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HIGHLIGHTS OF 2009

In 2009, NAMI NJ provided exemplary support, education and advocacy programs to help family members and consumers cope with the impact of mental illness. Public awareness events throughout NJ provided an opportunity to offer presentations and distribute thousands of publications about mental illness, mental health resources and current scientific research. View highlights of our 2009 programs and activities.

NAMI NJ PROGRAM OVERVIEW

NAMI NJ staff and volunteer leaders are committed to education and advocacy as the pathway to recovery, empowerment and wellness. Through public awareness activities NAMI NJ challenges and works to eliminate stigma and discrimination. NAMI NJ’s Program Overview shows the broad range of activities.

ADVOCACY

Advocacy E-news from NAMI NJ
1. State psych hospitals need an independent watchdog
2. NJ police recruits to take suicide prevention training
3. Greystone preservation gets boost from Codey
4. Help in coping with OCD is but a phone call away

NAMI NJ SUPPORT TO VETERANS

NAMI NJ maintains a very close working relationship with VHA NJ and NJ Department of Veterans and Military Affairs (DMAVA) on mental illness issues for Veterans, active military, and families. NAMI NJ is an active member of the New Jersey Veterans Affairs Health Care System (VANJ) Veterans Advisory Council (VAC), which provides Veterans' patient related input and recommendations to the Assistant Chief of Staff for Mental Health Services. More...

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