The NAMI Information HelpLine in Arlington seeks volunteers to answer calls  from the public.  Volunteers provide general mental illness information and make referrals to community resources.  Training is provided. Applicants should have a general understanding of mental illness, communicate with understanding and empathy, have good writing skills, and be able to reliably devote four hours a week between 10 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday, for at least four-six months. Especially looking for individuals with personal mental illness experience. People from diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.  Metro accessible; parking provided.  Contact Maggie Scheie-Lurie, (703) 516-0689 or maggie@nami.org .

FOR 1 HOUR OF YOUR TIME PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR HEALTH SURVEY Westat, a research organization, is seeking eligible participants to take part in a 60-minute in-person interview.  Eligible participants must be gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender.  We have interview slots available for men and women over 18 years of age.  If you meet these conditions, please call 800-937-8281, extension 8824.  Please leave your name and telephone number, say that you are calling about the “health study interview,” and specify the best time to reach you. Westat EOE