact Larry For more information, contact Larry Vanderpool (360) 354-6841 Jean Danielson (360) 733-1366 |
On Hiatus Until Further Notice:
NAMI Whatcom Potluck & Game Night This free group allows all members of NAMI Whatcom to socialize and meet other NAMI Whatcom members. When: 3rd Friday 6pm Where: 800 E Chestnut St. Suite 1C, Bellingham, WA 98225 (inside the Chestnut Professional Building) For more information, contact NAMI Whatcom at 360-671-4950 or namiadmin@namiwhatcom.org |