NAMI NH offers several supports to teens and young adults (ages 14-21) who are looking for information and resources to help them successfully transition to adulthood. We also encourage teens and youth to become involved with leadership opportunities to ensure the youth voice is strong and heard regarding the mental health system.
Life Under Construction ~ social networking site on FACEBOOK facilitated by a young adult. This site provides information, support and resources to assist teens and youth with emotional disorders/mental illness transition successfully into adulthood. You’ll also find information about how teens and young adults can get involved and connect with leadership opportunities that can influence policies in mental health, education and other related areas.
Youth M.O.V.E. National ~ This youth led national organization is devoted to improving services and systems that support positive growth and development by uniting the voices of individuals who have lived experience in various systems including mental health, juvenile justice, education and child welfare. Would you be interested in helping to strengthen the voice of youth in the NH policy making process? Get involved in the development of the NH chapter. Contact Fritz Manson vie email or NAMI NH via email or call 603.225.5359
NAMI NH Information and Resource Line ~ call (800) 242-6264 ext. 4, Monday ~ Friday, 9 am ~ 5 pm or email info@naminh.org
NAMI NH Membership ~ the voice of youth is essential to the transformation of NH’s public mental health system. Become a member today!
A Youth Guide to Treatment and Treatment Planning: A Better Life
This workbook for youth by Dr. Mary Grealish and Dr. Mark Chenven provides strategies to encourage them to engage in their treatment planning, using a strengths-based approach. Click here to view the workbook.
