NAMI NYC Staten Island

11/11/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Support Group Schedule Update ✨🎄
As we celebrate the holiday season, please note that NAMI NYC Staten Island support groups will be closed on the following dates:
🦃 Thanksgiving Week
🎅 Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
🥂 New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day

✅ Tuesday night groups will still meet on December 23rd and December 30th!

We wish all our members, families, and community partners a peaceful and joyful holiday season. 💙
Thank you for being part of the NAMI NYC Staten Island family — we look forward to continuing our journey of support, education, and hope in the new year! 💫

11/11/2025

💙 NEW SUPPORT GROUP ALERT! 💙

We’re excited to launch our Monday Night NAMI Peer Connections Support Group — created for individuals living with mental health conditions to connect, share, and support one another in a safe, understanding space.

🗓 Starting Monday, November 17th
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 American Legion Cespino Russo Post #1544
200 McClean Avenue, Staten Island, NY

✨ No registration required — just come as you are!
This free, peer-led group meets every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month and offers a welcoming space to find strength, understanding, and community. 💫

Together, we build hope and connection — one Monday at a time. 💚

10/19/2025

💄🍕 Dine to Donate!
Join us on November 5th at Jimmy Max for a delicious way to give back! 💕

When you dine in and mention The Makeup On Wheels Foundation, 50% of your meal will be donated to support programs that empower and uplift individuals through beauty and self-care.

📍 Jimmy Max – 280 Watchogue Rd, Staten Island
🕒 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Let’s eat, connect, and make a difference together! 💪✨

10/19/2025

🧠💬 Join us for an empowering evening of learning and connection!
This month’s Listen & Learn Community Information Night focuses on Managing Mood Disorders and Psychosis, featuring Dr. Joel Idowu and Dr. Shikha Baishya.

📅 Wednesday, November 12 at 7PM
📍 RUMC SIPP Auditorium, 355 Bard Avenue, Staten Island

Come listen, learn, and connect with mental health professionals and community members.
Free and open to the public — all are welcome! 💙

10/11/2025

Celebrate the season with us at the NAMI NYC Staten Island Holiday Gala! 🌟

Join us on Friday, December 5th at LiGreci’s Staaten as we honor our amazing volunteers and toast to another year of making a difference 💙

🎟️ $150 per person | 🕖 7 PM – 11 PM

✨ Sit-down dinner | 🍸 Open bar | 💃 Music & dancing all night!

Reserve your spot today — scan the QR code or email info@namistatenisland.org.

10/11/2025

🎉 BINGO NIGHT IS BACK! 🎉
Join us on Friday, November 14th at The Grand Colony Hall for a night full of laughter, prizes, and community fun — all in support of NAMI NYC Staten Island 💚

🎟 Entrance Fee: Bring a $15 gift card (with receipt) to cover admission — it’s an easy way to give back while joining the fun!

Doors open at 6:30 PM, games begin at 7:00 PM!
✨ Bingo books just $5 each
🎁 Raffles & 50/50s all night long
🍕 Pizza, pretzels, snacks, cake, coffee & more available for purchase!

Bring your friends, bring your luck, and come make memories while supporting mental health awareness in our community 💫

📍 460 Brielle Ave, Staten Island, NY
📞 718-477-1700 | ✉️ info@namistatenisland.org

10/09/2025

Celebrate the season with us at the NAMI NYC Staten Island Holiday Gala! 🌟
Join us on Friday, December 5th at LiGreci’s Staaten as we honor our amazing volunteers and toast to another year of making a difference 💙
🎟️ $150 per person | 🕖 7 PM – 11 PM
✨ Sit-down dinner | 🍸 Open bar | 💃 Music & dancing all night!
Reserve your spot today — scan the QR code or email info@namistatenisland.org.

09/06/2025

$100 per ticket includes Brunch buffet, Sangria, Mimosas and a Comedy Show

🎭 LAUGH for a CAUSE! 🎭
Join us for Max’s Es-Ca Comedy Fundraiser to benefit NAMI NYC Staten Island on Sept 28th, 12–3 PM!
🥂 Brunch, mimosas, sangria
🎤 Comedy by John Pizzi
🎟️ Raffles + 50/50
All for a great cause—mental health matters!

📞 Call Lyn at 718-477-1700 to reserve your spot!

09/02/2025

💙 You are not alone. NAMI NYC Staten Island offers free in-person support groups for families and individuals living with mental health challenges.

📅 Weekly Groups Include:
✔️ Family Support Group – Tuesdays 6:30–9PM (American Legion, temporary location through Nov)
✔️ Family Support Group – Wednesdays 11AM (JCC)
✔️ Family Support Group – Thursdays 6:30–9PM (JCC)
✔️ Chronic & Mental Health Pain Group – Wednesdays 6:30–8:30PM (American Legion)

📍 Locations: JCC & American Legion
🌐 Learn more: www.namistatenisland.org

✨ All groups are free, confidential, and open to the community. Together, we heal.

09/02/2025

🗣️ Talk Saves Lives 💙
Join NAMI NYC Staten Island and AFSP NYC for A Brief Introduction to Su***de Prevention.

📅 Wednesday, September 10th
🕖 7:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Richard University Medical Center, 355 Bard Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310
💲 Free & open to the community

Together, we can learn the warning signs, risk factors, and steps we can all take to help prevent su***de and support one another. 💚

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08/24/2025

✨ A wonderful day at the Emblem Health Center Senior Day! 💙 NAMI NYC Staten Island was proud to connect with our community, share resources, and spread awareness about mental health and wellness. 🧠💪