Sherry Cusumano, RN, LCDC, MS
September, 2020
Hello NAMI North Texas Members and Friends of NAMI!
I truly enjoyed doing the interview on Monday Night Live with Jen! Getting a chance to look back over my years on NAMI boards was a bit nostalgic for me. I’ve got to tell you, though, I’m excited about all the new and fresh ideas coming from the board, the staff, and from YOU! It’s very important to me that you always remember that you are at the center of everything that we do.
We have a new Advocacy Committee starting up! This has always been an important part of what NAMI offers. Many of you may know Claudia Smith, current member of the NAMI North Texas Board; Claudia has eagerly accepted the challenge to chair this committee. I’m sure you will be hearing from her in the future. Claudia is a true advocate! Remember, we have a new legislative session coming up soon that will kick off in January of 2021, so start preparing now! I hope that some of you who have an interest in advocacy will join her in the fight against stigma. If so, you will also have the opportunity to prepare to educate elected officials and the general public about the needs of people with mental illness and their families.
North Texas Giving Day is coming up soon. Do you have any ideas for how we can celebrate that day of giving? I found myself missing being able to see all of you (IN PERSON) so very much! Wouldn’t it be fun to meet in a park somewhere for a “picnic in your car” event? Everyone would have to bring their own food to eat in their car to maintain social distancing…Oh well, it was a thought. We could have a talent show/contest via Zoom (of course, I have no talent to share, so I’d just have to watch)…Give me a break, okay? I’m trying! I do miss you all and if you have any great ideas, let us know. Of course, we do hope to increase donations to NAMI North Texas on North Texas Giving Day. Remember, there are matching dollars for online donations on September 17, 2020. Please keep NAMI North Texas in your minds and prayers. We are grateful for all of those who support us through giving of their time and money. We do use it wisely!
I’d best close for now. Have a terrific day and STAY SAFE and HEALTHY!
Sherry Cusumano
President of NAMI North Texas
I truly enjoyed doing the interview on Monday Night Live with Jen! Getting a chance to look back over my years on NAMI boards was a bit nostalgic for me. I’ve got to tell you, though, I’m excited about all the new and fresh ideas coming from the board, the staff, and from YOU! It’s very important to me that you always remember that you are at the center of everything that we do.
We have a new Advocacy Committee starting up! This has always been an important part of what NAMI offers. Many of you may know Claudia Smith, current member of the NAMI North Texas Board; Claudia has eagerly accepted the challenge to chair this committee. I’m sure you will be hearing from her in the future. Claudia is a true advocate! Remember, we have a new legislative session coming up soon that will kick off in January of 2021, so start preparing now! I hope that some of you who have an interest in advocacy will join her in the fight against stigma. If so, you will also have the opportunity to prepare to educate elected officials and the general public about the needs of people with mental illness and their families.
North Texas Giving Day is coming up soon. Do you have any ideas for how we can celebrate that day of giving? I found myself missing being able to see all of you (IN PERSON) so very much! Wouldn’t it be fun to meet in a park somewhere for a “picnic in your car” event? Everyone would have to bring their own food to eat in their car to maintain social distancing…Oh well, it was a thought. We could have a talent show/contest via Zoom (of course, I have no talent to share, so I’d just have to watch)…Give me a break, okay? I’m trying! I do miss you all and if you have any great ideas, let us know. Of course, we do hope to increase donations to NAMI North Texas on North Texas Giving Day. Remember, there are matching dollars for online donations on September 17, 2020. Please keep NAMI North Texas in your minds and prayers. We are grateful for all of those who support us through giving of their time and money. We do use it wisely!
I’d best close for now. Have a terrific day and STAY SAFE and HEALTHY!
Sherry Cusumano
President of NAMI North Texas