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Claudia Smith I have been a member of NAMI North Texas and a teacher of Family-to-Family in Spanish and English for the past 8 years. I had been in the hotel business for the past 37 years, 25 of those in Dallas, Texas. I love my family; they are my support. I love walking my dog and gardening (they are also my therapy). I immensely enjoy my Family-to-Family classes because I am able to pay back all the love, support, and teaching that NAMI provides for me and my family, and also teach families how to understand and help their loved ones suffering from mental health issues.

Recursos Asistencia Psiquiátrica y Emergencias EMERGENCIA 911 Dallas Policía No Emergencia: (214) 744-4444 Medical City Green Oaks Hospital: (972) 991-9504 Parkland Psiquiatría de emergencia: (214) 590-8761 Poison Help: (800) 222-1222 Suicidio y Crisis Center of North Texas: (214) 828-1000 North Texas Behavioral Health Authority: (214) 366-9407 Dallas Metrocare Services: (214) 330-7722 Números frecuentes APAA (Asociación de Afectados por la Adicción): (214 ) 634- 2722 Centro de Mi Salud: (214) 941-0798 - Servicios en español Cárcel del Condado de Dallas (Lew Sterrett) Enlace de Salud Mental: (214) 761-1331 Dallas County Jail Psiquiatría: (214) 653-2845 Dallas Public Defender: (214) 653-3550 Derechos de los Discapacitados de Texas: (214) 630-0916 o (800) 252-9108 Jewish Family Service: (972) 437-9950 Lakes Regional MHMR L-V, de 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.: (972) 524- 4159 Lakes Regional MHMR - Rockwall y Helping Hands Jamie Moorehead: (972) 771-4357 LifeNet: (214) 932-1953 Medicaid: (800) 252-8263 Prelude Clubhouse: (469) 301-6639 Clubhouse: (972) 690-7526 Salud Mental América -Greater Dallas: (214) 871-2420 Enfermedad mental Corte y Warrants: (214) 653-7485 o (214) 653-7418 NAMI Tejas Afiliación Estado: (800) 633-3760 Social Security Administration: (800) 772-1213 Terrell Hospital Estatal de Metro: (972) 524-6452 Tejas 211: (877) 541-7905 "Mental Health: A Guide for Latinos and Their Familes"/ Salud Mental: Una Guía para Latinos y sus Familias:Guidebook y vídeos de acompañamiento en español o Inglés creados por la Asociación Americana de Psiquiatría. Una agencia de salud mental que proporciona atención de calidad para todos los consumidores, centrándose en sus necesidades. Estamos preparados, cultural y lingüísticamente competente. Sirviendo la Dallas Ft Worth Metroplex, Centro está compuesto por profesionales especializados y con licencia. Nuestro personal ofrece servicios a niños, adolescentes y adultos. Para obtener más información acerca de los servicios, por favor llame (214) 941-0798 La Mano Amiga Una revista mensual gratuita en español que ofrece artículos originales con información y asesoramiento para los inmigrantes latinos recientes. La publicación cubre una variedad de temas, incluyendo la salud mental y el bienestar con números telefónicos gratuitos culturalmente competentes y enlaces a páginas web en español, facultando a los lectores a buscar más información por su cuenta. Para leer más sobre La Mano Amiga, por favor haga clic en el azul "La Mano Amiga" por debajo La mano amiga

Alyse Ferguson Alyse Ferguson is the Chief Attorney of the Collin County Mental Health Managed Counsel Program (MHMC.) She is responsible for managing the specially trained attorneys, who represent indigent defendants diagnosed with mental illness. In December 2020, she appointed to serve on the Judicial Commission on Mental Health and serves as the Chair of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Association. She is a graduate of Angelo State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice, a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and a Juris Doctorate from Texas Wesleyan School of Law. एक पूर्व पेशेवर फुटबॉल खिलाड़ी के रूप में, मेरे पास मानसिक स्वास्थ्य संसाधनों तक पहुंच है। एनएफएल और एनएफएल प्लेयर्स एसोसिएशन ने पूर्व और वर्तमान खिलाड़ियों के लिए एक मानसिक-स्वास्थ्य संसाधन बनाने के लिए टीम बनाई है ताकि जरूरत पड़ने पर सहायता ली जा सके। यह हमारे और हमारे परिवार के लिए एक मुफ्त सेवा है। मैं उन संसाधनों का उपयोग जब भी आवश्यक होता हूं या यहां तक कि केवल चेक इन करने के लिए करता हूं कि मैं जीवन में कहां हूं और क्या हो रहा है। पिछले हफ्ते NAMI नॉर्थ टेक्सास ने कानून प्रवर्तन (और अंततः सभी पहले उत्तरदाताओं और उनके परिवारों) के लिए एक पूरी तरह से गोपनीय, बिना लागत, कलंक मुक्त मानसिक स्वास्थ्य सहायता नेटवर्क प्रदान करने के लिए एक प्रशिक्षण कार्यक्रम शुरू किया। डिजाइन के अनुसार, यह सबसे प्रमुख कारणों को संबोधित करता है, पहले उत्तरदाता मानसिक स्वास्थ्य देखभाल की तलाश नहीं करते हैं; सामाजिक और पेशेवर कलंक, पदावनति या नौकरी छूटने का डर, मानसिक स्वास्थ्य पेशेवर की आवश्यकता को भड़काने वाले दोहराए जाने वाले आघात से संबंधित प्रदाता को खोजने में असमर्थता। यह कार्यक्रम मानसिक स्वास्थ्य देखभाल के लिए पूरी तरह से गोपनीय पहला कदम होगा, जिससे पहले उत्तरदाताओं के लिए मदद लेना आसान हो जाएगा। सहकर्मी समर्थक पेशेवर मानसिक स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं के लिए सेतु के रूप में भी काम करेंगे। उन्हें यह पहचानने के लिए प्रशिक्षित किया जाएगा कि जब एक साथी अधिकारी को एक चिकित्सक, मनोचिकित्सक या अन्य पेशेवर सेवा से जुड़ने में मदद करने के लिए प्रशिक्षित किया जाता है, जिसे पहले उत्तरदाताओं के साथ काम करने का अनुभव होता है। मैंने हमेशा कानून प्रवर्तन का सम्मान किया है, और हाँ, कुछ कठिन परिस्थितियों में भी, क्योंकि उनके भी परिवार हैं और उनकी प्राथमिकता समुदाय को सेवा प्रदान करना, और रक्षा करना और सेवा करना है। टिम्मी न्यूज़ोम नामी एनटीएक्स अध्यक्ष हमारे बारे में अधिक जानकारी के लिए ओवरवॉच पीयर सपोर्ट प्रोग्राम (ओपीएस) , हमारे कार्यक्रम निदेशक और ओपीएस से संपर्क करें, क्रिस्टोफर पायने ।

About Katie Gorski Katie Gorski, LMSW, is a dedicated social worker with the Garland Police Department, where she’s been serving since July 2023. In her role, she supports both the community and internal department staff—officers, civilian employees, and their families—by promoting mental wellness and connecting them with meaningful first responder qualified resources. Katie earned her bachelor’s degree from Western Kentucky University and her Master of Social Work from Baylor University, equipping her with both the clinical skills and compassionate approach that guide her work every day. Katie is currently working on her next State of TX certification to become a licensed clinical social worker. Coming from a law enforcement family herself—her dad and grandfather both served—Katie understands the unique challenges first responders and their families face. That personal connection fuels her mission to break the stigma around mental health in public safety. She’s passionate about creating a culture where seeking help is seen as strength, not weakness, and where those who protect others feel supported to take care of themselves too. Her goal is simple but powerful: to help first responders live healthier, fuller lives and enjoy long, well-earned retirements.

Together We Can Achieve More If you are seeking support or need information on how to better manage a mental health challenge in yourself or a loved one, you are not alone. NAMI is here for you. NAMI supports and enriches your and your family's unique journey towards mental wellness. Our outstanding peer-led programs provide free education, skills training and support. We invite you to join our movement to ensure better lives for everyone. Together we can make mental health a priority and be part of the solution to solve one of the biggest problems we face as a nation. Mission NAMI North Texas is a grassroots organization that provides education, support, advocacy, and public awareness to improve the lives of people living with mental health conditions and their family members. Vision NAMI North Texas empowers North Texans through our ongoing education, support, advocacy, and awareness initiatives. We envision a stigma-free, supportive community where recovery is achievable and mental health services are accessible by all. समुदाय हम समावेश, मूल्य और विश्वास के समुदाय की खेती करते हैं। सत्यता हम समुदाय के लिए अपनी सेवा में पारदर्शिता, सच्चाई और निष्पक्षता की प्रतिज्ञा करते हैं। मान सम्मान हम प्रत्येक व्यक्ति और उनकी पुनर्प्राप्ति यात्रा का सम्मान करते हैं। अधिकारिता हम हर उत्तरी टेक्सन के दिलों में आशा और शक्ति को प्रेरित करने के अपने प्रयासों में उत्कृष्टता के एक मानक को कायम रखते हैं।

NAMI On Campus College is an exciting time. From being away from home and finding independence to meeting new people and trying new things, every day brings new experiences. There is also a new level of academic responsibility. Classes are harder and there is always a due date on the horizon. Balancing all of the changes that happen in college can be stressful and challenging. Those challenges are even more difficult for the 1 in 5 students who also face a mental health condition. Nearly three-quarters of mental health conditions emerge by age 24, so many college students are facing mental health concerns for the first time, and may not know where to go for support. NAMI knows that some of the best support a student can receive is from peers. When students connect with one another, they can share common experiences and support each other through the transitions. NAMI on Campus helps make those connections happen. NAMI on Campus clubs work to end the stigma that makes it hard for students to talk about mental health and get the help they need. Clubs hold creative meetings, innovative awareness events, and offer signature NAMI programs through partnership with NAMI North Texas. Contact us and let's talk about bringing NAMI to your campus. For additional information and support, please see NAMI's C ollege Guide .

Welcome to Mind Matters is a new community education series designed to promote mental health awareness, understanding, and support. Each session explores different aspects of mental wellness, offering accessible information and practical tools to help individuals, families, and communities thrive. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding, support a loved one, or take better care of your own mental health, Mind Matters is for you. August 19, 2024 6:30 PM Virtual | Zoom Mind Matters: Cultivating Wellness for Students and Their Support Systems Register Here

Education & Support Family Members & Caregivers इस कार्यक्रम से संबंधित हमारे अधिकांश प्रयासों में नए दृष्टिकोणों का अध्ययन करना और उन्हें लागू करने के लिए नवीन तरीके विकसित करना शामिल है। हम इस क्षेत्र में अपनी सफलता का मूल्यांकन गुणात्मक और मात्रात्मक डेटा एकत्र करके करते हैं, और उस जानकारी का उपयोग हमारे आधारभूत माप से बदलाव और परिवर्तनों को मापने के लिए करते हैं। Programs Kids, Teens, & Young Adults NAMI North Texas Youth Programs help battle the stigma that surrounds mental health conditions and provide the resources and support that can make a difference in the lives of youth and their families. Programs Individuals Living with Mental Illness For those who suffer from a mental health condition, knowing the facts about mental health can help to lessen the burden of a diagnosis. One in five Americans experiences some form of mental illness in any given year, and severe conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or long-term recurring major depression affects one in 25 Americans. Mental illness can affect anyone at any point in their life and is not a reflection of self-worth or ability but instead should be viewed as any other serious illness. Mental illness is never your fault, nor the responsibility of those around you. It is not a personal failure to experience symptoms of mental illness that interfere with your daily functioning or make it hard for you to enjoy life as you used to. With this being said, many misconceptions exist surrounding mental illness that make it hard for those who suffer to seek help, and the stigma of having a mental health condition can worsen symptoms. Although mental illness can feel isolating, you are not alone, and there is hope for recovery. NAMI North Texas offers many different tools, resources, and support groups for many demographics, aiming to educate, support, and advocate for those with mental illnesses. Programs

¿Qué es la salud mental? ¿Qué es la salud mental? La enfermedad mental es una enfermedad que altera el pensamiento, sentimiento, humor, capacidad para relacionarse con los demás y el funcionamiento diario de las personas afectadas. Al igual que la diabetes es un trastorno del páncreas, las enfermedades mentales son condiciones médicas que a menudo resultan en una disminución de la capacidad para afrontar las demandas ordinarias de la vida. Enfermedades mentales graves incluyen la depresión mayor, la esquizofrenia, el trastorno bipolar, el trastorno obsesivo compulsivo (TOC), trastorno de pánico, trastorno de estrés postraumático (TEPT) y el trastorno límite de la personalidad. La buena noticia sobre la enfermedad mental es que la recuperación es posible. Las enfermedades mentales pueden afectar a personas de cualquier edad, raza, religión o ingreso. Las enfermedades mentales no son el resultado de una debilidad personal, la falta de carácter, o de mala educación. Las enfermedades mentales son tratables. La mayoría de las personas diagnosticadas con una enfermedad mental grave pueden experimentar un alivio de sus síntomas participando activamente en un plan de tratamiento individual. NAMI North Texas es una organización de salud mental sin fines de lucro que se esfuerza por mantener la diversidad. Entendemos que las enfermedades mentales pueden afectar a cualquier persona en cualquier momento y queremos estar ahi cuando surge la necesidad de ayuda. Como el ex presidente Bill Clinton afirma que "La enfermedad mental no es nada de que avergonzarse, pero el estigma y los prejuicios vergüenza de todos nosotros." ¿Quién es NAMI? NAMI, la Alianza Nacional de Enfermedades Mentales (NAMI, por sus siglas en inglés), es la organización de salud mental más grande de los EEUU dedicada a mejorar las vidas de las personas con serias enfermedades mentales y las de sus familiares. Tras su fundación en 1979, NAMI se ha convertido en la voz de la nación con respecto a los trastornos mentales. NAMI es una organización nacional que incluye oficinas en cada estado y en más de 1,000 comunidades locales, alrededor del país, las cuales se reúnen para alcanzar la misión de NAMItravés del asesoramiento, la investigación, el apoyo y la educación. NAMI Dallas fue incorporada como una organización sin fines de lucro en Texas en 1982. Se trata de una organización de caridad deducible de impuestos 501-c-3. NAMI Dallas es una filial de NAMI (Alianza Nacional de Enfermedades Mentales), una organización nacional de base fundada en 1979 por un grupo de padres en Wisconsin. NAMI Dallas también es una filial de NAMI Texas, NAMI quiere que sepa que usted no está solo NAMI está aquí para compartir una comunidad de esperanza. En los momentos en los que más necesitan para sobrellevar los desafíos de una enfermedad mental, NAMI les brinda aceptación, comprensión, información y apoyo.Para obtener ayuda, póngase en contacto con (214) 341-7133. Cuando se comunique con NAMI Dallas, tenga un pedazo de papel y un bolígrafo disponible. Lo pondremos en contacto con nuestro enlace bilingüe que puede organizar apoyo. Contacta con nosotros Si necesita ayuda o tiene preguntas, no dude en contactarnos. Tenga en cuenta que no somos un centro de crisis. Si se encuentra en crisis, llame al 911 o comuníquese con un servicio de emergencia local de inmediato. TELÉFONO 214-341-7133 CORREO ELECTRÓNICO info@naminorthtexas.org

Contact Sign Up to Stay Informed! Sign up to receive our monthly NAMI North Texas newsletter and other event announcements delivered to your inbox. By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: NAMI North Texas, 2812 Swiss Ave. , Dallas, TX, 75204, US, http://www.naminorthtexas.org . You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the Unsubscribe link found at the bottom of every email. Join NAMI North Texas Today! Join the thousands of Americans dedicated to improving the lives of people with mental health conditions. When you join, you become a part of NAMI at the national, state, and local levels. Member benefits include The Advocate, member discounts, convention registration discounts, access to our online member community, and much more. Be sure to must indicate NAMI North Texas as your local affiliate! Membership Family: $60 Individual: $40 Open Door: $5 (For persons with a limited income) Membership dues are tax-deductible Join NAMI North Texas पता 2812 स्विस एवेन्यू। डलास, TX 75204 संपर्क (214) 341-7133 खुलने का समय सोम - शुक्र सुबह 9:00 बजे - शाम 5:00 बजे info@naminorthtexas.org Send Us a Message! पहला नाम अंतिम नाम ईमेल संदेश भेजना सबमिट करने के लिए धन्यवाद!

Community Recognition NAMI North Texas Walk Your Way Award In order to continue to provide free mental health services to our North Texas community, peer fundraising is crucial. Nearly 70% of our budget comes from individual and small business contributions, most of which rely on the efforts of our NAMIWalks participants. The Walk Your Way Award recognizes any participant who has gone above and beyond to raise awareness and funds for NAMI North Texas through their role as a NAMIWalks team captain, walker, or both. 2024 | Alpha Xi Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 20 23 | Medical City Green Oaks 2022 | Bonick Landscaping 2021 | Victoria Tortorelli 2020 | Robert Walters Marion Shaw Community Support Award In the words of former NAMI North Texas President Sherry Cusumano, “Marion Shaw was the epitome of integrity and dedication to others." She loved helping others and passionately promoted the importance of building a supportive, nonjudgmental mental health community; a community we fondly refer to as our NAMI North Texas family. In honor of Ms. Shaw, this award recognizes an organization that has gone out of its way to support our office and advocate in the community on our behalf. 2024 | Avance Dallas 2023 | Carrollton Springs 2022 | People Living Active Now 2021 | Patriot Paws 2020 | Beta Theta Pi, UT Arlington Advocate of the Year Award Our Advocate of the Year is a change-maker who shows significant leadership in the mental health community by going out of their way to start the mental health conversation, reduce stigma, and promote NAMI North Texas through their own efforts, above and beyond their commitments as a volunteer. To earn this distinction, the awardee must be a NAMI North Texas volunteer who has contributed significant time to our organization this past year and is not afraid to shout their mental wellness message from the rooftops! 2024 | Selina Sambar 2023 | Annette Addo-Yobo 2022 | Bud Browne 2021 | Claudia Smith 2020 | Alex Andrews Young Adult of the Year Award As we know, 75% of mental illness symptoms present themselves before age 24. Early intervention is therefore key to raising awareness and starting the mental health conversation before it’s too late. Our young adult presenters and Ending the Silence programs are critical components of normalizing this discussion among adolescent students, their parents, and teachers. This award recognizes one of our young adults who has stood out for their dedication to the Ending the Silence program and passion for early intervention. This person has impacted young adults in North Texas through their story and at least four (4) Ending the Silence presentations this past year. 2024 | North Central Texas College Corinth NAMI On Campus 2023 | Kezia Philips 2022 | Isabelle Scott 2021 | Olivia Fan 2020 | Selina Sambar New Volunteer of the Year Award This award symbolizes our continued commitment to our identity as a grassroots community service organization. We cannot do what we do without the support of our community. It is therefore incredibly important that we continue to recruit new volunteers and recognize those who have shown exceptional leadership potential and commitment to our NAMI North Texas family. To qualify for this award, this individual must have started volunteering this calendar year, be a trained presenter, support group facilitator and/or class teacher, and have volunteered for at least five (5) programs in their first year. 2024 | Maurice Maram 2023 | Deondreia Reynolds 2022 | Rebeca Henriquez 2021 | Tracy Green 2020 | Omar Olivarez Dr. Sherry Cusumano Distinguished Service Award The Distinguished Service Award is presented to one of our most active and reliable volunteers. To qualify for such recognition, this person must be trained in two (2) or more volunteer roles and have actively served in those roles for more than one (1) year. The awardee is not only a model mental health advocate, but someone who brings fresh ideas on how to better serve our community. 2024 | John & Joy Bergmann 2023 | Rebeca Henriquez 2022 | Tracy Green 2021 | Kathy Giddings 2020 | Mary Kelley Jerome & Hazel Byers Award This award is named after the late Mr. Jerome and Mrs. Hazel Byers, founding members of NAMI North Texas, former board members of several North Texas mental health organizations (including NAMI Dallas), and true pioneers in mental health advocacy for over 30 years. The recipient of this award is recognized for their lifetime achievement as a mental health advocate and their commitment to the NAMI mission. To qualify for this award, this person must have been part of the NAMI North Texas family for more than ten (10) years and be an active NAMI North Texas volunteer who has held multiple roles in our community from teaching and facilitating core NAMI programs to going above and beyond their role as a mental health advocate at the individual, local, regional, state, and/or national levels. 2024 | David & Cheryl Miller 2023 | Claudia Smith 2022 | Charlene Gaffney 2021 | Rolph Holt 2020 | Madeline Kelley