NAMI Southwest Ohio

11/28/2025

Your support makes connection possible. 💚

This year, we increased our Sharing Hope programming by 50%, bringing even more Black families and communities together for honest, culturally grounded conversations about mental health, stigma, healing, and support.

Sharing Hope creates space to learn, share stories, and build trust. It opens doors to care that too many people have been denied.
But we can’t continue this growth without you.

Your gift keeps these life-changing programs free and accessible to everyone who needs them.

Donate today at namiswoh.org/give and help us keep Sharing Hope alive in our community.

11/25/2025

When someone you love is facing a mental health challenge, you don’t have to face it alone. Our wonderful staff member shares why the NAMI Family‑to‑Family course is a lifeline—for families, siblings, and friends. Join us in Milford this January for this free, 8-session education, program where you’ll gain real tools for communication, self-care, crisis support, and connection. Because when families come together, hope grows. Take the first step here > https://namiswoh.org/support-and-education/mental-health-education/nami-family-to-family/ 💙

11/14/2025

Anyone living with a mental health condition is invited to join the Connection Support Group at Lindner Center of Hope this Monday, November 17 at 6:00 p.m. (4075 Old Western Row Rd, Mason OH in the Faith Center).

Let’s come together, share openly, and build a space of support and connection. You’re not alone—this is a place to be heard, understood, and strengthened.

No registration is required, we can’t wait to see you there!

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.