NAMI Southeast Wisconsin

Excited to see the CHIP (Community Health Improvement Plan) Mental Health Action Team vetting the impactful 'Ending the Silence' presentation by NAMI Southeast Wisconsin. This engaging program empowers middle and high school students to recognize the warning signs of mental health conditions and take action for themselves or loved ones. Available both in-person and online, NAMI’s Ending the Silence is a vital resource for fostering awareness and support in our community. ? https://lnkd.in/gpvvevsx

From health care to the economy to criminal justice and more, mental health touches many of the issues that you might care about the most. Whenever you cast your ballot, you #Vote4MentalHealth, whether you realize it or not. Every elected official – from the president and Congress to county commissioners and city councilmembers – has influence on issues impacting people affected by mental health conditions. Your vote matters. See how the issues you care about intersect with mental health. https://lnkd.in/gpgfH_Mk

NAMI Southeast Wisconsin opened a new hub location at Concordia 27 this summer. This collaborative space has brought so much collective energy around the idea of wellness as well as increased access to supportive services in the near west side. We're proud to be part of this movement. ?P.S. If you participated in our NAMIWalks a few weeks ago, you'll recognize Tiffany Miller who delivered a poem about living with joy at our walk:) Tiffany is the owner of Fruition Mke, a cafe, co-working space, and maker-space at Concordia 27. Near West Side Partners (NWSP) Fruition MKE Scaling Wellness in MKE (SWIM)

Eat Like Tony, Drink Like Zamir at Busbysmke next week. Celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain died by suicide in 2018. This event will feature his companion Zamir Gotta, from the show No Reservations in a fundraiser designed to spread peace and raise awareness for suicide prevention. This special evening will feature small plates and three signature cocktails – food prepared by Lisa Kirkpatrick and Paul Zerkel of Goodkind, with cocktails crafted by the team from Busby’s. There will also be an art auction to help raise funds for NAMI Southeast Wisconsin. Only a few tickets remain-Join us! https://lnkd.in/gceg3kad

For #suicidepreventionmonth We've been delivering 4,000 of these 988 pins to schools for teachers to wear on their lanyards so that students are aware of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. We want every young person to know that they matter and they are not alone. If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or Text 988 24-hours a day. * * * 911 Medical Emergency Milwaukee County 24-hour Crisis Line (414) 257-7222 Waukesha County DHHS Crisis Line (262) 548-7666 NAMI Youth & Young Adult Helpline 800-950-NAMI (6264) UpliftWI Warmline (534) 202-5438

Walk with us so that no one walks alone on their mental health journey…October 5 at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Take a stand (and a walk) if you believe that mental health IS health?? https://lnkd.in/g8xQ6dpY ??Mark Frohna

If you know someone who struggles with suicidal ideation, let them know that they can talk with you about what they’re going through. Talking about suicide does not encourage someone to take their life. #suicidepreventionmonth . . . ?? ASK: “Are you thinking about suicide?” It’s not an easy question to ask, but it can help start a conversation. Studies show that asking people if they are suicidal does not increase suicidal behavior or thoughts. ??BE THERE: Listening without judgment is key to learning what the person is thinking and feeling. Research suggests acknowledging and talking about suicide may reduce suicidal thoughts. ??HELP KEEP THEM SAFE: Reducing access to highly lethal items or places can help prevent suicide. Asking the person if they have a plan and making lethal means less available or less deadly can help the person stay safe when suicidal thoughts arise. ??HELP THEM CONNECT: Connecting the person with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline?(call or text 988) and other community resources can give them a safety net when they need it. You can also help them reach out to a trusted family member, friend, spiritual advisor, or mental health professional. ??FOLLOW UP: Staying in touch with the person after they have experienced a crisis or been discharged from care can make a difference. Studies show that supportive, ongoing contact can play an important role in suicide prevention. (source: National Institute of Mental Health) . . . If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis: Call or Text 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 911 Medical Emergency Milwaukee County 24-hour Crisis Line (414) 257-7222 Waukesha County DHHS Crisis Line (262) 548-7666 NAMI Youth & Young Adult Helpline 800-950-NAMI (6264) UpliftWI Warmline (534) 202-5438

"The stress and mental health challenges faced by parents — just like loneliness, workplace well-being and the impact of social media on youth mental health — aren’t always visible, but they can take a steep toll. It’s time to recognize they constitute a serious public health concern for our country. Parents who feel pushed to the brink deserve more than platitudes. They need tangible support." US Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek H. Murthy. ??If you or someone you know is struggling, we are here to help...www.namisoutheastwi.org https://lnkd.in/g5KqiDkM?

Is #mentalhealth seen as a priority in your workplace? While 1 out of 5 people will experience a mental illness, 5 out of 5 are impacted. Post-partum depression, anxiety, OCD, Bipolar disorder, eating disorders and others affect how we show up each day and how we interact with each other. And it can make it extremely challenging and isolating for those who experience shame and stigma. We are proud to celebrate the companies who are making an investment in healthy communities through their sponsorship of this year's NAMIWalks awareness and fundraising event on October 5 at the Milwaukee County Zoo. If you are part of a company that cares, please share and consider sponsorship as a way to show employees and the community that #mentalhealthmatters. Or form a team and walk with 1000 of your community members! Can't wait to get one step closer to ending the stigma around mental illness! https://lnkd.in/g8xQ6dpY #namiwalks #iamnamiwalks #endthestigma Rogers Behavioral Health Froedtert Health AbbVie Quartz Health Solutions Eaton The Boldt Company Optum @mhshealthwisconsin

"I walk because community has been one of the keys to my recovery journey." - Margaux Baumgarten, Board Director, Presenter, and Volunteer. NAMIWalks is a chance for the commUNITY to celebrate their own resilience and recovery and to show those who are struggling that they are not alone. Whether you have been participating in NAMIWalks for years, or you are hoping to join us for the first time, all are welcome! On October 5, walk with a community that cares about your experiences with mental health and wants you to walk in the sunshine, and not the shadows of shame.?#namiwalkssewi?#iamnamiwalks?#mentalhealth?#milwaukee?#communityofcare?#youarenotalone Turn your passion into purpose and register at:?https://lnkd.in/g8xQ6dpY