At NAMI-NYC, we offer programs and initiatives to prevent suicides, especially for vulnerable teens and young adults. We also want families to know that they are not alone when their loved one struggles with suicidal ideation or loses a loved one.  

Upcoming Events

• Attend our upcoming event Postvention as Prevention: Supporting Suicide Survivors Saves Lives on Wednesday, September 18 for a conversation on losing someone to suicide, grief, and resources for ongoing support.
• Miércoles 25 de septiembre: Únase a nosotros el miércoles 25 de septiembre de 6 a 7:30 p.m. para la presentación de Bienestar Emocional y Mental de NAMI-NYC para padres y cuidadores de adolescentes hispanohablantes. Entrada gratuita aquí 
• Thursdays, October 3, 10, and 17: NAMI-NYC’s In Our Own Voice Story Hour will take place on October 3, 10, and 17, 6-7 PM. Hear first-hand accounts of mental health recovery from In Our Own Voice presenters. Register here.

Our Programs & Initiatives 

At NAMI-NYC, we are fostering open conversations around mental health challenges, including suicidal ideation. 12 million U.S. adults have thoughts of suicide–and talking about it reduces risk and connects community members to much needed support. As a peer-led, peer-run organization, there is no judgment here. We understand.  

Find Support 

Support Groups: We offer one-of-a-kind suicide prevention groups for individuals and their family members. Join an upcoming session.

• Living with Thoughts of Suicide is a peer-led support group. It is a safe space to talk about what it’s like to have those thoughts, how to manage them, and find community. 
• If you have lost a loved one to suicide, NAMI-NYC’s Suicide Loss Survivors is a non-clinical support group offered in partnership with The Samaritans NYC to build a community with people who understand.
• About 12.2 million adults have thoughts of suicide. Family and Friends of People Living With Thoughts of Suicide is a support group for their loved ones to share their experiences and find connections.

Classes: In our signature classes, Basics, Peer-to-Peer, and Family-to-Family, we talk about difficult moments for us and our family members – and that includes suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts, and suicide loss. These are topics treated with safety and care in an understanding community.

Family Match: Connect with a trained volunteer in the same relationship and witnessing the same mental health conditions as you through our Family Match program. You will be matched for 3 consecutive months for phone support, two calls per month.

Helpline: Our non-emergency Helpline is for any mental health questions – or if you just need to talk. Call, chat, or send us an email, and we can connect you to free programs for you or a family member.

Learn with Us 

Ending the Silence: We equip parents, teachers, and students to recognize signs of mental health challenges before reaching a crisis. If they experience suicidal ideation, middle and high school students learn how to talk about it and connect to support. Book a presentation in English or Spanish.

Public Education: We convene our community on topics of interest in the mental health field, including Suicide and Mental Illness in the News, and Alternatives to Suicide: Language and Approaches. Join our email list to hear about upcoming events.  

Workplace Mental Health Trainings: What can you do when you see a trusted colleague or direct report struggling at work? We offer trainings to facilitate those discussions professionally and reduce mental health stigma in the workplace. Learn more about our trainings.

Join Our Community 

Marathon: Our incredible Marathon and Half Marathon runners often embark on this journey with a deeply personal story, often losing a cherished family member or friend. Sign up for our email list to learn when bibs are available and how to join our cheer station!

Memorials: You can honor a loved one lost to suicide and raise awareness, while also supporting NAMI-NYC’s suicide prevention programs. To learn more, email Kate Steele at ksteele@naminyc.org.