NAMI Mid-Hudson is dedicated to building better lives
for those living with a mental health condition and their
families in Dutchess and Ulster Counties.
11/27/2025
This Thanksgiving, we are holding gratitude for our community.
For the families, the volunteers, the youth, and the partners who walk beside us — thank you. 🧡
May your day be filled with peace, connection, and hope.
With love and gratitude,
Your Friends at NAMI Mid-Hudson
11/27/2025
Sometimes it’s hard to tell if our friends are feeling down or if there’s a deeper struggle. There are ten common warning signs that students should know. Use this resource to help students learn the warning signs and understand the next steps they could take to help a friend.
11/20/2025
"Since 2011, the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) has set aside the third Thursday of November to celebrate the "Power of Rural" on National Rural Health Day (NRHD). This day is an opportunity to bring attention to and honor the incredible efforts of rural healthcare providers, communities, organizations, State Offices of Rural Health, and other stakeholders dedicated to addressing the unique healthcare needs of rural America." - https://powerofrural.org/
11/11/2025
NAMI Mid-Hudson is thrilled to welcome Grace as a Young Adult Presenter with NAMI Mid-Hudson’s Ending the Silence program! On October 7th and 8th 2025 our team joined Noelee Randolph’s health classes at Highland High School to share powerful stories and spark meaningful conversations around mental health.
11/06/2025
💚 You are not alone. NAMI HelpLine volunteers and staff have created the Teen & Young Adult Resource Directory—a collection of trusted tools and supports designed to help you find the resources you need for your mental health journey.
👉 Explore the directory today and share it with someone who may need it
Link:https://www.nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/Images/FactSheets/NAMI-Teen-and-Young-Adult-HelpLine-Resource-Directory.pdf
10/15/2025
Thank you Beacon High School Health Teacher, Kelly Mills for having NAMI Mid-Hudson
Present Ending the Silence in your classes on Tuesday,October 14th! Learning it’s OK to reach out to a Trusted Adult if you are struggling with symptoms of a mental health condition was so valuable.
Discover how to open conversations about mental health and foster healthy wellness habits at home with NAMI
09/17/2025
September is Su***de Prevention Month—a time to learn, listen, and remind one another that help and hope are real. Throughout the month, NAMI Mid-Hudson will share practical tools for starting compassionate conversations, offer educational programs and support groups, and highlight community events on our calendar. We’ll also share inspiring personal stories of recovery and hope that break down stigma and strengthen connection across Dutchess and Ulster counties. Together, we can foster a community where people feel seen, supported, and safe asking for help. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org for 24/7 support. You are not alone.
09/09/2025
Start a Conversation. Be the Difference.
With one conversation, asking someone how they’re really doing — and being ready to truly listen — can save lives. Because here’s what we know: No one has to face this alone. Help exists. Healing is possible. And all it can take is for one person to start a conversation.
On Sept. 10, World Su***de Prevention Day, NAMI CEO Dan Gillison will lead a National Moment of Silence at 1 p.m. ET on this page and across NAMI’s social media channels. Join us by following, sharing, and showing your support.
In Image 1 Amanda (NAMI Mid-Hudson intern), Jo Ann (NAMI Mid-Hudson ED), and Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger, who stopped by our table at the EllenWell Community Event to chat and celebrate community wellness. 🌿💙
In Image 2 we give heartfelt thanks to Janet Nuñez, Site Program Manager at the Trudy Farber Resnick Center in Ellenville, and Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger, whose leadership and support made the EllenWell Community Event possible!
In Image 3 Jo Ann and Jen enjoy conversation at the EllenWell Community Event – connecting, and collaborating in the spirit of community wellness. ✨💙
08/28/2025
Are your kids heading back to school? While you’re collecting everything on your classroom supplies list, remember to add “mental health and wellness strategies.” Then visit nami.org/BackToSchool to learn how you can support your children’s mental wellness.
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NAMI Mid-Hudson, Inc. or NAMI MH is the local affiliate of NAMI.
NAMI Mid-Hudson is Incorporated and a 501(c)(3) organization serving the people of Dutchess and Ulster Counties in New York since 1981. Our office is located in Poughkeepsie NY.
OUR MISSION
ADVOCATE for and support individuals with mental illnesses, family members and their loved ones.
ERADICATE stigma.
SUPPORT research, causes and treatment; and access to services regarding mental illness.
EDUCATE the public about mental illnesses
WORK to improve public and private
support systems for individuals with
mental illnesses
Promote and Teach NAMI Free Educational Classes
COMMUNITY OUTREACH: NAMI MH is striving to be active
in our community by collaboratively working with other organizations, local businesses, and schools to educate
the public and de-stigmatize mental illness.
ADVOCACY: NAMI MH actively works with NAMI New York State Organization to lobby local and state government bodies on behalf of the mentally ill.