WE ARE NAMI EASTSIDE
East King County Affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness
We are a community-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life for those impacted by a mental health condition through Advocacy, Education, and Support.
Our Mission
The mission of NAMI Eastside is to provide advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all people impacted by mental illness and mental health conditions can lead healthy and productive lives.
How can we help you?
Connect with a Support Group
Family Support Groups
Thank you to our Annual Sponsors!
Ignite Kirkland: Supporting Mental Health, Strengthening Our Community
By NAMI Eastside |
Ignite Kirkland: Supporting Mental Health, Strengthening Our Community At NAMI Eastside, we believe that strong communities are built on connection, compassion, and access to care. That’s why we’re proud to be part of Ignite Kirkland, a community-driven campaign through the Kirkland Community Foundation that uplifts local nonprofits and connects neighbors with meaningful ways to give…
Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week: Why Early Recognition Matters
By NAMI Eastside |
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year, May 4–10, 2026, marks Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week (TDAW); a national effort to spotlight a serious but often overlooked movement disorder that affects hundreds of thousands of people in the United States. TDAW brings together the mental health community, healthcare providers, advocates, care partners, and people living…
NAMI Eastside Remains Strong and Here for You
By NAMI Eastside |
You may have seen the recent Seattle Times story about NAMI Washington and its dissolution. I want you to hear directly from us: NAMI Eastside is strong, and we are here for our community. For 25 years, our grassroots organization has been at the frontlines of supporting, educating, and advocating for families, peers, and friends…
In Loving Memory | Girish Joshi
By NAMI Eastside |
We are saddened to share the news that our board member, Girish Joshi, passed away unexpectedly last week. Girish was a dedicated advocate for youth mental health and a powerful voice in the work to end stigma. As a Mental Health First Aid facilitator, he helped educate and empower countless community members. He also played…
Mitigating Crisis Around the Holidays: A Guide for Adults with Bipolar Disorder, Burned Out Professionals, and Mental Health Caregivers | By: Michelle Solomon LICSW
By Guest Contributor |
While holidays and the end of the year are often associated with celebration, connection with loved ones, traditions, and planning for the year ahead, they can also be met with chaos, stress, triggers, and sometimes even unexpected crises. As a licensed therapist that specializes in bipolar disorder, burnout, and mental health caregiving, I want to…
Building a Resilient Future: Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention – By: Harkirat Kaur
By Guest Contributor |
A Personal Story: Olivia’s Silent StruggleI want to share a story about my best friend, Olivia-the star of our school’s volleyball team, admired by peers and teachers alike. Olivia and I shared a bond that felt unbreakable. We had the same P.E. and first period classes, shared lunch periods, and spent nearly every school day…
Honoring Our 2025 Mental Health Champions: Senator Manka Dhingra and Congressman Adam Smith
By Laura Folmar |
As NAMI Eastside prepares to celebrate our annual Gala on Friday, October 10, 2025, (tickets are still available here) we are proud to recognize two extraordinary leaders as this year’s Mental Health Champions — Senator Manka Dhingra and Congressman Adam Smith. These honorees exemplify what it means to lead with compassion, courage, and commitment to…
NAMI Advocacy: New Executive Order on Homelessness, Plus Good News on 988
By Laura Folmar |
Late yesterday afternoon, Thursday, July 24, the White House released a new Executive Order from President Trump entitled “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets” (read the full text and fact sheet). NAMI is deeply concerned about this order, which largely focuses on people with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Earlier today, NAMI…
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In response to COVID-19, Washington has launched Washington Listens, a support program and phone line to help people manage elevated levels of stress due to the pandemic. Callers will speak with a support specialist and get connected to community resources in their area. The program is anonymous.
The support line is available from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. TTY and language access services are available by using 7-1-1 or their preferred method.
TAKING A STAND FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE
In the face of the killing of George Floyd and so many persons of color before him, we cannot carry on with “business as usual”. It is up to each of us, and all of us together, to express our solidarity and our support for the eradication of systemic racism.
Silence communicates acquiescence. We will not be silent. We will raise our voices to challenge the denial of human rights and basic decency. Our nation is in crisis and out of this crisis comes the imperative for structural change. We must work to significantly change our systems, institutions, and attitudes. As a community, we insist on the positive changes sought by the “Black Lives Matter” movement. It is simply not enough to make statements. NAMI Eastside board members and staff commit to educating ourselves more about systemic racism. As we learn, we will take an ongoing inventory of our mental health programs and communication systems in order to identify and eliminate racism and bias within our organization.
You are not alone. Black Lives Matter.
In solidarity,
NAMI Eastside Board of Directors and Staff
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