HelpFor Family Members And Friends
When someone you care about develops a mental health condition, it can be difficult to know how to support them while also taking care of yourself. NAMI-NYC provides education and support through our peer-led programs. We understand what you’re going through, because we’ve been there. You are not alone.
For more information, call/text our Helpline at 212-684-3264 or email us at helpline@naminyc.org, and we’ll connect you to our programs!
Helpline
Call our Helpline for support, information, and referrals to community services and other resources. Staffed by trained volunteers with lived experience with the NYC mental health system. Call, chat, or email us: 212-684-3264 or helpline@naminyc.org. Learn more.
Support Groups
Join our support groups addressing the needs of family members, such as our Family & Friends of People with Mood Disorders support group. Among our support groups include: Black Minds Matter Family & Friends, Spanglish Family & Friends, and Hearing Voices Family & Friends. Explore our groups.
Classes
Enroll in one of our evidence-based classes to learn information, tools, and strategies needed to help their loved one, and better support themselves. Register now.
- Family-to-Family is a 8-week class for families, caregivers, and friends of adults living with mental illness.
- Basics is a 6-week class for parents and caregivers of children and teens with behavioral or emotional issues, or mental health diagnoses.
- Family and Friends is a 90-minute seminar for families, caregivers, as well as friends of adults living with mental illness.
Family Match
Connect with another caregiver over the phone through our Family Match program for information and emotional support. We can provide support in English or Spanish. Get matched.