NAMI New Jersey

10/27/2026

is about more than a single policy issue. It’s about knowing how different issues affect people with mental health conditions.

Learn more: vote4mentalhealth.org/key-issues

10/27/2026

Join us this Wednesday, October 28th at 7 p.m. for a discussion on "Don't Lose Yourself While Trying to Keep Everyone Else Together," a part of NAMI NJ's Men's Talk Series, in partnership with BroReavement. Learn more and register today: https://conta.cc/47BFC0x

Email from NAMI New Jersey       Join us for a discussion in partnership with BroReavement, featuring speaker, Tony Johnson.   This event is offered by NAMI NJ's AACT-NOW program, with support fro

10/26/2026

The 2026 Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services Chairperson’s Dinner was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate community partnerships and support a vital cause. Jennifer Hughes, LCSW, NAMI NJ CEO, alongside dedicated staff, Viviana De Los Angeles, Subha Bolisetty, and Maggie Luo; our Board President, Marc Hurvitz, and Mark Williams, a member of our Board of Trustees were honored to attend. The theme, "Give Hope a Home: A Legacy of Impact, A Future of Recovery," captured the shared mission. Thank you, Bridgeway, for an incredible evening of celebration, connection, and commitment to expanding integrated, accessible behavioral health services across New Jersey. Together, we continue to build a future of recovery.

10/26/2026

Jennifer Hughes, LCSW, NAMI NJ CEO, and NAMI NJ board members, Pam Garanger, Steve Williams, and Mark Williams joined the The Not-for-Profit Roundtable at the Park Avenue Club to discuss the opportunities, pressures, and leadership realities nonprofits face right now. With an engaged board and staff and a clear mission, we're focused on expanding education, support, advocacy, and awareness for individuals and families across New Jersey.

10/26/2026

Join a NAMI NJ online or in-person support group this week! Check out our specialty support groups and support groups by county affiliates & multicultural programs: https://conta.cc/4k973WJ

Email from NAMI New Jersey     The following groups are being offered online, using the Zoom platform: NAMI Family Support Group 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, at 7 p.m. ET Register for NAMI Fami

10/25/2026

Through our NAMI Ending the Silence presentation, you will learn about the warning signs of mental health conditions and steps to take if one is showing symptoms. Attendees gain understanding of an often-misunderstood topic, and through dialogue can end stigma. Request a free presentation to schools and communities: https://tinyurl.com/mryrj56k

10/23/2026

Today is the first day of early voting in New Jersey. Find your closest early voting location and at https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote-early-voting.shtml

10/23/2026

Spanish-speaking parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children and youth experiencing mental health or behavioral health challenges are invited to learn how to better support them. Bases y Fundamentos de NAMI, a free six-session education program taught in Spanish, begins Tuesday, November 3rd in Perth Amboy. Register now: https://tinyurl.com/BasesEspanol

10/23/2026

Join NAMI Union County on Tuesday, October 27 at 7 p.m. for a discussion about helping families understand their options, navigate the mental health system, and find support, featuring Marie Ferriero, Director of the Mental Health Association of New Jersey (MHANJ). Location: 2120 Lamberts Mill Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ | RWJ Rahway Fitness Center Conference Room

NAMI of UC Free Public Presentation | Tuesday, October 27, 2026