NAMI Southwest Ohio

11/05/2025

Our first Sharing Hope: Black Men’s Mental Health session was a powerful start to this new series! Together with our community partners, we opened real conversations about vulnerability, trauma, and emotional wellness.

Join us this Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Prevention First! as therapist Gee Curry shares insights on supporting Black men’s mental health and explains the pathway to becoming a mental health professional. Register at: namiswoh.org/sharinghope

11/03/2025

💙 Protect Mental Health. Protect Recovery.

This Tuesday, Clermont County voters can protect services that support 25,000 neighbors every year — with NO new taxes. The renewal levy provides $3.3 million annually for programs that keep families safe, schools strong, and our community healthy. The Clermont County Mental Health & Recovery Board supports programs right here at NAMI Southwest Ohio like support groups and su***de prevention programs in schools.

🗳 Vote FOR the levy on November 4.


Clermont County Mental Health & Recovery Board

11/01/2025

Learn how to support loved ones with mental health conditions at our free Family & Friends seminar on Saturday, Nov. 8, 1–3 p.m. at Mason Public Library. Find details and register at namiswoh.org/familyandfriends.

10/31/2025

You know what's TRULY scary? Stigma. This Halloween, a little compassion goes a long way. Happy Halloween everyone 🖤

10/29/2025

Another restaurant stepping up to fill the gap! While many we’ve seen are focused on feeding children (which is also incredible!) this restaurant will provide a lunch to anyone showing their SNAP card, see details below ❤️

❤️ FREE FURLOUGH LUNCHES — Because No One Should Go Hungry

We’ve learned that November SNAP benefits may be delayed for many families. For parents already juggling so much, even small changes can make a big difference when it comes to keeping everyone fed.

Back during the challenges of COVID, our community showed up for us in ways we’ll never forget — and now it’s our turn to pay that kindness forward.

Starting November 1st, Mama’s Porch & Grill will be offering Free Furlough Lunches for SNAP recipients, available through our drive-through window — no questions, no judgement.

Each lunch includes:
🥪 Ham or turkey sandwich
🍟 Chips
🍎 Fruit bar
💧 Water

📍 Mama’s Porch & Grill | 4227 Allstar Drive Batavia, Ohio 45103

🕓 Available every day from 11 AM – 1 PM, beginning November 1 — and continuing daily until SNAP benefits are restored.

🪪 Please show your SNAP card at the window.
👜 Limit one bagged lunch per person per day, while supplies last.

This isn’t about politics. It’s about people — our kids, our neighbors, our community.
If you or someone you know could use a hand, please spread the word. ❤️

10/29/2025

Another restaurant stepping up to feed kiddos, absolutely wonderful. By Golly's in Milford AND By Golly’s Anderson ❤️

🍽 Kids Eat Free at By Golly's
Starting Monday, November 3rd, Until SNAP Benefits Are Restored
We’re staying out of politics, we simply believe no child should ever go hungry. That’s why any child visiting By Golly's will receive a free Kid’s Meal until SNAP benefits are reinstated.
Details:
• ✅ Limit: 1 Kid’s Meal per child
• ✅ Child must be present
• ✅ No purchase required
• ✅ No questions asked
Just mention: “SNAP KIDS MEAL” when ordering.
💛 The food drive we were going to start around the holidays begins today!
Bring 5 non-perishable food items to any of our locations and receive 25% off your meal at By Golly's.
If you’d like to support even more, you can buy a Kid’s Meal at 50% off, and we’ll pass those meals directly to children in need.
We’re a small, family-operated business doing our best to support our community in tough times. Let’s take care of our kids, they’re our greatest treasure and our future.

10/29/2025

Introducing our new Sharing Hope series, a space to explore mental wellness in Black and African Ancestry communities through open conversation and shared stories.

Join us for three sessions at PreventionFirst! (2100 Sherman Ave., Suite 102, Cincinnati, OH 45212) from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

11/1 – Black Men’s Mental Health
11/8 – Break the Stigma: Black Mental Health
11/15 – Mental Wellness and the Black Community

Together, we’ll talk, listen, and break down the barriers around mental health in our community.

Register for NAMI’s Sharing Hope program at namiswoh.org/sharinghope

10/29/2025

Thank you to The Works Pizza Loveland for this beautiful act to get kids fed ❤️

🍕 Kids Eat Free at The Works Pizza Co.!
Starting Monday, Nov 3rd, until SNAP benefits are restored.
We’re not getting political, we just believe no child should go hungry.

Every child who visits any of our locations gets a free Kid’s Meal, no purchase needed, no questions asked.
✅ One Kid’s Meal per child
✅ Child must be present
✅ Just say: “SNAP KIDS MEAL”

🎁 Our holiday food drive kicks off early starting today!
Bring 5 non-perishable food items and enjoy 25% off your meal at The Works Pizza Co.

Want to help even more?
Buy a Kid’s Meal at half price, and we’ll pass it on to a child in need.

We’re a small, family-run restaurant doing our best to support our community.
Let’s look out for our kids, they’re our future.

10/28/2025

Mental health is so tied to physical health and basic human needs being met. Thank you to our friends at Independence Alliance for putting together this comprehensive list of food resources available across our region! If you or someone you know needs help with food access in the face of the potential SNAP disruption, please don't hesitate to seek assistance from these sources. You are not alone.

https://www.ourcommunityresources.org/food-pantries?fbclid=IwY2xjawNt4uFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFvbTV3dFlodnNhdTZvWk14AR4CLREbsL-1qvOWoBK9MentFk6_fbUhOp97-4r0RxuY9AKPyPANZW6zwsD9-w_aem_OrXmMTr3aCqw6bZPPEfJ6g additional food, clothing, etc resources can be found here.

10/27/2025

New Location added to our LGBTQIA+ Connections Support Group!

Join the NAMI Southwest Ohio × Transform LGBTQIA+ Connection Recovery Support Group — a safe, welcoming space for adults (18+) who identify as LGBTQIA+ and live with a mental health condition. Learn more at namiswoh.org/calendar.

First Monday of each month
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Clifton Branch Library
3400 Brookline Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

You can also join us in Silverton at the Transform house every 2nd and 4th Monday for additional support.

No registration needed — just come as you are. Confidential, judgment-free, and led by LGBTQIA+ peers with lived experience.

Find connection. Share stories. Build strength together.

10/17/2025

We have space left for only a couple more foursomes for our Inaugural Golf Outing this Monday at ⛳️ Registration closes at noon (tomorrow) Friday, don’t miss your shot to tee off for mental health 💙💙💙

10/11/2025

Mental Illness Awareness Week reminds us that no one has to walk their mental health journey alone. At NAMI Southwest Ohio, we believe in the power of community, connection, and compassion. Whether you’re living with a mental health condition or supporting a loved one, we’re here for you. Together, we can break the stigma and build a stronger, more supportive community for all.

Find support and connection near you: namiswoh.org/calendar