NAMI Bucks County PA

03/05/2026

Not only is Cara an amazing co-responder, she is also an amazing friend, co-teacher of our new Buried in Treasures Workshop, and NAMI supporter. We 💚 you, Cara Gadzinski!

In honor of March being Social Workers Month, we wanted to acknowledge the work of our human services co-responder, Cara Gadzinski. She's a specially trained social worker who's been paired with our police for the last several years.

Cara assists with a variety of calls, including de-escalating adolescent issues or runaway scenarios, domestic violence calls, assisting those dealing with mental strife, and intervening in instances where su***de or self-harm are a concern.

Thank you, Cara, for all of your work! Falls Township Police Department appreciates you!

03/05/2026

Justice Remembered: Holding Tech Giants Accountable

In March 2023, Bucks County took a landmark step to address the youth mental health crisis by filing a civil lawsuit against the parent companies of TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube, with the DA’s Office utilizing its unique civil enforcement authority under Pennsylvania’s Consumer Protection Law.

The lawsuit asks a critical question: Should tech companies be held responsible for the impact their platform designs have on children? The county alleged that features engineered to be addictive contributed to a significant increase in anxiety and depression among local students, straining our schools and mental health resources.

The initiative was a collaborative effort between the County Commissioners; the District Attorney’s Office, then led by District Attorney Matt Weintraub; and the County Law Department, then led by County Solicitor Joe Khan.

By joining forces, Bucks County became one of the first in the nation to argue that the safety of children must be a priority in the digital age.

Since that filing, Bucks County’s effort has become part of a massive national movement, and there have already been historic milestones this year.

Earlier this month, a trial began in Los Angeles, marking the first time a jury will decide if design choices like infinite scrolling and notification algorithms are responsible for harming children.

Courts recently ruled that while platforms aren't responsible for what users post, they can be held liable for designs found to be inherently dangerous to minors.

Just days before the trial in Los Angeles, both Snapchat and TikTok reached undisclosed settlements, and several platforms are now implementing stricter privacy and time-limit features.

Bucks County was at the forefront of this fight, which continues as Joe Khan takes on his new role as District Attorney. As the proceedings in Los Angeles continue, our goal remains clear: ensuring the safety and well-being of our children always comes before corporate profit.

Read more about the original 2023 lawsuit here: https://patch.com/pennsylvania/newtown-pa/bucks-county-sues-social-media-giants-fueling-mental-health-crisis

03/05/2026

Join us tonight for our free, in-person peer recovery support group from 7-8:30 PM at Yardley Friends Meeting, 65 N. Main Street, Yardley, PA, 19067. All are welcome!

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who’ve been there.

NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.

By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You’ll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you:

⦿ Aim for better coping skills
⦿ Find strength in sharing experiences
⦿ Not judge anyone’s pain
⦿ Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
⦿ Embrace humor as healthy
⦿ Accept that we cannot solve every problem
⦿ Understand that mental health conditions are no one’s fault and can be traumatic experiences

Learn more at www.namibuckspa.org/support/ and e-mail supportgroups@namibuckspa.org.

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03/05/2026

Brandon, Katie, and Nick had an amazing day providing resources and support at the third annual Recovery & Mental Health Community Resource Fair, hosted by the Collegiate Recovery Program and Student Life. Thank you to everyone who stopped at the NAMI table!

Special thanks to Emily Sexton who gives life to these amazing events as the Collegiate Recovery Program Coordinator. This program would not exist without her, and we are so grateful for her hard work and dedication!

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03/05/2026

Join us today at 1PM for our free NAMI Moving Forward: Goal Setting Group. At NAMI Bucks County, not only do we survive our mental health challenges, we also learn how to thrive! Join us as we support each other and share skills and tools related to setting goals using the SMART model.

‣ 1:00 PM - Moving Forward: A Goal Setting Group
➥ bit.ly/NAMIVirtual ID: 912 202 4943 | PW: 202901

Don’t forget, the WarmLine is open and available for calls from 3PM - 10PM. To reach our WarmLine, call 215-343-3055 and choose option 1.

You can find support group information, event information, and learn more at www.namibuckspa.org/support/. If you have any questions, email supportgroups@namibuckspa.org.

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03/05/2026

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03/04/2026

Our Grief & Loss Support Group meets this evening at 7PM. This is a free, confidential, shared strength group for anyone who has experienced loss of any kind. Groups are led by NAMI trained peers who have experienced loss themselves, and all Pennsylvania residents are welcome.

‣ 7:00 PM - NAMI Grief & Loss Support Group
➥ https://bit.ly/NAMIGroup | ID: 739 904 7640 | PW: 565372

Details & Registration: www.namibuckspa.org/onlinesupport/
Questions: supportgroups@namibuckspa.org

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03/03/2026

The third annual Recovery & Mental Health Community Resource Fair, hosted by the Collegiate Recovery Program and Student Life, is happening this Thursday, March 5th, from 12 noon until 2:00 PM in the Rollins Building at Bucks County Community College's Newtown campus.

Please join NAMI, along with more than 50 recovery, mental health & wellness organizations from Bucks and surrounding counties as we come together for an afternoon of information, support, resources, demonstrations, door prizes, giveaways, and community connection!

03/03/2026

NAMI Bucks County PA would like to thank Belmont Behavioral Health System for joining us as a Silver Sponsor of the fourth annual NAMI Bucks County Golf Outing to be held on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Northampton Valley Country Club in Richboro.

"With multiple locations that offer various inpatient and outpatient services, Belmont Behavioral Health System is one of the largest mental and behavioral healthcare providers in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, area. For the past 75 years, this hospital has been offering life-saving and life-changing treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults alike, and supplies a full continuum of care designed to meet the various treatment needs of all who require top-notch mental and behavioral healthcare services."

Learn more at www.belmontbehavioral.com and get your tickets to golf with us on May 18th at www.namibucksgolf.org.

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03/03/2026

Last night, two devastating fires tragically claimed the lives of a Bristol Borough resident and a Bensalem Township resident, while destroying the homes and cherished belongings of many of our neighbors.

Our hearts are with the families of those lost and everyone impacted by these events. We extend our deepest gratitude to the emergency responders and offer our full support to the community.

If you are struggling to cope, experiencing grief or overwhelm, or simply need someone to talk to, please call us at 215-343-3055 or join one of our support groups. You are not alone, and our support is always free. You can learn more at www.namibuckspa.org/support/.

03/03/2026

We have 4 free, confidential NAMI Support Programs meeting today both online and in-person. All are welcome! Registration is required for online groups, but not for in-person groups.

Details & Registration: www.namibuckspa.org/support/
Questions: supportgroups@namibuckspa.org

𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽𝘀:
‣ 10 A - Wellness & Recovery
➥ bit.ly/NAMIVirtual | ID: 912 202 4943 | PW: 202901
‣ 6 P - Q***r Youth Group
➥ In-Person - St. James Episcopal Church, Langhorne
‣ 7 P - LGBTQIA+
➥ bit.ly/NAMIVirtual | ID: 912 202 4943 | PW: 202901
‣ 9 P - Night Owl
➥ bit.ly/NAMIVirtual | ID: 912 202 4943 | PW: 202901

📱 Emotional Support WarmLine (1-on-1 Peer Support):
‣ 3PM - 10PM - Call 215-343-3055 and press 1

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03/02/2026

Well, it looks like a little more snow is expected overnight, so we wanted to give you something to look forward to: our very first pickleball tournament!

Thanks to the generous owner of Buxmont Pickleball Club, Joel Block, NAMI will be hosting a tournament on June 20th in memory of Joel's son, Alex Block, whose life was lost to su***de.

All proceeds will benefit NAMI's life-saving support, education, and advocacy programs in Bucks County, so please save the date and join us for a day of fun to remember and honor Alex's life. Stay tuned for details, and remember that tickets will go on sale on April 1st!