“The Bridge” Newsletter
Our newsletter, “The Bridge,” offers information about our local programs, courses, and community outreach activities as well as news of interest to our membership. We often include information about programs sponsored by other mental health support organizations in or near our affiliate towns. We publish the first Wednesday of each month, except in July and August. To inquire about submitting or collaborating on an article, contact us at nami.cmsx@gmail.com. To sign up to receive “The Bridge” via email, send us an email or use the form below.
We hope to expand our communication team and seek volunteers who might enjoy writing, sharing regional mental health news, or growing connections on social media. Let’s chat about communication! Contact us at nami.cmsx@gmail.com to discuss the volunteer opportunities.
New 24/7 DMH Behavioral Health Help Line for Massachusetts
A new 24/7 Department of Mental Health Behavioral Health Help Line is set to launch in January 2023. Also, learn more about 988 in Massachusetts.
Family-to-Family Course for January 2023
Our affiliate will host a virtual Family-to-Family courses this January 2023. Family-to-Family is an 8 session, free, weekly class for family members or friends of someone living with a mental health condition.
NAMI Mass Convention; Two of our Members in Action
Dr. Ken Duckworth, NAMI’s Chief Medical Officer, gave a riveting review of NAMI’s new book, “You Are Not Alone.” His local panelists were 4 of the many people with lived experience who are featured in the book. Also, NAMI Central Middlesex members Steve Hadden and Lindsay Farnum were featured in the day’s program.
Looking Ahead to the Central Middlesex Annual Meeting
Save the Date for our Annual Meeting in January 2023. Review the slate of board candidates. Register for the meeting and the Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHC) webinar.
Events & Resources December
NAMI Ask the Expert: The Impact of Sound and Music
Acton-Boxborough United Way
Affiliate Annual Meeting: January 23, 2023
Sharing Our Stories
New Treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder
December Calendar
NAMI Central Middlesex Board of Directors
President’s Message for November
New 144 bed acute behavioral health care facility planned for Malden
25 Community Behavioral Health Centers rollout in Massachusetts in January 2023
Opportunities to volunteer now for 2023 Board of Directors and Finance Committee
Hope Gardens
A Hope Garden is being planted at Emerson Hospital. NAMI Central Middlesex President Lori Krinsky and Treasurer Jennie Payne joined others to plant yellow tulip bulbs. Learn about the The Yellow Tulip Project.
Introducing the 2022 “Stand Up to Stigma” Scarecrows!
This slideshow of our 2022 “Stand Up to Stigma” scarecrows will make you smile. Check out the Jack-O’- Lantern Glow By event too.
College Panel: Review and Improve
After 10 very informative and successful years, the College Panel event from NAMI Central Middlesex will get a refresh. If you navigated college while living with a mental health condition, supported someone who did, attended a previous College Panel event, or have a history working with high school students, your perspective would be most welcome.
Events & Resources November
Acton-Boxborough United Way: Share Your Story
Affiliate Annual Meeting: January 23, 2023
In Our Own Voice
Sharing Our Stories
Alternatives to Suicide Peer Group
Grow a Strong Family offers Education on Psychosis
November Calendar
NAMI Central Middlesex Board of Directors
Newsletter Archives
Find previous posts from “The Bridge” organized by categories such as Resources and Personal Stories.
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