NAMI Lehigh Valley

NAMI Lehigh Valley Providing free mental health support, education & advocacy to our community. Find Help. Find Hope

If you or a loved one is diagnosed with a mental health condition NAMI-LV is here for you. We provide free mental health education, support and advocacy to help you and your family on your journey to recovery and healing.

MYTH: PTSD only affects veterans.TRUTH: PTSD can affect anyone who has experienced or witnessed trauma.Trauma can come f...
06/07/2026

MYTH: PTSD only affects veterans.

TRUTH: PTSD can affect anyone who has experienced or witnessed trauma.

Trauma can come from many experiences including violence, abuse, accidents, medical events, sudden loss, disasters, or other deeply distressing situations. And the effects are not always visible from the outside.

PTSD is not weakness.
It is not “being dramatic.”
It is not something someone can simply “get over.”

This PTSD Awareness Month, let’s replace judgment with compassion and remind those living with trauma that they are not alone.

NAMI Lehigh Valley is here to help individuals and families find support, education, and connection. Visit nami-lv.org to learn more.

Some people are very good at looking “fine.” They go to work. They answer messages. They take care of others. They keep...
06/06/2026

Some people are very good at looking “fine.” They go to work. They answer messages. They take care of others. They keep moving. But being functional is not the same as being okay.

This is your reminder to check in on the people who seem strong, busy, capable, or “always fine.” They may be carrying more than they show. A simple check-in can make a difference:

“How are you really doing?”
“I’m here if you want to talk.”
“You don’t have to handle everything alone.”

NAMI Lehigh Valley is here to help individuals and families find support, education, and community. Check out our resources at https://nami-lv.org/

You are not alone.

Access to mental health care can be life-changing and for many people, Medicaid is part of that stability.NAMI has raise...
06/05/2026

Access to mental health care can be life-changing and for many people, Medicaid is part of that stability.

NAMI has raised concerns about new Medicaid work reporting requirements and the potential impact on people living with mental illness. Mental health conditions are often cyclical, meaning someone may be stable and working during one period, then struggling significantly during another.

When people are in crisis or managing worsening symptoms, complicated paperwork and reporting requirements can become another barrier to care.

At NAMI Lehigh Valley, we believe people should be able to get and keep the care they need, especially when they are struggling.

Mental health care should be easier to access, not harder.

Read NAMI’s full statement and learn why Medicaid access matters for people living with mental illness: https://bit.ly/4uO7GYt

Join Us TONIGHT on Zoom for our Peer Support GroupOur peer groups are free, confidential, and welcoming spaces where you...
06/04/2026

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.

Join us TONIGHT for the Family Support Group from 7:00-8:30PM at NAMI LV Office - 802 W Broad Street, Bethlehem. Come co...
06/03/2026

Join us TONIGHT for the Family Support Group from 7:00-8:30PM at NAMI LV Office - 802 W Broad Street, Bethlehem. Come connect with others who understand!

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an end, the work does not stop here.Awareness matters, but awareness is only t...
05/31/2026

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an end, the work does not stop here.

Awareness matters, but awareness is only the beginning. Creating impact means continuing the conversations, challenging stigma, advocating for mental health, and making sure people know support is available.

Every story shared, every conversation started, and every voice raised helps remind someone that they are not alone. Let’s carry that message beyond May.

For more information about NAMI Lehigh Valley or to volunteer:
https://www.nami-lv.org

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that silence can make people feel alone. What will you choose over silence?M...
05/30/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that silence can make people feel alone. What will you choose over silence?

Maybe it’s connection.
Maybe it’s compassion.
Maybe it’s support.
Maybe it’s community.
Maybe it’s conversation.

Whatever word you choose, the message is the same: stigma grows in silence, but healing begins in community and every one of us can help create a community where mental health is talked about with compassion, honesty, and hope.

If you or someone you love is looking for support, NAMI Lehigh Valley is here to help connect you with local resources, education, and community. Learn more at https://www.nami-lv.org

At NAMI Lehigh Valley, we believe that education is one of the most powerful tools for reducing stigma and building supp...
05/29/2026

At NAMI Lehigh Valley, we believe that education is one of the most powerful tools for reducing stigma and building supportive communities.

That's why we're sharing this free Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training opportunity.

Most of us know what to do if someone is having a heart attack, but would you know how to respond if someone was experiencing a panic attack or showing signs of a mental health crisis?

Mental Health First Aid teaches participants how to recognize warning signs, respond appropriately, and connect people with support when they need it most.

Free Adult MHFA certification trainings are being offered throughout Pennsylvania, including several upcoming sessions in Allentown.

Learning how to support someone in a mental health crisis could make a difference in the life of a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor.

For dates, locations, and registration information, please see the flyer below.

Join Us TONIGHT on Zoom for our Family Support GroupOur groups are free, confidential, and welcoming spaces where you ca...
05/27/2026

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.

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Bethlehem, PA
18018

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