NAMI Ruston

10/16/2026

10/08/2026

Su***de Awareness Seminar Held at Grambling State University

A powerful and meaningful Su***de Awareness Seminar was held at Grambling State University, led by Dr. Tanya Brandy, NAMI Board Member. The seminar created a safe space for awareness, truth, healing, and meaningful conversations surrounding mental health and su***de prevention.

Our featured speaker, Ms. JoAnn Blake, courageously shared her personal story, touching the hearts and minds of everyone in attendance. Her testimony reminded us of the importance of speaking openly, breaking the silence, and letting others know that they are not alone.

The students were deeply engaged throughout her presentation. Their heartfelt responses echoed throughout the room:

💙 “Speak the TRUTH!” 💙 “OMG… GOD Is GOOD!” 💙 “Tears and Cheers!”

The event also featured an informative wellness booth provided by Dr. Elise Reed and Dr. Mardi Sale, offering valuable resources and education on mental wellness, mental illness, depression, and PTSD.

We were also honored to have our Board Members in full attendance, including Professor Jamie Arthurlee, demonstrating their commitment to the well-being and mental wellness of our students and community.

This seminar was more than an event—it was a reminder that our stories matter, our voices matter, and our lives matter.

Let’s continue to speak the truth, check on one another, listen without judgment, and remind those who may be struggling they matter.

10/07/2026

💚💙 HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR MENTAL HEALTH! 💙💚

Please support Elise Reed, Ed.D., LCSW-BACS, Team Captain of the Community Enrichment Group, as we participate in NAMIWalks Ruston 2026!

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
⏰ 9:00 A.M.–12:00 P.M.
📍 Lincoln Parish Park | Ruston, Louisiana

Every donation helps support NAMI’s mission of mental health education, advocacy, resources, and support for individuals and families.

💙 Support Dr. Elise Reed and the Community Enrichment Group Team!

👉 https://www.namiwalks.org/participants/Elise-Reed

Please donate, share, and help us raise awareness for Mental Health for All!

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10/01/2026

The next NAMI Support Group Meeting is Thursday, October 15, 2026. For more information contact Dr. Jeannetta Jones at [email protected].