Mental Health Advocates of Western New York

11/15/2025

This year’s Jimmer Hayes Golf Tournament was nothing short of incredible ✨ Hosted annually by his family in his memory, this event continues to carry forward his legacy of compassion, connection and community.

We are deeply grateful to the Hayes family and to everyone who came out to support mental health in Western New York. Together, you helped raise an amazing $10,000!!

These funds will directly support our mission, expand our resources and provide critical mental health support to those who need it most.

Thank you for turning his legacy into lasting impact!

11/11/2025

Honoring our Veteran community 🇺🇲

Each and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country, and the families who stand beside them. Through our OPCOM program, we’re privileged to work with so many incredible veteran families who inspire us with their strength, resilience, and courage.

A heartfelt thank-you to National Fuel for their continued support of our OPCOM program and commitment to improving the lives of those who have served.

To all veterans and families - we see you, we thank you, and we proudly stand with you!

11/10/2025

Our CASA families are generously receiving gifts this holiday season, thanks to the amazing work from Hope Rises and incredible donors like Brand Bar 🎁

If you'd like to support, stop into Brand Bar in Williamsville to pick an ornament off the tree! Your support brings hope to CASA kids in WNY.

Thank you for your support ✨

11/09/2025

Seasonal depression is real and it can lead to heavy emotions. Read through tips from MHA on ways to find healing and hope:

https://mhawny.org/understanding-and-combating-seasonal-depression-finding-light-in-the-darker-months/

11/08/2025

We were so honored to attend the WNYHeroes.org Gala and celebrate all they do to support our veterans and military families. 🇺🇸💙

Our program OPCOM (Children of the Military) was proud to be part of such an inspiring evening of gratitude and community! ❤️💙

11/04/2025

Join our team! 📣

Mental Health Advocates of WNY is looking for a dedicated professional to step into a leadership role within our Development and Marketing Department. This position plays an important part in sharing our mission and connecting our community to vital mental health resources.

Fundraising and donor engagement are a major part of this role.

👇 Click below for full details and how to apply:

Director of Development and Marketing Full Time, Exempt Reports to: Executive Director Position Summary: The Director of Development and Marketing will be responsible for all aspects of the organization’s donor engagement and solicitation progra...

11/03/2025

Seasonal depression is real and it affects so many of us as the days get shorter and colder.

If you’re feeling low, tired, or unmotivated lately, you’re not alone. 🌧️

Here are a few ways to take care of yourself:

☀️ Get outside when you can! Even a short walk helps.
💬 Talk to someone - a friend, counselor, or peer advocate.
💡 Keep a consistent routine and get enough sleep.
🤍 Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Your feelings are valid.

Let’s remind each other: It’s okay to not be okay, and brighter days will come again ✨

11/03/2025

Join us November 14th for a FREE live event featuring veteran and PTSD advocate Tom Voss — a powerful morning of food, storytelling and breaking the stigma around mental health 🇺🇸

National speaker Tom Voss is the keynote speaker for the Anti-Stigma Coalition’s Community Breakfast on November 14, from 8am - 9:30am.

10/31/2025

You don’t have to hit rock bottom to ask for help.
You don’t have to face it alone.
And you never have to apologize for taking care of your mind.

That’s what Mental Health Advocates is all about! Shining light where stigma used to hide. ✨

Happy Halloween! May your heart feel a little lighter tonight. 🎃

10/30/2025

👻 Don’t ghost your mental health 👻

Check in with yourself, reach out for support, and remember even ghosts need a little self-care 🧘💚

10/29/2025

We’re so proud to celebrate Nicole Shields of our team for receiving the 'Beth Jenkins Staff Leadership Award' in Albany tonight 🏆

This honor recognizes Nicole’s outstanding leadership, compassion, and dedication to advancing mental health services and advocacy across WNY, especially in her role as our YPA lead. Her commitment to empowering others and strengthening our organization's powerful impact truly embodies what this award represents.

Congrats, Nicole!