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. How can we help?
HELPLINE
When mental health challenges are affecting you or someone you love, we can help. The NAMI NYC Helpline is here for you. Call or email.
SUPPORT GROUPS
All support groups are led by a trained volunteer with lived experience, and are a safe and judgment-free environment of mutual respect. Learn more >>
CLASSES
Trained NAMI volunteers bring peer-led programs to the community. These classes provide outstanding free education, skills training, and support. Learn more >>
FAMILY MATCH
Taking care of someone with a mental health issue can be isolating and overwhelming. Family Match will connect you with one-on-one support from one family member to another, by telephone. Learn more >>
Our Programs
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NAMI Family & Friends
NAMI Family & Friends is a 90-minute webinar for people who have a loved one with a mental health condition. Where you’ll learn how to best support them… And yourself. And it’s a chance to meet other people in the …NAMI Family-to-Family
NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-week class for family, significant others, and friends of people living with mental illness. Research shows that Family-to-Family makes a big difference in the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to someone living …NAMI Basics
NAMI Basics is a free, 6-week class for parents and caregivers of children and teens 17 and under who are showing signs of emotional and/or behavioral difficulties, or who have a mental health diagnosis. Join us for Our Next Class …Family & Friends of People with Mood Disorders
For family members and friends of someone with a mood disorder. 3rd Monday of the month, 6:30 to 8pm ET. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved ones experiencing …Family & Friends
For family members and friends of individuals with a mental illness or any mental health challenge. 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6 to 7:30pm ET. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support …De Familia a Familia de NAMI
De Familia a Familia es el curso de NAMI, reconocido y cientificamente probado, ofrecido por 8 semanas para familiares de individuos con severas enfermedades mentales. El curso se presenta por familiares entrenados. Toda la instrucción y los materiales del curso …Familiares y Amistades
Apoyo, intercambio de estrategias de afrontamiento, y la información práctica para los familiares y amigos de personas con alguna enfermedad mental. Cada tercer martes de 8 a 9:30 pm ET. Este grupo de apoyo se ofrece la oportunidad de: Proporcionar …Parents
For all parents of children living with a mental health diagnosis or symptoms, regardless of the child’s age. Parents of children under 18 and parents of adult children are welcome. 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 1 to 2:30pm …Sibling & Adult Child
For siblings or adult children of individuals with mental illness. 2nd and 4th Thursday, 6 to 7:30pm ET. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved ones experiencing mental health challenges. …Wellness Chats (Virtual)
A place for anyone who needs to connect. Every Friday, 1 to 2pm ET. Share how you’re handling life these days – your wellness, your mood…the good, the not-so-good, and the in-between. Share how you’re coping and dealing with anxiety …NAMI Homefront
NAMI Homefront is a free, 6-week class for families, caregivers, and loved ones of military service members and veterans with mental health conditions. NAMI Homefront is offered online! We understand that attending an in-person class can be difficult for busy …Family Match Program
Do you have a family member with mental health issues? Do you feel alone and overwhelmed? We can help. Taking care of someone with a mental health issue can be isolating and overwhelming. We can connect you with free, one-on-one …Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Family & Friends
For adults who identify as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) and have a loved one living with mental illness or any mental health challenge. This includes South Asians, East Asians, Southeast Asians, North Asians, Middle East Asians, and Pacific …Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Family & Friends Read More »
Black Minds Matter Family & Friends
For adults who identify as Black and have a loved one with a mental illness or symptoms, or any mental health challenge. 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 8 to 9:30pm ET. Share valuable coping strategies, and practical information. …Bases y Fundamentos de NAMI
Bases y Fundamentos de NAMI, es un curso educativo y gratuito llevado acabo durante seis semanas. Este curso es para padres o familiares que cuiden de un niño o adolescente que tiene alguna condición o síntomas emocional o de salud …Sibling and Adult Child – In Person
For siblings or adult children of individuals with mental illness. 1st Wednesday, 4:30 PM – 6 PM ET. This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved ones experiencing mental health challenges. …Family and Friends of People with Co-Occurring Disorders – Virtual
For all family members and close friends of people living with a mental health condition and substance use challenges. Share your experiences and learn coping strategies from fellow family members. This peer-run group offers support in a welcoming and inclusive environment. …Family and Friends of People with Co-Occurring Disorders – Virtual Read More »
Family and Friends of People with Co-Occurring Disorders – In Person
(Mental Health and Substance Abuse) For all family members and close friends of people living with a mental health condition and substance use challenges. Share your experiences and learn coping strategies from fellow family members. This peer-run group offers support in …Family and Friends of People with Co-Occurring Disorders – In Person Read More »