NAMI South Central Iowa

06/19/2026

Thank you everyone in Centerville for participating in the ice cream social at the Municipal Band tonight. We appreciate you!

06/18/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring: AmeriCorps VISTA Opportunity with NAMI South Central Iowa!
We’re looking for a passionate individual to join our team and help expand access to mental health support across 11 rural counties in South Central Iowa.
This position focuses on building community connections, strengthening partnerships with schools and local organizations, supporting grant writing efforts, and helping reduce barriers to mental health care in underserved areas.

💰 Benefits include:
• Living allowance: $68.39/day ($24,962/year)
• Paid time off
• Student loan forbearance
• Professional development opportunities
• End of Service Award: Choose either a $7,395 Segal Education Award or a $1,800 cash stipend

This is a one-year AmeriCorps VISTA service position dedicated to creating lasting impact in rural communities.

📍 Service areas include: Appanoose, Clarke, Davis, Decatur, Lucas, Mahaska, Marion, Monroe, Ringgold, Wapello, and Wayne counties. With an emphasis on our Appanoose County office located in Centerville.

If you’re interested in making a difference in mental health access and community wellness, we’d love to hear from you!

🌐 To apply, please visit the following link:
https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=128882&fbclid=IwY2xjawRpjbdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1MU5aZnhuVXNnUnZOUTI3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqkyFXytZymfqYsRGGtkDfXoTSCIPKvovWhVM2QleUmpRq2dxNZieMdJh_p2_aem_yTQNby5tFMGBgba9kcM8GQ

06/18/2026

Are you interested in learning more about NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) South Central Iowa, our programs, or volunteer opportunities?

Join us for this informal, informative session and discover how you can get involved!

📅 Thursday, June 25th
⏰ 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
💻 Join via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.live.com/meet/9357368204337?p=WHp1WRtGzCpAkUWdUe

06/18/2026

Throwback Thursday!
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“A brief look at certain public figures suggests that living with mental illness does not have to hinder success and innovation.”

https://www.nami.org/blog/improving-the-hiring-process-for-people-with-mental-illness/

06/18/2026

Friendly Reminder:

NAMI Family Support Group will be virtual only next week, Monday, June 22nd.

We hope to see you there!

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

Wellness Wednesday!
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Image via Hi, How Are You Project

06/16/2026

Thoughtful Tuesday!
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Image via Debbiekay