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Cpl. Kevin Ward is presented with the 2008 CIT Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. NAMI began training law enforcement officers in Crisis Intervention Training in January 2008.

Sgt. Steve Alexander is presented with the 2008 CIT Corrections Officer of the Year.

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Ernie Bretzman, United Way of Collier County Executive Director, receives the 2008 President's Award from NAMI President Nancy Schultz. Pictured are Rex Buxton, President of the United Way, Nancy Schultz, NAMI President and Ernie Bretzman.

2007 Volunteer of the Year Carol Cohen presents Beth Ryan with the 2008 Volunteer of the Year Award.

Executive Director Kathryn Hunter presents the 2008 Spirit of NAMI award to Rhonda and Guenther Gosch. 

Honorary 2009 WALK Chairwoman, Rosemary Pace hides behind a "mask" to demonstrate the theme of the 2009 WALK - UNMASKING MENTAL ILLNESS.  The 2009 WALK is March 21, 2009 at  Cambier Park.

GUEST SPEAKER

DR. FRED FRESE

Frederick J. Frese, Ph.D. is a psychologist who has specialized in the area of schizophrenia for over thirty years. Diagnosed himself with the condition when he was 26, he has worked tirelessly as a practitioner and a legendary advocate for consumers and their families.

Dr. Mike Hogan, Chair of the President's New Freedom Commission that is revolutionizing the delivery of mental health services in the United States, has called Fred "a national treasure."

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASES OF JEWELRY AND HOLIDAY DECORATIONS!!

Tom Wright, Art Director for the Sarah Ann Center poses with a Holiday Wreath for sale at the Annual Meeting

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