NAMI Vermont

11/24/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from NAMI Vermont! We hope you have a fun and restorative Thanksgiving holiday this week!

The NAMI Vermont office will be closed on Thursday, November 27, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, and on Friday, November 28. If you need to reach us, please send an email or leave a message, and we will respond as soon as we return to the office. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text 988.

Please note that the Burlington Connection Support Group will not meet on November 27. The next meeting is set for December 4. To stay up to date with the latest information on our support groups, please check our calendar at www.namivt.org/events or sign up for support group reminders.

11/21/2025

The journey to mental wellness is not a straight road, and rarely is it rapid. However, when we embrace a stigma-free environment and join together to support mental wellness, recovery happens. NAMI Vermont offers all support groups, education programs, and presentations FREE of charge to those who need them. This is made possible by the generosity of people like you — people who donate to NAMI Vermont. Please consider a year-end gift of support!

Donate today at www.namivt.org/donate.

11/20/2025

Save the date! Join us for our upcoming virtual 2gether We Make A Difference volunteer Q&A on December 2nd!

Learn more about how you can get involved and make a positive impact in your community through our volunteer opportunities, which suit everyone’s interests and schedule. You can choose to help with events and outreach, join a committee, or become a program leader. Whether you’re an individual living with a mental health condition, a family member, a student, or a passionate advocate, there’s a perfect fit for everyone!

Find the Zoom link on our calendar at www.namivt.org/events.

Interested in helping out with our annual walk? You can create or join a team, rally your friends and family, help out on our events committee, or volunteer on the day of the event. Our Events Coordinator, Kathleen, will guide you every step of the way!

Learn more at www.namiwalks.org/vermont.

Questions? Please reach out to info@namivt.org or 802-876-7949. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

11/20/2025

We honor the lives lost to anti-trans violence — and stand with the trans community in the fight for safety, respect, and accessible mental health support.

Here are some NAMI resources for people in the trans community:

- Hope Starts With Us: Pride & LGBTQ+ Mental Health: nami.org/HSWU-PrideAndLGBTQ

- Identity & Cultural Dimensions: LGBTQ+: nami.org/lgbtq

- NAMI Blog: Using Our Voice to Protect the Mental Health of the LGBTQ+ Community: nami.org/blog-usingourvoice

- NAMI HelpLine Knowledge Article: Are there any mental health resources specifically for the LGBTQI community? nami.org/helpline-lgbtqresources-english | nami.org/helpline-lgbtqresources-espanol

- NAMI HelpLine Knowledge Article: How can I find an LGBTQI-affirming mental health provider? English: nami.org/helpline-lgbtqaffirming-english | Español: nami.org/helpline-lgbtqaffirming-spanish

11/19/2025

As a nonprofit organization, NAMI Vermont relies on the generosity of our donors to continue providing free mental health support, education, and advocacy across Vermont. As we approach the end of the year, please keep mental health at the forefront of your year-end giving plans and consider supporting NAMI Vermont.

You can send us a check, give us a call, or donate online through PayPal! For more information, please visit www.namivt.org/donate. Please note: you do not need a PayPal account to make a one-time donation. With your help, we can continue working toward a world where all Vermonters affected by mental health challenges receive the care, support, and knowledge that they need. Thank you for your support!

11/18/2025

Join NAMI Vermont’s FREE two-day Provider Teacher Training and help improve healthcare for everyone!

- Dates: Saturday & Sunday, December 6 & 7
- Times: Sat. 10 AM – 5 PM and Sun. 9 AM – 4 PM
- Location: Central Vermont Medical Center

Learn to lead NAMI Provider, a program for in-service training of healthcare professionals. Gain insights and practical tools for mental health advocacy and help healthcare professionals across Vermont develop collaborative care skills to support individuals and families experiencing mental health challenges.

Who should attend:

- Individuals living with a mental health condition
- Family members
- Mental health professionals who are either living with a mental health challenge or have a family member who is

We will provide lunch, training materials, and lodging for those traveling. Space is limited! Register now at www.namivt.org/provider to reserve your spot. A staff member will reach out with more information and directions to get there. Questions? Please contact our Program Coordinator at program@namivt.org.

NAMI Provider introduces mental health professionals to the perspectives of people living with mental health conditions and their families.

11/18/2025

We’re excited to announce that NAMI Vermont will be attending Destination BTV, Burlington’s premier conference hosted by Hello Burlington! As a Lake Champlain Chamber (LCC) member, we will be networking, handing out business cards, and offering brochures with information about our free mental health resources, educational programs, and services. This is a great opportunity for us to engage with the community, promote our mission, and get our name out there!

11/17/2025

NAMI Vermont made some incredible connections at the 2025 National Association of Social Workers Vermont Conference!

We were proud to participate in this amazing event to build connections and offer FREE resources and support. Our staff members, Kathleen, Jodi, and Laurie, were delighted to take time away from their desks to meet mental health professionals who support Vermonters in so many ways. Kathleen reported that conference attendees were so excited about our free mental health materials that she almost ran out! Luckily, Laurie and Jodi were able to restock our supplies the next day.

Thank you, NASW-VT, for coordinating this incredible event! We’re so grateful for the opportunity to continue raising awareness about mental health and to connect professionals with even more resources to help them serve and uplift their clients.

Are you interested in our free resources, which are highly popular among professionals and individuals alike? Visit www.namivt.org/resources to explore what we have to offer. If you have an upcoming event and would like NAMI Vermont to provide resources and support, we would love to hear from you! Get in touch at info@namivt.org or 802-876-7949.

11/14/2025

Join NAMI Vermont for an engaging virtual Lunch & Learn series, starting on December 3rd! These free sessions will be held on the first Wednesday of every month from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Each presentation will cover topics related to mental health, wellness, advocacy, and community support, all delivered by knowledgeable speakers with diverse backgrounds.

We're excited to kick off the series with Matthew Dickson, a remarkable advocate and the first person with schizophrenia to bicycle across Canada. In his presentation, he will discuss his personal journey of recovery and the practical strategies that helped him overcome challenges. No matter how you identify related to mental illness, this is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights and hope!

To learn more about our Lunch & Learn series, please visit namivt.org/lunch-learn-series. You’re welcome to attend any number of sessions! Please note that registration is required to attend. After you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a Zoom link and reminders before each session.

Join NAMI Vermont for a series of presentations relating to mental health, delivered by knowledgeable speakers in a relaxed, lunchtime format.

11/13/2025

NAMI Vermont's Annual Appeal is now live, with this year's theme: Growing Unity in Community!

As the demand for our programs and services continues to grow, we need your support to meet this increasing need in Vermont. Please consider donating to NAMI Vermont before the end of the year. Your gift will help us expand our programs and support groups throughout the state in the coming year!

Here are some ways you can support NAMI Vermont:

- Send us a check! Please make your check payable to: NAMI Vermont, 600 Blair Park Rd, Ste 301, Williston, VT 05495

- Give us a call! Make a donation by phone at (802) 876-7949. Jenny, our Office Manager, will assist you and answer any questions you may have.

- Donate online! We have a PayPal Button available for anyone who wishes to make a one-time donation or a recurring donation. Please note: you do not need a PayPal account to make a one-time donation. However, a PayPal account is required for recurring donations to ensure that you can cancel at any time.

For more information, please visit www.namivt.org/donate. We appreciate your support and thank you for considering donating to NAMI Vermont!

11/12/2025

NAMI Vermont is proud to team up with American Flatbread Stowe for a special Benefit Bake!

Join us on Thursday, December 4, at the Stowe location, where they will generously donate a portion of their proceeds from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. For every large flatbread sold, $3.50 will go to NAMI Vermont, and for every small flatbread, $1.75 will be contributed. This applies to all take-out orders as well!

Every contribution makes a difference. With your support, we can continue to provide our free educational programs and mental health resources to help Vermonters build better lives. Come out on December 4, enjoy a delicious meal from American Flatbread, and show your support for NAMI Vermont!

To learn more about American Flatbread’s mission and the Benefit Bake, visit: www.americanflatbread.com/locations/stowe-vt.

🎶💙 Join us Thursdays for tunes in the tavern & the chance to support a community cause!

11.6
Tunes: Tim Comings + Brian Maple
Benefit: Rural Vermont

11.13
Tunes: Reid Parsons

11.20
Tunes: The Butterfields

12.4
Tunes: Ali T.
Benefit: NAMI Vermont

12.11
Tunes: David Karl Roberts
Benefit: Meals on Wheels

12.18
Tunes: The Lloyd Tyler Band
Benefit: UVM Children's Hospital