NAMI Northwoods is an affiliate of NAMI, a non-profit organization that provides support, education and advocacy throughout the Marathon, Lincoln and Langlade counties in Wisconsin on behalf of individuals and families affected by mental illness.
NAMI Northwoods is an affiliate of NAMI, a non-profit organization that provides support, education and advocacy throughout the Marathon, Lincoln and Langlade counties in Wisconsin on behalf of individuals and families affected by mental illness.

What's Happening Now

Family to Family Program – Spring Classes 2019

NAMI Family-to-Family is for families, caregivers and friends of individuals with mental illness. The course is designed to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness, increase coping skills, and empower participants to become advocates for their family members. The course consists of 12 two-and-a-half hour sessions. Trained family members teach the course who know what it is like to have ...
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#Vote4MentalHealth – Make a Voting Plan

With just a few days to Election Day and with many states already conducting early voting, now is an important time to share information to help get out the vote. When mental health advocates vote, we want you to #Vote4MentalHealth! There are many ways people can vote (including early voting, absentee ballot, by mail or in-person on Election Day, so ...
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NEW! Wausau Peer Support Group – 4th Wednesdays

The NAMI Peer Support Group offers support in a safe, caring environment. The group is led by trained facilitators who have moved forward in their own recovery journey with the support of their peers. This informal meeting meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 4:00 PM, and begins with a 10-minute educational discussion and then on to an ...
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Family to Family Program – Fall Classes 2018

NAMI Family-to-Family is for families, caregivers and friends of individuals with mental illness. The course is designed to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness, increase coping skills, and empower participants to become advocates for their family members. The course consists of 12 two-and-a-half hour sessions. Trained family members teach the course who know what it is like to have ...
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Merrill Family Support Group – 2nd Wednesdays

Please join our Merrill Family Support group that will meet at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Merrill on the 2nd Wednesday of each month beginning on September 13th. The group will meet from 6-7pm. Hope to see you there! ...
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Wausau Family Support Group – 4th Monday

NAMI ~ Wausau Family Support Group Location: Marathon County Public Library ( 300 N 1st  Street, Wausau 2nd floor meeting room)  Date: 4th Monday of the month Time:  7:00 - 8:00 p.m. The Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. The hallmark of a NAMI support group is leveraging the collective ...
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