Together, We Raised Awareness and Broke Records at NAMIWalks NH 2026! | | | | |
Thank you for joining us for another amazing NAMIWalks New Hampshire! Because of you – our inspiring Walkers, generous and steadfast sponsors and donors, dedicated volunteers, and our entire NAMI NH Family – we are looking at another record-breaking year!
Over 2,000 Walkers across 159 teams joined us, and collectively we've raised over $252,000 and counting!
We are so close to reaching our $300,000 goal! Every dollar stays here in NH and helps us provide free support, education, and advocacy for all Granite Staters affected by mental illness and suicide. Fundraising is open through 11/30/26. We are grateful for your support!
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NAMIWalks NH was the perfect kickoff to Mental Illness Awareness Week (10/4 – 10/10)!
Thank you to Governor Ayotte for officially proclaiming MIAW in the Granite State – to shine a light on mental illness and suicide, fight stigma, provide support, educate the public, and advocate for care.
| | | Thank you to our NAMIWalks NH 2026 Sponsors! | | | NAMI NH is Nonpartisan – Like mental illness and suicide, NAMI New Hampshire is nonpartisan. We support policies that help people with mental health conditions and their families, and collaborate with stakeholders on shared goals to improve the lives of individuals affected by mental illness and suicide. | | | | |
NAMI NH joins NAMI National in commending the restoration of the “Press 3” option for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – connecting LGBTQ+ youth and young adults with specialized support. We are profoundly grateful for our grassroots advocates who continue to resolutely demand crisis support for all.
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, you can connect confidentially with a trained crisis worker 24/7 by calling or texting 988, or online at 988lifeline.org.
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Urge Congress to Support the 988 Implementation Act
988 is already saving lives and making an impact across our communities, but there’s more work to be done. Bipartisan members of Congress came together to reintroduce legislation that will help expand crisis services, so people get the crisis care they need.
| | | Explore Our Programs – NAMI NH offers a variety of educational programs and support groups designed for individuals, family members, caregivers, and more, as well as trainings for individuals and organizations. | | | | |
Our October Volunteer of the Month is Jeff White!
What makes Jeff truly stand out is the profound warmth and selflessness he brings to everything he does. Having lost his son to suicide, Jeff chose to show up for others in the most meaningful ways—guiding individuals through grief as a support group volunteer, shaping our mission as a board member, and driving crucial resources as a top fundraiser for NAMIWalks New Hampshire. His constant, grounded presence changes lives.
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Beautiful day at the Nashua Multicultural Festival!
Thank you to the organizers for welcoming us, and to NAMI NH's Heidi Toursie and Volunteer Linda Seminatore for helping folks connect with mental health resources.
NAMI NH provides free support for Granite Staters of all ages – get connected: 1-800-242-6264 (press 4) or info@NAMINH.org. Press 8 for support in Spanish.
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NAMI Family-to-Family – Free Education Program
Wednesdays, Oct. 21 – Dec. 16, 6 – 8:30pm (Virtual)
FREE, 8-session education program for family, friends, loved ones, and significant others of adults with mental health conditions.
Taught by trained, volunteer family members who have a loved one with a mental health condition. Designed to increase understanding and advocacy skills while helping participants maintain their own well-being.
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Select 2027 Trainings Available Free to NH Schools
Thanks to generous community funding and grants secured, select trainings will be available to New Hampshire schools at no cost in 2027, such as:
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Postvention Training & Planning
- Connect Youth Leader Training
To learn more and explore free training opportunities, contact Amy Cook at acook@naminh.org
| | | Explore Volunteer Opportunities – Volunteering with NAMI NH offers opportunities to positively impact the mental health system, eliminate stigma and discrimination, and give help and hope to families with similar challenges. | | Free & confidential support is available 24/7 – don't hesitate to reach out for yourself, or for someone you know. | | | | |
NH Suicide Prevention Council 2026 Suicide Prevention Conference: Fortifying Hope Across the Lifespan
Manchester Country Club, 180 S River Road, Bedford, NH
$100 Registration | Lunch and education credits included
| | | The Connect Suicide Prevention and Postvention Program offers high quality trainings and services in various formats for a wide range of audiences, including through NAMI NH's dedicated eLearning platform. | | Connect with Support – The NAMI NH Information & Resource Line (available in English and Spanish) can help connect you with statewide resources as well as information on NAMI NH's educational and support programs. | | |
Compartiendo Esperanza: Mental Wellness in Hispanic/Latin American Communities
NAMI Compartiendo Esperanza is an initiative created by Hispanic/Latin American communities for Hispanic/Latin American communities. This series helps introduce discussions on mental health and wellness through a three-part community conversation series grounded in sacred storytelling and guided dialogue on mental wellness and support.
If you are a part of the Hispanic/Latin American community and are looking to join or start conversations about mental well-being, NAMI Compartiendo Esperanza is for you.
| | | You are not alone – Click the links above to access crisis lines and find local and state-wide resources. | | Give the Gift of Hope Today – Donate to NAMI NH –Your support powers advocacy, creates essential connections, and is a priceless gift for all people impacted by mental illness and suicide in NH. Help us ensure that the light of hope never goes out for all Granite Staters in need of help, hope, and healing. For questions and to explore other giving opportunities, contact Kristen Welch, CFRE, Director of development at kwelch@naminh.org | | | | With National Estate Planning Awareness Week coming up October 19–25, it’s a great time to check in on your financial well-being. Taking care of the people we love can look like many things, but one of the most important is simply making sure we have a plan for the future. It’s a small step that brings a lot of peace of mind. | | | |
A little bit of planning now makes things so much clearer for you and the people who matter most to you later on. NAMI New Hampshire is dedicated to building a future filled with hope, help, and healing for everyone affected by mental illness and suicide. Part of that care is making sure you’re looked after, too. In just a few easy steps, you can:
Thank you for your commitment to ensuring that people affected by mental illness and suicide have the support, education, and advocacy they need to live full lives.
| | | Join Us & Raise Awareness – Throughout the year, NAMI NH hosts events to raise awareness of mental health and suicide, eliminate stigma, create hope, and raise funds to support our free, state-wide programs and services. Click the buttons to learn about our signature fundraising events, incluing NAMIWalks NH and This Is My Brave. | | | | |
CLM Community Health Needs Assessment (Derry)
The Center for Life Management is conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment and wants to hear from you. Whether you're thinking about health, mental health, wellness, or what your community needs most, your input matters.
Survey open through October. Your opinion matters.
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Nominations Open for the 2026 Kathleen Sherman Memorial Award
In 2017, this award was created in honor of Kathleen Sherman and is awarded annually to a Survivor of Suicide Loss Speaker or a Suicide Prevention Champion at the NH Suicide Prevention Conference.
If you know someone who has demonstrated great compassion, leadership, and advocacy for suicide awareness, please consider nominating them.
All nominations are due by 4pm on October 15, 2026.
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