Webinar Series for Faith Leaders

January 12, 2022 by NAMI Staff

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NAMI Metro Baltimore’s annual conference for faith community leaders took place virtually in 2021 and was a 3-part webinar series to help educate and support faith leaders. Participants learned new strategies and gained tools to help support the mental well-being of their congregations.

This educational program has passed, however you can view recordings of the Webinars of your interest by clicking the links below. Be sure to click the play button on the bottom of the screen in the new window.

Mental Health Stigma | July 22nd

A discussion led by Rev. Bryce A. Jones will define social and perceived mental health stigma and the factors that cause stigma. Participants will learn how to help reduce mental health stigma in their congregations.

About the Presenter: Rev. Bryce A. Jones graduated from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University with a Masters of Divinity. Ordained in the Gospel ministry at New Friendship Baptist Church in Baltimore, Rev. Jones currently serves as the Minister of Urban Affairs and Political and Community Outreach.

Vicarious Trauma |July 29th

Rev. Bryce A. Jones joins us again to discuss the emotional, mental and physical toll that is often imposed on faith leaders. Participants will learn how to identify and define vicarious trauma, and more importantly how to strengthen themselves and their organization against compassion fatigue and burnout.

You can watch a recording of the Webinar by clicking here!

Congregational Depression Assistance Program |August 5th

Dr. W. Dan Hale of Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center will lead a discussion to inform participants of a congregational mental health training program and how faith organizations can get involved.

About the Presenter: Dr. W. Dan Hale is a clinical psychologist who serves as special advisor to the President of Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and director of the hospital’s Healthy Community Partnership. He is the coauthor of Healing Bodies and Souls: A Practical Guide for Congregations.

You can watch a recording of the Webinar by clicking here!

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Upcoming Ending the Silence Presentations

December 15, 2021 by NAMI Staff

NAMI Ending the Silence is an hour-long, free presentation led by two leaders: one who shares an informative presentation with key statistics and facts on mental health conditions, and a young adult with a mental health condition who shares their journey of recovery.

Audience members can ask questions and gain understanding of an often-misunderstood topic. Through dialogue, we can help grow the movement to end stigma so people seek support, sooner.

NAMI Ending the Silence Will Teach You…

Warning signs and symptoms
How to reach out and support a student in distress
Where to seek mental health support
Healthy coping strategies
Local mental health resources
A young adult’s journey towards recovery

Upcoming Presentations for Parents and Guardians

Click the presentation of your interest to RSVP on Zoom.

For Parents and Guardians

For School Faculty & Staff

For questions, contact Volunteer and Outreach Manager Sarah Arndt at sarndt@namibaltimore.org or call our HelpLine at (410) 435-2600.

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Support Group Schedule

July 12, 2021 by NAMI Staff

As it becomes safe to hold in-person programming, NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore has resumed a few of its support groups at Sheppard Pratt and Christian Temple. We will continue to offer virtual support groups as well, on an alternating schedule.

We will follow all safety protocols set in place by both the Baltimore City and County Health Departments and our partners to ensure the safety of participants.

Click the support group of your interest to learn more and register!

Space is limited, so advance registration for in-person support groups is required.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our staff via email at info@namibaltimore.org, or call our HelpLine (Available Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm) at (410) 435 – 2600.

We look forward to seeing you again!

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