We are expanding our programs to reach young adults and their parents and caregivers. Referred to as transition-aged youth, young adults in the 18-24 age range often face a gap in services as they "age out" of programs developed for adolescents.

The Parent Matching Program
The Parent Matching Program connects, by telephone, experienced parents of children with mental health issues with parents of children who have been recently diagnosed or who are facing new challenges. Parent Matching offers parents the opportunity to talk to a parent who has "been there" and who can offer emotional support, coping strategies, the benefit of experience in negotiating the mental health and special education systems, and connection to community resources.

To request a Parent Match call the Helpline at 212-684-3264 or via email at helpline@naminyc.org.

To learn more about becoming a Support Parent, click here.

NAMI-NYC Metro Resource List for Transition-Age Youth
This resource list provides information on national and local organizations dealing with mental illness, research, supports, education, campus affiliates, as well as legislative action. To view the list, click here.

Media and Advocacy Group
Discussion for individuals interested in media coverage of mental health and NAMI-NYC Metro advocacy initiatives, facilitated by Judith Carrington.
Date, Time and Location: First Monday of the month; 6 pm at NAMI 
Contact facilitator first. Send an e-mail to mhresources@nyc.rr.com using the subject line “MAG Meeting.”