NAMI Steuben

06/19/2026

From our friends at Schizophrenia Awareness.

06/14/2026

It's OK to ask for help.

It's OK to talk about how you're feeling.

It's OK to take care of your mental health.

Many men grow up hearing messages that encourage them to handle challenges on their own. But strength isn't about carrying everything by yourself.

Support, connection, and reaching out are signs of courage.

This Men's Mental Health Month, let's help create a culture where it's OK to talk.

Learn more: NAMI.org/mensmentalhealth

06/13/2026

A day of tabling at University of Rochester St.James Mercy Hospital, Hornell, NY Health Fair. Bringing our affiliate to the western region of Steuben County, NY Worth the 45 minute highway drive over and back. Connected with high school students, providers and families. NAMI New York State

06/12/2026

NAMI New York State sat down with the National Association of Social Workers of New York State to discuss the growing need for stronger mental health advocacy, policy reform, and collaboration between social workers and individuals with lived experience. This podcast episode explores efforts to address insurance prior authorizations, mental health care access, and the movement to recognize mental health as a constitutional right in New York State. Tune in for an important conversation on reducing stigma, advancing mental health equity, and strengthening support for communities statewide.
https://www.socialworkers.org/News/Social-Work-Talks-Podcast/EP145-Destigmatizing-and-Advocating-for-Communities-Affeccted-by-Mental-Illness

06/11/2026

June is Men's Health Month 💙

Mental health is health. Yet many men face stigma, pressure, and barriers that make it harder to talk about what they're going through or seek support when they need it.

This Men's Health Month, let's encourage open conversations, challenge stigma, and remind the men in our lives that asking for help is a sign of strength—not weakness.

Whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone else, you don't have to face it alone.

Learn more about men's mental health and find resources: https://www.nami.org/stay-connected/events/awareness-events/mens-health-month/

06/05/2026

If you receive SNAP, you may be subject to new Federal work requirements. Check if you are affected and make sure you don't lose your benefits: otda.ny.gov/abawd

06/03/2026

Mental health conversations deserve nuance, compassion, and evidence-based understanding — not viral misinformation or sensationalized “cure” narratives.

Read the full article: https://journals.plos.org/mentalhealth/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmen.0000619 .0000619.ref005

06/02/2026

Do you or someone you love receive SNAP? Nutritious food is an important component for our mental health and wellbeing, along with sleep and exercise. SNAP has undergone rule changes however you may still qualify to enroll and if enrolled and deemed part of the Able Bodied population who now have a work, whether paid or volunteer, have the ability to keep your benefits. Learn more:

New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance American Sign Language (ASL) video on new rules for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (S...

06/02/2026

An essential resource for caregivers.

06/01/2026