NAMI Vermont

09/15/2026

Save the date for NAMIWalks 2027!

Are you ready to walk for ? It’s never too early to start planning and form a team for NAMIWalks Vermont! This year, we’re celebrating the 25th anniversary of NAMIWalks nationwide, with the theme "Legacy of Hope.”

Want to get involved? Here’s how!

• Be part of the effort to make NAMIWalks a HUGE success by joining NAMI Vermont’s Events Committee.

• Volunteer the day of the event from setup to teardown.

• Become a sponsor! Take advantage of our early-bird special through the end of September. This is a perfect opportunity to boost your visibility and show your support for mental health! Fill out the form at namivt.org/namiwalks-vermont.

Have questions? Contact [email protected], and our Walk manager will help you get started!

09/11/2026

25 years later, we remember 💙🕯️

Today we unite with our fellow Americans in honoring the lives lost on this day: the families, individuals, and first responders at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and on Flight 93.

Our commitment to coming together and supporting one another remains strong.

If you need support, the NAMI HelpLine is here for you. Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text “NAMI” to 62640, or email us at [email protected]. Available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET.

09/11/2026

This fall, NAMI Rhode Island is hosting a multi-state Peer-to-Peer program for individuals who are living with a mental health condition.

NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions, and informative videos.

Class details:

• Tuesdays, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
• Start date: September 22
• Online, via Zoom
• Duration: 8 weeks
• Cost: FREE

If you're a Vermont resident interested in joining the Peer-to-Peer course, NAMI Vermont will provide class materials at no cost to you!

To register, email [email protected] or fill out the interest form: https://namirhodeisland.org/nami-ri-peer-to-peer-interest-form.

09/10/2026

September 10 is ***dePreventionDay. If you’re struggling with loneliness or need someone to talk to, remember that help is always available. Call, text, or chat with a trained counselor through the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. For Vermont-specific mental health resources, visit namivt.org/resources or call our warmline at 802-876-7949. We’re here to listen and connect you with resources best suited to your needs.

09/09/2026

Big news: Nick Martin is joining NAMI Vermont as our new Executive Director, starting September 14!

With a wealth of experience in both public and private sectors, Nick has dedicated his career to supporting underserved communities. Nick brings a strong background advocating for youth, supporting individuals with medical concerns and mental health challenges, and leading BayMark Health Services as the Treatment Center Director, directly working with populations affected by substance misuse.

From 2016 to 2021, Nick worked as NAMI Vermont's Program Director, organizing support programs, supervising and training volunteers, and overseeing program activities to ensure quality. Nick states that his role as NAMI Vermont's Program Director "significantly shaped my professional growth and deepened my commitment to advancing mental health support and advocacy."

Nick's empathy for vulnerable populations, professional experience, passion for mental health advocacy, and familiarity with our organization's processes, mission, and programs make him an ideal person to lead our organization. The staff and Board of NAMI Vermont are thrilled to welcome Nick Martin to the team as we move forward together to support Vermonters affected by mental health conditions.

Read the full press release here: https://namivt.org/featured-news/nami-vermont-executive-director/

09/08/2026

September 8 is . Join us in raising awareness of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline and reminding everyone that help is just three digits away.

This year's theme, "988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough," emphasizes that you don't need to be in crisis to reach out to 988.

If you, a friend, or a loved one is struggling, no matter the issue - whether big or small - your reason for seeking support is reason enough. You can call, text, or chat with 988 for free and confidential support.

Learn more at 988lifeline.org.

09/04/2026

September is ***dePreventionMonth. If you or a loved one needs support this month, you're not alone! Join our support groups and connect with others who understand what you're going through. 💚

NAMI Vermont offers a variety of FREE, confidential, virtual, and in-person options for individuals and families struggling with mental health conditions. Our groups are led by trained volunteers who create a safe, judgment-free space to share and heal together.

In September, our support groups will meet as usual, with the exception of the Williston and Newport groups, which will not meet on September 7 in observance of Labor Day. NAMI Vermont support groups are open to everyone across the state. You don't need to live in the area where the group is based!

👉 Find the best group for you: namivt.org/support-groups
✅ No registration is required to attend!
📣 Interested in facilitating a group in your area? Email [email protected] to learn more.

Looking for an alternative support option? Friends and family members of individuals living with a mental health condition may benefit from taking a class. NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, evidence-based 8-week course structured to help families and friends understand and support their loved ones while maintaining their own well-being. NAMI Vermont is offering classes starting in September 2026. Sign up at www.namivt.org/f2f.

09/03/2026

Do you have a loved one struggling with a mental health condition and are unsure how to help? You’re not alone.

If you identify as a family member, significant other, or close friend supporting a loved one with a mental health condition, join NAMI Vermont’s virtual Family-to-Family course this fall. This free, 8-week, evidence-based program covers topics such as mental health diagnoses, resources available to you, communication strategies, and tips on how to support both yourself and a loved one.

The Fall 2026 classes will meet Wednesdays, 6:00-8:30 PM, and Thursdays, 6:30-9:00 PM, starting in late September.

Classes are filling up fast, with the Thursday class almost at capacity! To learn more and join a class, visit www.namivt.org/f2f.

Register online for a NAMI Family-to-Family class with NAMI Vermont. Get support, education, and resources for mental health.

09/03/2026

Thank you, CommonGoodVT.org, for spotlighting our organization and the work we do to help Vermonters build better lives through our programs, advocacy efforts, and free mental health resources.

NAMI Vermont supports, educates, and advocates so that all communities, families, and individuals affected by mental illness or mental health challenges can build better lives.

We are excited to celebrate the wide array of organizations that serve Vermonters across the state. Look out for more posts in the coming weeks highlighting the work of Vermont nonprofits.

09/02/2026

Save the date for NAMI Vermont's Annual Business Meeting, held virtually on Wednesday, November 18, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Once you register, you will receive a Zoom link to join the meeting. The Annual Business Meeting offers attendees the opportunity to receive key updates about NAMI Vermont, hear from each committee, and for NAMI Vermont members to vote on the Board of Directors' Slate of Candidates. Learn more and register at www.namivt.org/meeting.

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you!