Learn about our support groups, events, and community resources.

Support Groups

Out of health and safety concerns, in-person support groups have been suspended for a limited time. We know that support groups play a vital role in helping people cope, so we would like to continue offering alternatives. We are offering support groups via Zoom. You can call in using a phone, our you can join online with a computer. Please find one that works for you using the link below.
 
https://namimn.org/support/nami-minnesota-support-groups/
 
Here is what you need to know:
  • Each support group will be led by trained facilitators.
  • All support groups will operate with the same guidelines as they would in person.
  • Groups are open to anyone who wants to join the group - not just your current group. 
  • Group sizes will  be capped at 17.
  • You can see all scheduled support groups, plus the call-in information and the Zoom online links using the website link below.
  • This information will change often. Please check specifics the day you want to attend!
 
Find support group information at  -  https://namimn.org/support/nami-minnesota-support-groups/

 We apologize for any inconvenience and hope this is helpful to you. 
More support group information (including web-based support groups) is available through NAMI Minnesota.
Online Support Groups:
NAMI Minnesota offers online support groups for family members, individuals, and parents. These groups are 100% free and confidential. The groups are live and led by a trained facilitator (not a chat room or forum.) Online support groups are a good option for people who cannot attend an in-person group. Click the links below for more information, including meeting times:

Events 

Local Advisory Council (LAC) Meetings
For more information about upcoming LAC meetings, contact namiwesternminnesota@gmail.com

Community Resources

Mobile Crisis Response:  Call 320-231-9158 or 1-800-432-8781
Crisis response team that responds to adults, youth & their families in their homes or other locations in West Central Minnesota 24/7/365

United Community Action Partnership: https://unitedcapmn.org/   
Willmar Office:  200 S.W. 4th Street, PO Box 1359, Willmar, MN 56201  320-235-0850 

Woodland Centers:   http://www.woodlandcenters.com/
Willmar Office: 1125 6th St SE, Willmar, MN 56201  (320) 235-4613

​Rice Hospital for Counseling and Mental Health:  Willmar:  301 Becker Ave, Willmar, MN 56201  (320) 231-4399

New Directions: Mental health services for children and adults
1305 1st Street S, Willmar
320-231-2738

Crisis Text Line: Text "MN" to 741741 to start. Free, confidential, 24/7 help for mental health crisis.

MHCG (Mental Health Caregivers Group) Willmar Area: Scott Peterson @ ngdscott@yahoo.com 

Resources for Farmers

​Mental health and stress management support
  • Minnesota Farm and Rural Helpline - (833) 600-2670, Ext. 1. The helpline is free, confidential and available 24/7. Trained staff and volunteers in Minnesota can help manage stress, anxiety, depression or suicidal thoughts.
  • Mental Health and Family Services Line - 1-800-FARM-AID. Farm Aid works with farm advocates, counselors and hotline operators that can help provide support.
  • Ted Matthews, rural mental health counselor - 320-266-2390. Matthews works with farmers across the entire state. There is no cost to accessing support from Matthews.
  • Mental Health Minnesota - text "MN" to 741741. You can text the service to reach mental health crisis responders.

Financial counseling
  • Free financial counseling from the University of Minnesota Extension. If you or a farmer you know is experiencing financial stress, contact the Farm Information Line at 1-800-232-9077 to set up a financial counseling session.
  • Minnesota Farm Advocates - "Farmers Helping Farmers" - 1-800-967-2474. Farm Advocates provide one-to-one assistance for Minnesota farmers who face crisis caused by either a natural disaster or financial problems.