“Amazing film – so important, so timely. Anyone who knows teenagers needs to see this.” – NICOLE, Parent of 4 teens,

Movie screening of "Our Turn To Talk" October 24th, 6-9PM,
Time and Space Limited (TSL) Hudson,
Click to watch trailer.

Register Today For This Free Event

Family Support Group,
Wednesday, October 11th, 2023
In Person or Via Zoom :)

Caregivers of those with a mental health disorder are welcome to this free group that meets in person and via zoom.

Please register to let us know you are attending and to receive an email with the Zoom login credentials.

We look forward to seeing you in person at the Kinderhook Memorial Library, 18 Hudson St, Kinderhook, NY 12106https://namiccny.org/event/hybrid-family-support-group-2nd-and-4th-wednesday/2023-09-13/

Please register for login credentials
to join our virtual support group

We can help, this journey is not easy.
Diagnosing mental illness isn’t a straightforward science. We can’t test for it the same way we can test blood sugar levels for diabetes. Each condition has its own set of unique symptoms, though symptoms often overlap. Register for our Family Support Group to learn more. You will be able to share your concerns with people with lived experience - You are not alone.

We discuss: Major Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Manic Depression, Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder, Panic Disorder and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Co-occurring Brain Disorders and Addictive Disorders, Consider taking a semester off from college - we have a lot to talk about!

NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with a mental illness. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar circumstances. Join our hybrid Support Group 6 - 7:30 PM on designated Wednesdays of each month. All are welcome to this free support group.

Click here to register

Visit Our Blog to Learn More About
Mental Health and Wellness

Recent Blog posts filled with resources and current articles on mental health.

- The US has a mental health crisis that could undermine our democracy, US surgeons general say

- AOT, Kendra’s Law and Care Court

- Adults Are Panicked About Teens and Social Media. These Girls Have Advice.

- Medication can help you make the most of therapy − a psychologist and neuroscientist explains how

- Daniel’s Day is an event to support a non-police response for mental health emergencies

- Cannabis Use in Adolescence May Alter Development of Cerebral Cortex

- BBRF’s International Mental Health Research Symposium

- My journey through schizophrenia and homelessness | Bethany Yeiser | TEDxCincinnati

- Youths With Suicide- and Self Injury-Related Emergencies Are Often Missed by Standard Hospital Identification Methods

- At Yale, a Surge of Activism Forced Changes in Mental Health Policies

- October 24th, Movie Screening: Our Turn to Talk

- Mental Health Awareness Gallery Fundraiser Saturday August 26th, @LIGHTFORMS Gallery

- U.S. Suicide Deaths Rose in 2022, C.D.C. Estimates Say

988 at One: Celebrating Progress & Looking Ahead to Help People in Crisis
Click to Learn More

We feel confident that NAMI Columbia County has been an important part of your life in the past. Please consider making us a part of your future.

Maybe you participated in a Family-to-Family class or a Family Support Group. If you are like most of us and you had a positive experience, please consider volunteering to lead a class or group. Mental health and wellness have become one of the great concerns of our current culture, and the need for support is great.

If you have two hours a week to volunteer, you can change a life in our community. Yes, you can make a difference right here.

For those with lived experience with mental health disorders you have an opportunity to participate in NAMI's signature program training. If you or someone you know might be interested in joining a dynamic, engaged Board committed to supporting families and individuals affected by mental illness please contact us.

For those with experience in bookkeeping, fundraising or other skills your knowledge will help us in many ways.

Ready to join our team!
Click here to contact Nicole Corey or click here for our volunteer application.