MANSFIELD — David is usually harmless. Sometimes, he falls into a manic state, sure that he’s on the brink of a creative masterpiece. He hasn’t eaten or taken his medication in a few days and his family hasn’t heard from him. Police officers respond to a call to David’s home with the radio blaring and […]
National Alliance on Mental Illness Richland County
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NAMI graduates 31st class of crisis intervention trained officers
MANSFIELD — A collaboration between mental health boards, police departments and the Mansfield Playhouse graduated 23 officers on Friday.
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Pierce announces retirement from NAMI Richland County
MANSFIELD — Mary Kay Pierce has announced she will retire as Executive Director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Richland County. Pierce was co-founder of the organization. She has decided to step down effective Nov. 30 — after 22 years of leading NAMI. “It has been an honor and privilege to lead NAMI […]
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NAMI unveils community awards at Kingwood Center meeting
MANSFIELD — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Richland County held an annual dinner Aug. 3 at Kingwood Center with friends, family, and supporters its local affiliate. The evening was filled with updates on community programs, a special time of thanking all volunteers, the Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board, the mental […]