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NAMI Hernando asks county to sustain support as peer‑support program expands; commissioners praise workforce and jail programs
Summary
NAMI Hernando presented its work and growth to the board, reporting expanded peer-support services, a recovery community center, workforce development and jail support programs. Commissioners commended NAMI—s local impact and asked staff to continue partnering with community health providers.
NAMI Hernando, the local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, presented a program update April 22 and asked the Board to continue county support for mental health peer services, workforce development and outreach.
Tina Kinney, executive director, described NAMI—s expansion: a Recovery Community Center opened the previous June, the organization now employs 14 staff and its budget has grown from about $75,000 to $750,000 a year. Kinney said NAMI Hernando delivered peer…
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