Welcome to NAMI Contra Costa
Support. Educate. Advocate.
About Us - NAMI Contra Costa
Mission Statement - To provide support, outreach, education and advocacy to individuals living with and families impacted by mental illness.
NAMI Contra Costa is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing outreach, education, support and advocacy to families and individuals in need of help dealing with mental illness. We have been assisting people and families affected by mental illness in Contra Costa for over 30 years. All our programs are free, so get involved today and help make a difference in your life, others’ lives, and in the local community.Â
NAMI Contra Costa is an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. We are unique in our independence with long history of helping families/loved of those impacted by mental illness along with individuals living with mental illness.
NAMI Contra Costa was named the 2023 California Nonprofit of the Year.
Our News Updates
General Meeting Updates
April 2024 General Meeting
Tune in for our April 2024 General Meeting Mental Health Speaker Series: The Benefits of Companion Pets on Mental Wellness!
March 2024 General Meeting
NAMI CC Presents March 2024 General Meeting: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS IN THE WORKPLACE; An Introduction to Employment Laws Protecting Individuals with Disabilities and Their Loved Ones. Click Read More for Meeting Information.
February 2024 General Meeting
Video, notes, and slides now available! Treatment Not Tents – How Prop 1 Will Help Our Loved Ones
NAMI CC Office Contact
May 2023 Health Officials End Emergency Status
NAMI Contra Costa will continue to assist in any way we can. It is no longer mandatory to wear a mask but if you feel you need to, we have them available. Please do not show up if you have any sick symptoms.Â
We host the majority of our groups on Zoom, but some are hybrid Zoom and In-Person. To find out if your group is going to be in-person or hybrid, please check the NAMI CC Calendar for all group offerings.
Contact us by calling 925.942.0767 or email us at info@namicontracosta.org for any questions.
The NAMI Contra Costa will be closed on holidays throughout the year. Please come back often for updates.
For Assistance on a Holiday, feel free to call our office number.
Hours
- Mon-Th: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
- Fri: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sat: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sun: Closed
Services
We serve our community through many ways.
Call Our Warmline
Call our general warmline about your mental health concerns at: (925) 465-3864
Find A Support Group
Connect with Peers and Trainers who understand your experience and can share advice.
Schedule A Presentation
Contact us to schedule a presentation about mental health topics we're passionate about.
Get Educated.
NAMI Contra Costa Classes
Learn more about mental health as a peer, parent, family member, or just as a curious learner.
Mental Health Crash Course (MHCC)
On Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Mental Health Crash Course's seminar acts as an orientation to the mental health field.
Family-to-Family (F2F)
A free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. This course is available in English, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. All are held on Zoom.
Basics
A free, six-session program designed for parents and other family caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties. These classes, all on Zoom, are available in English, Mandarin and Spanish.
Peer-to-Peer
A free, 8-session educational program for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. These classes are only available in English.
Do you need help?
NAMI Contra Costa is here for you. If you need help finding mental health support for yourself or a loved one, contact us and we will work with you to get the support you need. You can contact us via phone, email, or our Contact Form in the link below.
NAMI Contra Costa recognizes that the need for support is greater post-COVID. Please check Events then NAMI CC Calendar for information. While most NAMI CC groups are online via Zoom, there are some non-NAMI CC groups that are not. Please contact the group leaders for more details.
Volunteer, Join, Donate, and More
Get Involved with NAMI CC
Volunteer
NAMI CC relies on volunteers to help with meetings, the office, fundraising and many other activities. If your want to volunteer, contact us today!
Donate Online
We rely on the generosity of the community to keep our doors open and our groups and programs free.
When you fill out the online form, please add your mailing address to the “Additional Note” box, and we will send you a thank you note for tax purposes
Membership
Become a member of NAMI Contra Costa today. Receive our monthly newsletter, check books out from our library and get state and national memberships as well.
Your memberships keep our groups and services running, plus it’s tax deductible.
Via Mail
For those who prefer to donate or join us via check or money order, please make it out to NAMI Contra Costa and mail it to:
NAMI Contra Costa
2151 Salvio St, Ste V
Concord, CA 94520
Your donations and memberships keep our services running and are tax-deductible.
