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Myra and Susan Every October, at our annual NAMIWalks NH, I walk in memory of my sister Myra.  When I share why I walk in her memory, I typically say that she lost her long, hard-fought battle with her mental illness in 1995.  What I don’t share is that at the time of her death […]

February’s Volunteer of the Month is Lauren Foster! Lauren has been moderating NAMI NH’s Life Under Construction social media for youth and young adults for many years.  She has been instrumental in its growth beyond Facebook to include Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).  For the past 4 years, Lauren has been involved with the Magnify

When you recognize that you or someone you love needs care for their mental health, it is important to connect with resources. Onward NH (OnwardNH.org) is a website that provides information about early serious mental illness (ESMI) and where to turn for help. Symptoms of serious mental health conditions may include changes in how a

By Kristen Welch, CFRE, Director of Development, NAMI New Hampshire On May 15, 2024, a cast of brave performers will take up the Bank of New Hampshire Stage and share their personal stories of overcoming mental illness, suicide, and substance use disorder in This Is My Brave, benefitting NAMI New Hampshire. The goal of this

Concord, N.H. (January 11, 2024) – Submissions are now open for the New Hampshire Children’s System of Care (CSoC) sixth annual Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest. Now through April 21, New Hampshire students in fifth through 12th grade are invited to submit a creative piece about their experiences and connections to mental health. An initiative of

NAMI National’s Youth and Young Adult team has released three new resources for parents, caregivers and those involved in the child welfare system. NAMI National’s School Break Resources gives helpful suggestions on how to keep structure at home when students have breaks from the classroom. The resources include fun activities and suggestions for traveling. NAMI National’s

January’s Volunteer of the Month is Ginny Nossiff! In 2021, Ginny participated in NAMI NH’s It’s Your Move Advocacy Training and hasn’t stopped since.  She has written letters holding mental health centers and state officials accountable and has testified at hearings to advocate for policy change to improve the lives of people impacted by mental

December’s Volunteer of the Month is Jordan Trombly! Jordan is one of our rock-star young adult volunteers!  He began volunteering with NAMI NH during the height of the pandemic.  In that first year, Jordan trained to become an In Our Own Voice presenter and immediately started sharing his story and message of hope.  He formed

November’s Volunteer of the Month is Barb Brunelle! Barb is a dedicated volunteer who is passionate about making systemic changes for those impacted by mental illness and suicide in the Granite State and has recently taken on new roles to provide education and support.  In 2023, Barb became a Life Interrupted trainer, has helped with

October 31st, 2023, is the 60th anniversary of the Community Mental Health Act, a policy initiative that changed the landscape of mental health treatment in the 20th century and led to the prevalence of today’s community resources. In 1963, President John F. Kennedy passed the Community Mental Health Act as part of his New Frontier