NAMI Lehigh Valley

02/26/2026

Join Us TONIGHT on Zoom for our Peer Support Group

Our peer groups are free, confidential, and welcoming spaces where you can connect with others who truly understand. 💙

🔗 Join here: https://zoom.us/j/984334883

⏰ Please be on time. Access will close 5 minutes after the group begins, out of respect for everyone’s experience.

You’re not alone. We hope to see you tonight.

02/25/2026

Join Us TONIGHT on Zoom for our Family Support Group

Our groups are free, confidential, and welcoming spaces where you can connect with others who truly understand. 💙

🔗 Join here: https://zoom.us/j/849897305 or call 646-558-8656 and use meeting ID 849-897-305

⏰ Please be on time. Access will close 5 minutes after the group begins, out of respect for everyone’s experience.

You’re not alone. We hope to see you tonight.

02/24/2026

Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe and Pike counties - we want to hear your voices!

NAMI LV will be there to share in this important community dialogue. We hope to see you, too!

Lehigh Valley families we’re coming together for children.

Youth across our region are experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress at higher rates than ever. But too often, support comes too late.

That’s why Strong Minds, Bright Futures is hosting a Community Dialogue in Lehigh Valley to talk about real solutions.

-Wednesday, March 4
- 5:00–7:00 PM
- Colonial Intermediate Unit 20, Easton

This is a space to:
- Share what’s working
- Identify barriers to care
- Elevate prevention and early support
- Strengthen school and community partnerships

Youth, parents, educators, providers, and community leaders are all welcome. Children are welcome too.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/childrens-mental-health-listening-session-lehigh-valley-tickets-1981600100243?aff=oddtdtcreator


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02/24/2026

When someone is experiencing a mental health crisis, the response matters.

NAMI Lehigh Valley’s Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) program helps ensure that individuals in crisis are met with understanding, compassion, and trained support.

CIT-trained officers receive specialized education in recognizing the signs of mental health challenges, de-escalating situations safely, and connecting individuals to appropriate resources. If someone calls and requests a CIT-trained officer, and one is available, they will respond.

This training helps create safer outcomes for everyone involved - individuals in crisis, families, and first responders.

Our local CIT program now trains:
• Municipal police officers
• Sheriff’s department
• Corrections officers in both adult and juvenile facilities

By equipping first responders with the tools and knowledge to navigate mental health crises, we are strengthening safety, reducing stigma, and building a more informed community.

CIT is one of the many ways NAMI Lehigh Valley works behind the scenes to improve mental health response throughout our region.

Learn more at

Read the video transcript The lack of mental health crisis services across the U.S. has resulted in law enforcement officers serving as first responders to most crises. A Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) program is an innovative, community-based approach to improve the outcomes of these encounters. In...

02/23/2026

Our annual Community Dinner & Raffle is more than just a fundraiser. It’s a reflection of what’s possible when people come together to ensure that mental health support remains accessible to everyone.

Because of this event and the generosity behind it, NAMI Lehigh Valley is able to provide free support groups, educational programs, CIT training to local law enforcement, and resources to individuals and families throughout our community, removing barriers and ensuring that no one has to navigate mental health challenges alone.

It’s also a chance to gather, connect, and be reminded that support exists and that together, we can continue building a more compassionate community.

Click below earn more about the Community Dinner & Raffle:

Come join us at NAMI Lehigh Valley's 33rd Annual Community Dinner and Raffle for a night good food, great company, and exciting raffle items

02/22/2026

Our Community Dinner & Raffle is one of the ways NAMI Lehigh Valley raises funds to support the free programs we provide throughout the year, including support groups, education, and outreach for individuals and families affected by mental health challenges.

We’re currently seeking gift cards and gift baskets valued between $25 and $100 to include in this year’s raffle. These donations play a meaningful role in helping us continue offering our programs at no cost to the community.

If you own a business, work for a business, or would like to contribute personally, we would be grateful for your support.

📦 Donation drop-off deadline: Monday, March 20
📍 Drop off at NAMI Lehigh Valley office
📧 Questions? Contact: info@nami-lv.org

To help us plan, please signup to donate here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0544ABA92FA3FF2-61923543-33rd #/

Every donation helps strengthen the support and resources available to our community. Thank you for being part of this effort.

02/20/2026

Volunteering doesn’t just help others - it helps us, too.

Being part of something larger than ourselves can have a powerful impact on our mental health. Volunteering creates connection, builds purpose, and reminds us that what we do matters. It can reduce feelings of isolation, strengthen self-confidence, and provide a sense of belonging that benefits both the volunteer and the community.

At NAMI Lehigh Valley, our volunteers play a vital role in helping us provide free support groups, educational programs, and outreach throughout the community. Every conversation, every event, and every act of support helps ensure that no one has to face mental health challenges alone.

Volunteering is more than giving your time. It’s helping create hope, understanding, and connection for others, while strengthening your own sense of purpose along the way.

If you’ve ever considered getting involved, we’d love to have you be part of our volunteer team! Consider signing up to help at our upcoming spaghetti dinner!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0544ABA92FA3FF2-61923543-33rd #/

For other opportunities, email us at info@nami-lv.org

Together, we are building a more compassionate and supportive community.

02/19/2026

Join Us at Listen to the Dissonance on Friday, February 27 at the Charles A. Brown Ice House in Bethlehem.

This event blends live performances with open discussions about resilience, creativity, and the realities of mental health, helping to create space for honest, stigma-free dialogue.

🟦 NAMI Lehigh Valley will have a table at the event to share information about our free support groups, education programs, and community resources.

If you’re attending, be sure to stop by and say hello. We’d love to connect.

Tickets are available on Eventbrite or at the door:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/listen-to-the-dissonance-2026-songs-and-conversations-about-mental-health-tickets-1981908283026

02/17/2026

Each year, NAMI Lehigh Valley hosts our Community Dinner & Raffle as a fundraiser to help sustain the free programs we provide throughout the year. From peer-led support groups and family education to community outreach and advocacy, these services are available at no cost because of the generosity of our community.

This event is also an opportunity to come together to connect, to support one another, and to celebrate the shared commitment to mental health awareness and care in the Lehigh Valley.

Whether you’ve attended before or are joining us for the first time, your presence helps ensure that individuals and families facing mental health challenges continue to have a place to turn.

Get your tickets today at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nami-lehigh-valley-33rd-annual-community-dinner-and-raffle-fundraiser-tickets-1981807975002?aff=oddtdtcreator

Together, we are building a stronger, more supportive community.

02/14/2026

Valentine’s Day can bring up a mix of emotions including love, gratitude, loneliness, joy, or even stress. And all of those feelings are valid.

Today is a reminder that love isn’t just about romance. It’s also about:
💙 showing kindness to yourself
💙 checking in on a friend
💙 setting healthy boundaries
💙 asking for support when you need it

If today feels joyful, we’re glad you’re celebrating.
If today feels heavy, you’re not alone.

Be kind to your heart today!