VOLUNTEER WITH NAMI-WCI

NAMI-WCI is a grassroots organization made up of dedicated volunteers.  We are looking for individuals who have been directly and indirectly affected by mental illness to join our volunteer family!

 

WHY SHOULD YOU VOLUNTEER WITH NAMI-WCI?

  • VOLUNTEERS LIVE LONGER AND HAPPIER LIVES.
  • TO BE A GOOD HUMAN
  • OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERECE IN OUR COMMUNITY.
  • PRACTICACL REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE, GREAT PEPARATION FOR A HELPING CAREER.
  • BUILDING FRIENDSHIPS AND MEET AMAZING PEOPLE WHO HAVE INSPIRING STORIES.

Volunteer

NAMI-WCI has a variety of volunteer opportunities. We meet with each prospective volunteer individually for a personal conversation. These meetings are held in person or via Zoom.

Several opportunities involve training, which NAMI-WCI provides. Please review the descriptions below for more information.

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS with NAMI-WEST CENTRAL INDIANA

Additionally, we need skills individuals who are willing to give their time to an amazing cause. Specific skill sets we are seeking are:

Computer Specialist/IT

Grant Writers

Social Media Specialists

 

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Individuals living with mental illness and family members of individuals living with mental illness are invited to share their stories of challenges and triumphs in whatever format they feel comfortable. You may write a testimonial to be included on this webpage. If you want to be part of our stigma free presentations, or want to be trained to share your experiences with other community members. This is a great way to dispel misconceptions and help to eliminate stigma.

These presentations have been extremely successful - we are getting so much interest and support from our audiences that our presenters often say they get such a boost from sharing their stories, it makes them feel good for days after. 

 

CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAMS

THE LANDING at NAMI-WCI

Do you possess a special skill, talent, or interest? Interested in making a positive impact?

The Landing is a warm, inviting community resource for anyone looking to learn more about mental health. It is a safe, stigma-free gathering place where participants come to socialize and feel accepted.

Some activities available include:

Support Groups

Games

Craft Club

Writing Group

 

In addition, we are seeking volunteers with general office experience to assist with clerical support.

 

Made possible by a generous grant from United Way of Greater Lafayette.

EVENT PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION

Do you have what it takes to plan, market, and execute an event? NAMI-WCI wants you to join or volunteer family! Each year NAMI-WCI holds at least four major fundraising events.  We are looking for individuals who will assist with everything from preplanning phases of the event to day of setup.

Event planning is a fun and interesting way to get involved in our community.

EVENTS:

TOAST To Mental Health - May

GALA - MARCH

CHAPPY RIDE - September

NAMI Fall Classic - October

SUPPORT AND EDUCATE

Individuals living with mental illness and family members of individuals living with mental illness can receive training to become a volunteer teacher or group facilitator for NAMI-WCI. There is always a need for teachers and facilitators!

Training is required to facilitate or teach. We will ask you to first be a participant in a class or support group. If you like what we do, we will provide you with free training through our state organization. This is a very rewarding way to give back to the community and help those in need.

CLICK HERE to learn more about our SUPPORT GROUPS.

CLICK HERE to learn more about our CLASSES