NAMI Southwest Missouri is a peer support organization providing support, education and advocacy for individuals living with mental illness and their families. We offer a variety of support groups, educational programs, a peer phone support line, social activities, peer specialists and more. All services are free. NAMI SWMO works with individuals and families to help them get connected to the resources they need to help them with their journey with mental illness.
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A nationally acclaimed event series, NAMIWalks is a vibrant gathering of proud participants, who will walk — and sometimes roll —together for mental health on Saturday, May 17th 2025 at Rutledge-Wilson Farm. Read more...
Skills Requested: Peer Specialists must become certified through the Missouri Peer Specialist Training
Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network
Become MO Peer Specialist Certified and work one-on-one with members of the community in setting goals in their recovery, providing support services, and directing members to proper resources when appropriate. Read more...
Skills Requested: Warm Line Responders must be able to provide support and empathy towards callers and maintain patience and composure in crisis intervention.
Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network . A 4-hour Warm Line training is required and is provided by NAMI SWMO. Volunteers needed for daytime hours - 9:30am-5:00pm.
Provide non-judgmental support and recovery based service to callers who use the Warm Line, provide resources and referrals to the best of your ability, and direct suicide/crisis calls to the appropriate crisis hotline or 911. Read more...
Skills Requested: Front Desk workers are an integral part of The NAMI Hope Center and the position requires organization and communication skills.
Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network
Welcome members to NAMI SWMO and encourage them to check in, introduce new members to the facility and services available, process incoming calls and file information. Must maintain confidentiality at all times. Read more...
Skills Requested: Facilitators must be familiar with the organization's mission and functions of the Drop-In Center. Practice excellent communication skills, empathy, and have relevant experience or knowledge related to group topics.
Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network
Lead group discussions that promote recovery, in addition to providing support and education with group topics. Read more...
Claws and Paws Animal Adoption Center’s purpose is to find forever homes for dogs and cats in Laclede County. We are looking for volunteers to help with anything from socializing and walking dogs, to social media, fundraising and special events. Please feel free to contact us by phone. Read more...
Our mission is to passionately advocate for and provide the essential resources, education, and services needed to help people keep their cherished pets at home. We understand the deep bond between pets and their humans, and we’re here to support and empower responsible pet owners so they never have to face separation due to hardship. Imagine a world where no Read more...
PLEASE NOTE: to become a member of Christian County Citizen Corps, you must take a 20-hour Community Emergency Response Training. The mission of the Citizen Corps Council of Christian County is to ensure that the county is safe and prepared for emergencies and disasters that affect our community. We do this by engaging citizens, public safety agencies, faith-based groups, civic Read more...
A nationally acclaimed event series, NAMIWalks is a vibrant gathering of proud participants, who will walk — and sometimes roll —together for mental health on Saturday, May 17th 2025 at Rutledge-Wilson Farm. Read more...
Skills Requested: Peer Specialists must become certified through the Missouri Peer Specialist Training
Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network
Become MO Peer Specialist Certified and work one-on-one with members of the community in setting goals in their recovery, providing support services, and directing members to proper resources when appropriate. Read more...
Skills Requested: Warm Line Responders must be able to provide support and empathy towards callers and maintain patience and composure in crisis intervention.
Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network . A 4-hour Warm Line training is required and is provided by NAMI SWMO. Volunteers needed for daytime hours - 9:30am-5:00pm.
Provide non-judgmental support and recovery based service to callers who use the Warm Line, provide resources and referrals to the best of your ability, and direct suicide/crisis calls to the appropriate crisis hotline or 911. Read more...
Skills Requested: Front Desk workers are an integral part of The NAMI Hope Center and the position requires organization and communication skills.
Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network
Welcome members to NAMI SWMO and encourage them to check in, introduce new members to the facility and services available, process incoming calls and file information. Must maintain confidentiality at all times. Read more...
Skills Requested: Facilitators must be familiar with the organization's mission and functions of the Drop-In Center. Practice excellent communication skills, empathy, and have relevant experience or knowledge related to group topics.
Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network
Lead group discussions that promote recovery, in addition to providing support and education with group topics. Read more...
