NAMI Mid-Hudson

03/12/2026

As we welcome March and recognize Women’s Health Month, we are reminded of the importance of caring for ourselves with the same compassion we offer others. Women often serve as the heart of families and communities, yet their own well-being can sometimes come last.

Prioritizing mental and emotional health is not selfish—it is essential.

When we care for ourselves, we strengthen our capacity to support those we love and help build healthier, more compassionate communities.

At NAMI Mid-Hudson, we are committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of women, families, and individuals across Dutchess and Ulster Counties. Below are a few ways you can connect, learn, and find support in the month ahead. 💗

03/08/2026

NAMI-Mid Hudson celebrates International Women’s Day by remembering to honor the strength, courage, and resilience of women around the world

03/02/2026

Say It Out Loud: Creating Connections Through Conversations!
Created by young people for young people, NAMI Say It Out Loud is a free online card game that will bring you closer to your friends through conversation prompts about life, relationships, and mental health.

02/28/2026

NAMI Mid-Hudson welcomed Doreen Clifford Youth Programs Analyst Division of Youth Services Dutchess County Community and Family Services from as we presented to Union Vale Middle School 8th graders on Wed., Feb. 11th 2026.
Thank you Kathleen Vogt 8th Grade Health Educator for seeing the importance of  equipping our students with mental health resources and positive coping strategies. Thank you for arranging the schedule so we could teach  all 300 students!  
As shown from last year’s presentation, it truly can save a life! Reach out to NAMI Mid-Hudson for information on free educational classes and resources if your child/adolescence is struggling with emotional/behavioral issues. 845-206-9892

02/27/2026

For those who who haven’t seen “Meet Little Monster” Coloring & Activity Book-Available in 6 languages! https:// www.nami.org/kids-teens-and-young-adults/kids-and-parents/how-to-talk-to-your-child-about-their-mental-
health/

02/26/2026

If you are supporting a family member who is living with a mental health condition you are not alone!
Receive support, guidance, and encouragement from people with similar experiences. This Wed.,  3/4/26 at 6:30 pm at the Dover Library in Wingdale. Come Join Us!

02/20/2026

On Friday, February 13th 2026 High School students in Beacon, NY heard Makayla speak about her mental health positive coping strategies, including live music—one of the many rich resources readily available in this creative hub of The Hudson Valley.

Ms. Mills classroom is a wonderful environment for learning, she asks questions from outside the norms of everyday life, designed to elicit deep-thinking:
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-How does one cultivate an independent mind?
-Can you protect yourself from envy?
-Who should you trust with sensitive topics (like mental health)?
-What does true self-awareness & self-reliance look like?
-Why is kindness more powerful than brute force?

We appreciated visiting Beacon and engaging over 100 teenagers in an open discussion about mental health!



https://namimidhudson.org/your-journey/kids-teens-and-young-adults/teen-young-adult-resources/

02/15/2026

Mental health is health. And advancing culturally responsive care is not a moment — it is ongoing work.

As Maya Angelou’s words remind us, growth begins with awareness. When we know better, we do better — together. 🖤

02/12/2026

On Wed., Feb 4, 2026
NAMI Mid-Hudson presented Ending the Silence to Marist Liberty Partnership Mentors and Interns at Marist College.

The interns, most of whom are planning to enter the mental health field, shared thoughts on how they reach the younger public school students they tutor through LPP—one intern mentioned the importance of finding the ROOT CAUSE of problems and challenges students face.

During the ETS presentation, meditation is highlighted as an extremely effective coping strategy for ones mental health and maintaining wellness.

The feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive. Many students  shared how helpful, impactful and inspiring they found the presentation.

We wish the best for all the hardworking Interns at LPP, and are glad you were inspired to continue help the Poughkeepsie school students you tutor to excel!

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01/19/2026

After an Ending the Silence presentation at Spackenkill High School, NAMI Mid-Hudson Program Coordinator, Rob contemplates a motivational saying painted on the stairs which says:
“Believe You Can and You Are Halfway There”

Self-awareness and introspection are two skills he encourages students to practice in order to develop confidence—an essential ingredient in a healthy mind.

John Aagaard invited
NAMI Mid-Hudson to speak about mental health and su***de prevention in his Health classes. Mr. Aagaard’s strong presence and easygoing demeanor make him a student-favorite and go-to Trusted Adult for local teens.

Spackenkill is known for its athletic programs. Trophies and championship plaques line the hallways, reminding everyone of past glories & inspiring future victories. A significant percentage of students mentioned how sports are a positive coping strategy and play a huge role in their stability and mental wellness.

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https://namimidhudson.org/your-journey/kids-teens-and-young-adults/teen-young-adult-resources/

01/12/2026

On Thursday, January 8th 2026
Young Adult Presenter, Grace shares strategies from her mental health ‘tool box’ with students at Marlboro High School. Strategies shared by Ending The Silence (ETS) speakers are based in practices that benefit their personal well-being.

Meghan Vigeant, a Social Worker at Marlboro, visited classes for the presentations and noticed how engaged and respectful the students were—their mental activity was stimulated!

Each attendee of ETS receives a quality bracelet with 988 and NAMI Mid-Hudson’s website engraved in the green silicone. 988 is the 24/7 number to call if someone has questions or concerns about their own mental health, are worried about someone they know, or (and especially) in case of a mental health emergency. Students leave the presentation understanding exactly what 988 is and exit wearing a visual reminder on their wrist.

Some teachers at Marlboro enjoy observing birds down on the banks of the Hudson River. During winter
Bald Eagles fly above the water, show off to one another, and take advantage of ice floes in order to complete a complex mating dance.

Birding is a powerful way to strengthen mental health and achieve balance, particularly in those who have a strong affinity with Nature.



https://namimidhudson.org/your-journey/kids-teens-and-young-adults/teen-young-adult-resources/

01/01/2026