Namiventura

NAMI Ventura County is a nonprofit organization serving as a local voice on mental health and mental illness. Based in Thousand Oaks, California, it connects people and families with information, support, and opportunities to take part in the community. The organization offers free classes, presentations, and programs, with some activities provided through Zoom. Its offerings include the NAMI Connection Support Group, along with educational resources and events intended to support people affected by mental health conditions and help reduce stigma.

A resource line provides information and assistance by phone during listed weekday hours; callers can contact 211 outside those hours. NAMI Ventura County also organizes NAMIWalks, bringing supporters together to build community and support its work. Individuals can get involved by attending events, becoming members, volunteering, joining the mailing list, or making a donation. The organization shares class schedules, event updates, news, and its quarterly NAMI Talk newsletter with subscribers. NAMI Ventura County is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.