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5 people are interested
Bilinguel Volunteers Needed!
ORGANIZATION: National Allience on Mental Illness of San Diego
Please visit the new page to apply.
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5 people are interested
If you are bilinguel in any language NAMI has opportunities for you!
Be a friendly and supportive presence in the lobby of a local mental health hospital, providing families visiting loved ones with information on NAMI San Diego, support and hope.
Join our community helpline, giving resources and support to family members and peers.
Help hearing impaired and/or ESL family members and peers by providing language interpretation during computer classes.
Languages needed include Spanish, American Sign Language (ASL), Tagalog, Arabic, Vietnamese and others.
More opportunities with National Allience on Mental Illness of San Diego
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About National Allience on Mental Illness of San Diego
Location:
5095 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92123, US
Mission Statement
NAMI San Diego, a non-profit organization, provides education, support services, and advocacy to improve the quality of life of everyone affected by mental illnesses.
Description
NAMI San Diego is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization with a total membership of over 400 and is an affiliate of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and NAMI California .
NAMI San Diego conducts meetings throughout the San Diego area that address a wide range of topics such as: schizophrenia research, new medications, proven rehabilitation approaches, financial planning for families with a disabled member, early diagnosis and intervention, public and other community mental health services, disability benefits, and the role of the arts in the recovery process.
NAMI San Diego provides community speakers about mental illnesses and their relation to the community.
NAMI San Diego publishes a monthly newsletter with the latest local, state and national news.
NAMI San Diego shines a light on stigma attached to mental illness. Stigma is caused by the fear which results from lack of knowledge.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Around San DiegoSan Diego, CA 92101
DATE POSTED
February 2, 2016
SKILLS
- Spanish
- Interpreter
- American Sign Language
- Bilingual
- Translation
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training