NAMI Connects is a peer-based, mental health support, and navigation program uniquely designed for those who enter hospital emergency departments. In this program, Peer Mentors support adult peers admitted to one of the metro area’s Providence Emergency Departments (NE Portland, SW Portland, Milwaukie, Oregon City) for urgent psychiatric care.

NAMI Connects Peer Mentors give their time to assure that peers and their families feel heard, and understand that they are not alone. They offer a listening ear, empathy, their own personal story, and information about other programs within NAMI Multnomah. Peers are helped to feel empowered and learn to advocate for themselves, navigate the community’s system of care, and access opportunities for ongoing support and education.

You may also be interested in learning about Peer Support Specialist Training, or our Veteran Peer Support Services!

For more information about our free programs, or to learn which programs might best fit your needs, please give us a call on the NAMI Multnomah Helpline at 503-228-5692 or send an email to info@namimultnomah.org.