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From the Executive Director


New Assistant Director

I’d like to welcome and introduce Jessica Gruneich (pronounced grew-night) to those of you who may not know her. Jessica and her mom, Mary, have been Family to Family teachers for the past few years in St. Clair County.

Jessica was recently approved by NAMI Southwestern Illinois Executive Committee to be our new Assistant Director which is a paid position. For those who think NAMI has a lot of money, let me clarify: I received ½ of Mark’s salary working part-time. When I discovered I could not possibly get all the work needed working part-time, the board decided to hire Jessica. She is taking ½ of my salary so that hopefully, NAMI’s work will get accomplished. BUT WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS! Jessica has been busy updating the volunteer form that will be available on our website soon. A lot of the volunteering can be accomplished with a computer and internet. If you are interested in volunteering, please call the office at 798-9788 and we will be happy to explain the various opportunities available as a NAMI volunteer!

Thanks for what everyone does to make our affiliate OUTSTANDING!!Jane Roennigke, jjroennigke@namiswi.org

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