NAMI Central Florida

10/10/2026

October 10th is 💚

This year’s theme is “Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change.” Lived experiences are at the heart of NAMI’s mission and inform every aspect of our services. From our educational programs to support groups, NAMI Talks: In Our Own Voice, and Peer Council, we strive to empower those directly impacted by mental illness to share their stories.

Your story has the power to destigmatize mental illness and give someone else the courage to pursue recovery 🗣️

Today and everyday, we at NAMI want you to know that you are not alone. Your story matters. You matter. You have the power to make change. You make NAMI’s impact possible 🌎

Thank you to our incredible volunteers, program and support group leaders, NAMI Talks presenters, and CRPS Council for using your real voices to make real change in our community. You are NAMI!

10/07/2026

Art with purpose. Art with HOPE.

Be sure to visit our special Art Installation at the Gala of Giving HOPE and consider taking a piece home with you!

Every purchase makes an impact—proceeds go directly to the artists and help support NAMI Central Florida’s free mental health programs throughout our community.

Find a piece that speaks to you and take a little HOPE home. ❤️

09/30/2026

💙¡NAMI Central Florida está emocionado de celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana con un evento muy especial! Por primera vez, estaremos ofreciendo un evento enfocado en conectar a la comunidad latina de Florida Central con los recursos, programas y apoyo de NAMI.
Acompáñenos en NAMI Conecta: Comunidad y Esperanza, una oportunidad para aprender, conectar y conversar sobre la salud mental en un ambiente acogedor y comunitario. 
📍 Kissimmee, FL 
No es necesario registrarse con anticipación. ¡Esperamos verlos allí! 
💙NAMI Central Florida is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special event! For the first time, we’re hosting an event dedicated to connecting the Central Florida Latino community with NAMI’s programs, resources, and support.
Join us for NAMI Conecta: Comunidad y Esperanza, an opportunity to learn, connect, and have meaningful conversations about mental health in a welcoming community setting. 
📍 Kissimmee, FL 
No advance registration is required. We hope you’ll join us! 
 
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09/27/2026

NAMI Central Florida’s 4th Annual Gala of Giving Hope is October 9, 2026.  You do NOT want to miss our dynamic speaker Patric Young- Walking By Faith and enjoy the EXCLUSIVE art installation from our community partners. USE CODE: 40YEARS  when you check out and receive $40 off.  The code is only valid 9/27/26-9/28/26 Sponsors Include Orlando Health and University Behavioral Center

09/25/2026

It’s not just about raising money. It’s about raising HOPE. 💚

Join us as we celebrate 40 years of impact and help ensure NAMI Central Florida can continue providing free mental health education, support, and advocacy across our community.

🎟️ Ticket sales close Tuesday, September 29 at NOON! Www.namicf.org

Celebrate with us. Support the mission. Raise HOPE.

NAMI Central Florida offers no-cost mental health services. We help those with a mental illness, their families, caregivers, & friends. You are not alone!

09/23/2026

Volunteers are the lifeline of NAMI Central Florida’s team. Register to be a volunteer today
www.namicf.org and select “Get Involved”

Volunteer Opportunities are open TODAY.

09/15/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

September 15th marks the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage month, 30 days where we celebrate the contributions of Hispanic culture in the United States. September 15th is also the Independence Day in many Hispanic countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

We are proud to serve four diverse counties of Central Florida, where the Hispanic population ranges from 12.2% of Brevard County to 58.2% in Osceola. Culture and identity plays a critical role in mental health, and we are working to expand our resources to be accessible to every community through increased Spanish language resources and partnering with faith-based communities.

For more information on Hispanic mental health and culturally competent resources, please visit https://www.nami.org/community-and-culture/hispanic-latinx/

09/11/2026

Discounted Ticket Redemption Instructions:
1. Select the number of seats you need and add to cart
2. Check out
3. Tickets will automatically be loaded into your Account Manager.
Interested in purchasing 10+ seats or premium group spaces? Contact Amy Scheinfeldt at [email protected] or 407-868-8292

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honor the heroes who courageously stepped forward, and recognize the families and communities forever changed by that day.

Twenty-five years later, we are reminded of the strength that can be found when people come together in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

At NAMI Central Florida, we believe in the power of community, compassion, and hope. May we continue to care for one another, support those who carry wounds both seen and unseen, and never forget the lives and sacrifices of September 11.

We remember. We honor. We stand together. 🇺🇸

Community Hope

09/10/2026

Today, on World Su***de Prevention Day, we are reminded that su***de prevention is not something we recognize for just one day—it is a responsibility we carry throughout the year.

Just two days ago, on September 8, we recognized 988 Day, raising awareness of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline and the importance of ensuring that people know where to turn during a mental health crisis. Today, we build on that message by reminding our community that behind every statistic is a person, a family, a friend, and a story that matters.

As CEO of NAMI Central Florida, I believe prevention begins with connection—having difficult conversations, listening without judgment, recognizing when someone may be struggling, and reminding people they do not have to face their darkest moments alone.

At NAMI Central Florida, we remain committed to creating a community where conversations about mental health are welcomed, resources are accessible, and asking for help is met with compassion, not stigma.

There is help. There is hope. There is tomorrow.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or su***de crisis, call or text 988.

— Freddy Morello Jr.
CEO, NAMI Central Florida