NAMI Southwestern Illinois

NAMI Southwestern Illinois NAMI Southwestern Illinois provides free advocacy, education & support for those affected by mental illness. Follow us to learn more about what we do!

As part of the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, we serve 10 counties in IL.

Today is 988 Day. 💚You don't have to wait until things feel unbearable to ask for help.The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline...
09/08/2026

Today is 988 Day. 💚

You don't have to wait until things feel unbearable to ask for help.

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing emotional distress, a mental health or substance use crisis, or simply needing someone to talk to.

📱 Call or text 988
💬 Chat at 988Lifeline.org
🆓 Free and confidential

Your reason for reaching out doesn't have to be “big enough.” Your reason is reason enough.

Know someone who might need this? Share this post. You never know who needs the reminder today. 💚

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💙 THANK YOU, TOUCHETTE REGIONAL HOSPITAL! 💙We’re proud to recognize Touchette Regional Hospital as a Silver Sponsor of ...
09/08/2026

💙 THANK YOU, TOUCHETTE REGIONAL HOSPITAL! 💙

We’re proud to recognize Touchette Regional Hospital as a Silver Sponsor of the 2026 NAMIWalks!

Their generous $2,500 sponsorship helps NAMI Southwestern Illinois continue building awareness, providing education and support, and making sure people and families affected by mental illness know they are not alone.

We’re grateful to have community partners like Touchette Regional Hospital standing with us and supporting better mental health for everyone in Southwestern Illinois. 💚

Thank you, Touchette Regional Hospital, for helping us Walk Your Way Toward Mental Health for All! 👟

Not registered to walk yet? Register now at: https://www.namiwalks.org/swi
Or visit our website for more information.

💙 You don't need a birthday to make a difference.Tomorrow, September 5, is International Day of Charity, a day dedicated...
09/04/2026

💙 You don't need a birthday to make a difference.

Tomorrow, September 5, is International Day of Charity, a day dedicated to giving, volunteering, and taking action to help others.

And we have a challenge for you:

What if you turned your Facebook into a way to support mental health in your community?

You can create a Facebook fundraiser benefiting NAMI Southwestern Illinois and invite your friends and family to give.

You don't have to wait for a birthday. You don't need to host an event. And you don't have to raise thousands of dollars to make an impact.

Every contribution helps NAMI Southwestern Illinois continue our work to provide support, education, advocacy, and hope to people affected by mental illness and the people who care about them.

💙 Want to help?

➡️ Start a fundraiser for NAMI Southwestern Illinois
➡️ Share it with your friends and family
➡️ Tell them why mental health matters to you

Maybe mental health has touched your life.
Maybe someone you love has needed support.
Maybe you believe that no one should have to face mental illness alone.

Whatever your reason, this is a chance to turn that belief into action.

Let's make our community a little more supportive, a little more connected, and a lot less alone.

This International Day of Charity, give hope. Share hope. Be part of hope. 💙

SWI

💙 We’re proud to welcome Bristol Myers Squibb as a Silver Sponsor of NAMIWalks!Their generous support helps NAMI Southw...
09/03/2026

💙 We’re proud to welcome Bristol Myers Squibb as a Silver Sponsor of NAMIWalks!

Their generous support helps NAMI Southwestern Illinois continue its mission of providing education, support, advocacy, and hope to individuals and families affected by mental illness.

Thank you, Bristol Myers Squibb, for standing with us and helping create a community where no one has to face mental health challenges alone. We’re grateful to have you walking with us! 👟💙

Want to be part of NAMIWalks? Register today and join us as we walk together to raise awareness, fight stigma, and support mental health in our community. 💙
https://www.namiwalks.org/swi

🧔 Happy National Beard Day!Let’s be honest: maintaining a good beard takes a little work. Washing, brushing, trimming, c...
09/03/2026

🧔 Happy National Beard Day!

Let’s be honest: maintaining a good beard takes a little work. Washing, brushing, trimming, conditioning… maybe even a fancy beard oil. 😂

And you know what? Taking care of yourself takes work, too.

Self-care doesn't have to mean a spa day or a week-long vacation. Sometimes it's taking a shower, getting enough sleep, stepping outside for a few minutes, spending time doing something you enjoy, or simply giving yourself permission to rest. And you don't need a beard to do that. 😉

So today, take care of the beard (metaphorical or real) and take care of the person underneath it. 💚

📣 WE’RE HIRING!NAMI Southwestern Illinois is looking for a Mental Health Mentors Coordinator to help lead and grow our y...
09/02/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING!

NAMI Southwestern Illinois is looking for a Mental Health Mentors Coordinator to help lead and grow our youth and young adult mentorship program in St. Clair County.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by:
✨ Connecting young people and families with mental health resources
✨ Supporting mentors and volunteers
✨ Facilitating mental health education and wellness activities
✨ Building partnerships throughout the community
✨ Helping young people develop resilience, self-advocacy skills, and pathways toward behavioral health careers

Position Details:
📍 St. Clair County, IL | Hybrid, mostly remote
🕐 Part-time | 20 hours/week
💵 $20/hour

A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience with youth, families, mental health, peer support, mentoring, education, or community outreach is a plus.

Lived experience matters here. Individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges, recovery, caregiving, or other relevant experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

👉 View the full job description and apply:
https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=77056b3d60f65041&from=shareddesktop_copy

📢 Know someone who would be a great fit? Share this post!

What happens when we use music to tell the stories we don’t always know how to say out loud?This month, join NAMI Southw...
09/02/2026

What happens when we use music to tell the stories we don’t always know how to say out loud?

This month, join NAMI Southwestern Illinois for Tuning Out Stigma: A Story & Music Experience with mental health advocate, speaker, musician and author Theresa San Luis Teller.

Through original music and personal storytelling, Theresa will share her experiences with mental health challenges, recovery, faith, resilience and hope.

This isn’t just a concert.

It’s an opportunity to listen, connect, and have an honest conversation about mental health and stigma.

💙 Monday, September 21
📍 144 E Ferguson Avenue, Wood River, IL
🕕 Doors open at 6:00 PM
🎵 Program begins at 6:30 PM
🎟️ FREE & open to the public

Come for the music.
Stay for the story.
Leave with hope.

Pre-register at: https://namiswi.org/tuning-out-stigma-event/

NAMI SWI is always staying busy. 😉Last week was a jam-packed one for us. We were happy to attend the When Mental Illness...
09/01/2026

NAMI SWI is always staying busy. 😉

Last week was a jam-packed one for us.
We were happy to attend the When Mental Illness Hits Home event at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows last Friday. They had some wonderful speakers and we enjoyed getting out and talking with people in the community.

Where do you think we’ll be next? 👀

🤝 So… what do NAMI volunteers actually do?A lot more than you might think!Our volunteers help NAMI Southwestern Illinois...
09/01/2026

🤝 So… what do NAMI volunteers actually do?

A lot more than you might think!

Our volunteers help NAMI Southwestern Illinois connect with the community, spread mental health awareness, support events, share resources, and keep our mission moving forward. 💙

And there isn't just one way to volunteer.

Maybe you're great at organizing. Maybe you love talking to people. Maybe you're a social media whiz. Maybe you want to help at events. Maybe you simply have a few hours here and there that you'd like to put toward something meaningful.

There’s room for all kinds of volunteers at NAMI SWI. 🌱

Not every volunteer role requires specialized mental health training, and we'll let you know when training or other requirements apply.

Interested in finding your place? We'd love to have you join us. 💙

Complete the volunteer application here: https://namiswi.org/get-involved/volunteer/

Come on out to the 1st Annual Overdose Awareness Candlelight Vigil at Wock Family Lake in Jerseyville!! 💜
08/29/2026

Come on out to the 1st Annual Overdose Awareness Candlelight Vigil at Wock Family Lake in Jerseyville!! 💜

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Wood River, IL
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Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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