NAMI Hillsborough, the local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, announced the appointment of Natasha A. Pierre as Executive Director, effective July 1, 2020. She is the first to hold the position for the affiliate since its inception in 1987. Pierre is a professional speaker, author, and life and career coach. She served more »
Read MoreThe National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released the following statement from CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., regarding recent racist incidents across the country and their impact on mental health: “The effect of racism and racial trauma on mental health is real and cannot be ignored. The disparity in access to mental health care in more »
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Natasha A. Pierre, CWIP, CPLC Phone: 813-2172893 Email: NPierre@NAMIHillsborough.org Website: NAMIHillsborough.org TAMPA BAY NAMI AFFILIATES LAUNCH VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS Tampa, FL, March 30, 2020 – The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) affiliates in Hillsborough and Pasco Counties are responding to the coronavirus pandemic by launching joint virtual support groups. “Covid-19 more »
Read MoreOn Saturday, March 7, 2020, NAMI Hillsborough hosted its first Open House of 2020 at The Portico in downtown Tampa. The family-friendly event allowed attendees to learn more about NAMI Hillsborough’s FREE educational programs, FREE support groups, local and state advocacy, 2020 public outreach initiatives and opportunities to get involved. The event was moderated by more »
Read MoreWTSP Link Advocates say Florida not enforcing law that protects against mental health insurance discrimination The #StopTheStigma hashtag has been helpful in efforts to break down the stigma surrounding mental illness. Author: Phil Buck Published: 3:54 PM EDT October 23, 2019 Updated: 9:15 AM EDT October 24, 2019 PETERSBURG, Fla. — While the #StopTheStigma hashtag has been used more »
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