May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and explore ways to support mental well-being. At Northwest Mental Health Management Services (NWMH), we are dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and promoting mental health in our community.​

Here are some ways you can get involved in the Portland area this May:​

1. NAMIWalks Northwest Join the region's largest mental health event on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Peninsula Park in North Portland. Enjoy live music, food carts, therapy animals, and more while supporting mental health awareness. 

• Saturday, May 16, 2026

• Peninsula Park, Portland

• Includes therapy animals, food carts, music, wellness activities, and community resource fair

  
  

More Info on NAMIWalks

2. Change the Narrative Gala Our Annual “Change the Narrative” Gala is almost here! 

Grab your tickets for our biggest evening of the year! Our “Change the Narrative” Gala is an evening of celebration, storytelling, and community in support of mental health and housing services in the Portland region. 

Where: The Loft at 8th Avenue, Portland

When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 4:30 – 6:30 PM

More Info on New Narrative

3. Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month This is probably your strongest direct companion link for the article.

Includes:

• Mental Health Awareness Month programming

• J. Pepin Art Gallery raffle

• Peer support/wellness conference mentions

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Let's come together to support mental health awareness and make a positive impact in our community.

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