NAMI Palm Beach County serves residents across our counties with free mental health support, online groups, resources and education.
Depression is not weakness, it’s biology By Nicole L. Baganz, Ph.D., M.S. 6:00 a.m.: The clock glared at me, but I pulled the sheets over my head. 10:01 a.m.:. Still in bed, my body felt like lead. 1:03 p.m.: … Read more
By Robyn Welch, MSN, RN Every year millions of people around the world are touched by suicide – whether through personal struggle, the loss of a loved one, or the ripple effects that follows in families, schools, and communities … Read more
The Peer Council President serves as a vital leader within NAMI PBC, representing the voice and interests of individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges. This volunteer role is responsible for guiding the Peer Council in its mission to … Read more
Celebrating a Year of Impact, Growth, and Hope In 2024, NAMI Palm Beach County reached new heights—raising over $1 million and expanding our programs to serve more individuals and families affected by mental illness. From launching new initiatives like NAMI … Read more
NAMI PBC members are invited to join us for the NAMI PBC Annual Meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. NAMI Palm Beach County 5205 Greenwood Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 The Annual Meeting will … Read more
NAMI – In the News
- MacKenzie Scott Just Gave $59 Million to the Nation’s Largest Mental Health Organization February 3, 2026On January 30, Mackenzie Scott donated $59 million to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), nearly doubling the $30 million gift she made to the organization in 2022. The post MacKenzie Scott Just Gave $59 Million to the Nation’s Largest Mental Health Organization appeared first on NAMI.
- What to Know About Psychiatric Advance Directives for Schizophrenia January 30, 2026Psychiatric advance directives can help provide clarity about an individual's needs and treatment decisions when they are experiencing a mental health crisis, which is important not just for the person but also for everyone treating them, says Dr. Ken Duckworth, NAMI chief medical officer. The post What to Know About Psychiatric Advance Directives for Schizophrenia […]
