NAMI Luzerne/Wyoming Counties

04/19/2024

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen events, meetings for both of our support groups have been suspended until further notice. We hope to have them up and running again very soon. Watch this space for further updates. We apologize for any inconvenience.

03/27/2024

Starting next month, our NAMI Family Support and NAMI Connections Support groups have a new meeting site! The groups will now be meeting at Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre (the former Mercy Hospital).

The Terrazzo Room and adjoining rooms have been reserved for NAMI for the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month, starting on April 8 and running through December 23. Meetings will be held at 5pm each night.

The Terrazzo Room is located on the lower level of the Medical Arts Building (MAB). The Medical Arts Building is located on 8 Church Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18765.

Directions to the Terrazzo Room:
Medical Arts Building (same side of Church Street as parkade)
Enter doors framed in white. Take elevator on your right or the stairs at the end of the hall to the lower level
Room is on your left at the end of the hall

The Parkade is attached to the Medical Arts Building. Please enter the Medical Arts Building through the doors framed in white.

12/13/2023

Staying humble allows me to maintain my recovery. Humility involves being “right-size “in my own eyes, not thinking too much or too little of myself. Believing that I don’t have to continue my recovery behaviors because I have years of stability under my belt can be very dangerous. Acting like I know what’s best for others or not taking responsibility for my mistakes and faults can also jeopardize my stability. Whether I’m on day 1 or day 10,000 of my journey, it behooves me to not become overconfident. On the other hand, it is realistic and necessary for me to acknowledge my strengths. We all have strengths and reasons to feel good about ourselves. I’ve created more distress in my life by lacking confidence than I have by being arrogant. Informing one’s self-esteem with an honest assessment of oneself paves the path to a humble, successful life.

12/11/2023

After over 20 years of working in the same field, I still experience anxiety at my job. My colleagues tell
me that I’m a great nurse and they love working with me. I, however, focus on my weaknesses perhaps
too much. I feel anxious every day, but I remind myself that I’ve learned a lot over the years, and that no
one is perfect. It’s good to stay humble and work on one’s weaknesses, as well as recognize one’s
strengths. Writing is a new endeavor for me, and I feel anxious when I am writing. I want to say
something worthwhile in an engaging fashion. I am pushing through my anxiety (using my healthy
coping mechanisms, and some unhealthy ones – potato chips, American cheese, pizza…). In my
experience, it’s worthwhile to take the risk of discovering one’s weaknesses and managing anxiety to
find one’s strengths and the activities in life that provide support and give life purpose and joy.

10/30/2023

We commit to whatever is important to us. That may be a beloved animal, our family, a career, a hobby, a cause, etc. We give our priorities attention and effort. We define ourselves and create our future by how we spend our resources, time, and energy. As someone living with a mental illness, it is very important to me to commit to my recovery. This means considering my mental health in every decision I make. Should I pick up that extra overnight shift because I really could use the money, but I haven’t been sleeping well? My meds cause me to gain weight, but they help me think clearly. Should I continue to take them? I’ve been invited out drinking with coworkers, but I don’t drink. What should I do? As we progress in our recovery journeys, we learn what works and what doesn’t work for ourselves. Sometimes, the less healthy choices can be tempting. Even when we make the best choices, things can still go upside down. Life throws curveballs. Making an absolute commitment to my recovery means that I can bounce back from setbacks. Putting my mental health first gives me the freedom and ability to commit to the other special priorities in my life.

10/30/2023

10/23/2023

NAMI Connection Peer Support Group has resumed at the NAMI Office!
2nd and 4th Monday of every month @ 5:00pm
259 Wyoming Avenue, Lower Level
Kingston, PA 18704
😃😀🥰😀😀

10/23/2023

Getting started can feel impossible sometimes. Crawling out from under the covers in the morning (or afternoon). Putting pen to paper hoping the words flow. Eating healthier. Sharing something that I have never shared with anyone. The first day of a new job. All involve moving from a familiar, comfortable place to a riskier place where both failure and success are possible. Not taking that first step can be tempting. Sometimes, I think that starting something (the day, a project, a friendship, etc.) is easier when I view taking the first step itself as a measure of success. I put my feet on the floor. I submit the article. I plan my food for the day. I come out to a friend. I show up. And I give myself a little credit. Successful beginnings instill confidence and set the stage for more success. It’s worth it to risk taking the first step.
What are your experiences with getting started?

10/08/2023

https://www.luzernecounty.org/Activities/Activity/Detail/Luzerne-County-Cares-Community-Expo-759

07/17/2023

System of Care is a philosophy on how child-serving system's supports & services should be delivered.

06/12/2023

Sounds like an awesome day!

NAMI Northeast Region PA is proud to be a part of this year's Climb Out of the Darkness event to raise awareness, support, and funds for Perinatal Mental Health.

Our Program Services Leader, Katie Spencer, is a Co-Host of this event along with Kristen Miller-Hahn.

Katie has created a Maternal Mental Health Education Program that has been offered throughout our region and at the state level. Katie also facilitates a support group, Momma Bears, for individuals struggling with their pre & post natal mental & emotional health.

We hope that you will support this event and invite you to learn more about the maternal mental health programs and supports that NAMI Northeast Region offers.

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06/06/2023

05/21/2023

What a great day yesterday at the 19th Annual Mental Health Walk & Recovery Fair. Catching up with old friends and making new connections….community and resource sharing is what it’s all about! Thanks to all the sponsors, agencies and individuals who helped make yesterday’s event a success.

05/20/2023

One hour left to our even today at Kirby park. Come and join us.