NAMI – NAMI Pomona Valley

NAMI Walks 2024

You won’t want to miss itLet’s raise our voices together to be heard, united in our commitment to raise awareness of NAMI Greater Los Angeles County’s free, mental health support, and education. Each year, we bring together corporations, community organizations, families, and individuals to raise funds and to meet LA’s mental health champions, who have worked to end the stigma.Whether you’re a previous participant or a new voice waiting to be heard, our Mental Health Fest and Walk will inspire. Greater Los Angeles County Mental Health Fest20th Anniversary! NAMIWalks participants…

Mission City Network, INC

1818 N. Orange Grove Ave, Suite #205 Pomona, CA 91767 Services are provided in a culturally and linguistically sensitive and competent manner and services areprovided by bilingual and/or bicultural staff. A range of health care services for your family’s healthneeds are available at very low cost or NO cost for persons who qualify.MCCN participates as a healthcare provider in several programs for low-income individuals andfamilies. Former Medi-CAL recipients and other low-income persons are encouraged to inquire aboutthese special programs.

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, it is crucial to shine a light on a topic that is often kept in the shadows within our community – mental health. According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), only about one-third of Hispanic people with mental illness sought treatment or resources, compared with 50 percent of non-Hispanic white people. This gap in mental health services has not significantly narrowed since 2012 (Basurto, 2020). These statistics are a stark reminder of the challenges our community faces in addressing…

NAMI Pomona Valley Services

NAMI Pomona Valley is dedicated to providing community based services for those affected by mental illness. This includes loved ones, caretakers and the person encountering difficulties themselves. NAMIPV is still holding virtual support groups, classes and events. Taking into account the impact of re-socializing and accessibility, along with concerns about vaccinations and new COVID-variants, NAMIPV is providing all services online and in person. Please check back for updates. Please let me know if you have any questions, I’d be happy to answer them. Call us at 909-625-2383.

Join NAMI Pomona Valley for Socials with a Purpose for an evening of connection, networking and inspiration. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. We are NAMI Pomona Valley (NAMIPV), a proud affiliate of NAMI and a nonprofit California corporation serving the Pomona Valley and surrounding communities since 2003. Thursday, August 24 · 6 – 8pm PDT Alliance Community Cultural Center 406 West 2nd Street Pomona, CA 91766 RSVP…

NAMI Pomona Valley is proud to recognize Minority Mental Health Month this July!! In these next conversations, we’ll meet Devin, Payal, Summer, and James. They will chat to us about thoughts on some of the barriers folks in minority communities face in getting adequate mental health care, why mental health is important and how they take care of theirs. Check out our YouTube page or watch them below!

Saint Remy Arts will be hosting art classes for individuals with mental illness, suicidal thoughts, or PTSD. Join us to create and connect with other in a safe space! Where: Claremont UCC 233 W. Harrison Ave. Claremont, CA 91711 Room 205 When: April dates are here! We offer FREE classes for individuals with mental illness, ptsd, or suicidal thoughts. Create and connect with others in a safe and positive space. Join us on April 2nd, 23rd, and 30th from 6-7:30 PM! To keep our classes intimate, we are limiting our…

With your support and high spirits, we intend to make an unprecedented impact on mental health in Los Angeles. You won’t want to miss itLet’s raise our voices together to be heard, united in our commitment to raise awareness of NAMI Greater Los Angeles County’s free, mental health support, and education. Each year, we bring together corporations, community organizations, families, and individuals to raise funds and to meet LA’s mental health champions, who have worked to end the stigma.Whether you’re a previous participant or a new voice waiting to be…

FREE ART Classes for Individuals with Mental Illness, PTSD, or Suicidal Thoughts. NO Prior art experience needed! LOCATION: Claremont United Church of Christ233 Harrison Ave. Claremont, CA 91711Room 205 DAYS & TIME:Tuesday, February 7, 2023 @6:30PMSaturday, February 18, 2023 @3:00PMTuesday, February 21, 2023 @6:30PMTuesday, February 28, 2023 @ 6:30PM For more information :Joshua Ramirezjoshua@saintremy.org

NAMI Pomona Valley’s Education Coordinator Kyoni Cummings shares a few words about her experience. I read an article recently and it took me back to my school days when we would learn about the Civil War, read certain books, or even “celebrate” Black History Month. I can see myself sitting in my elementary and high school classrooms, in the exact seat that I chose each day. I can see the whiteboard and the overhead projector. Then I start to feel anxious. My palms are sweating, and my hands are shaking…

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NAMI Walks 2024

Mission City Network, INC

Hispanic Heritage Month

NAMI Pomona Valley Services

You are invited to: Socials with a Purpose!

Minority Mental Health Month

Art for Recovery

NAMIWALKS 2023

FREE Art Classes

Black History Month – Spotlight