Navigating the Intersection of Mental Illness and the Justice System: A Psychiatrist’s Perspective on Challenges and Solutions Thursday, May 226:00 pm Dinner6:15 pm SpeakerMeeting to follow Avon Senior CenterSycamore Hills Park635 W Avon Rd | Avon, CT Free and open to the public About our Speaker Dr. Christine Shapter is Read more
Wednesdays, April 16- June 46:30pm – 9:00pm West Avon Congregational Church280 Country Club Rd. Avon, CT Led by Peter and Peg What is Family-to-Family? A nationally recognized FREE 8-week program that provides education on the neurobiological basis of NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others and Read more
SPEAKER EVENT Why Are You Anxious? An Exploration of the Neuroscience, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Anxiety Thursday, February 27, 2025 | 7:00pmAvon Free Public Library | 281 Country Club Road, Avon, CT Description: Anxiety disorders affect about a third of adults during their lifetimes and can cause significant distress and Read more
A comedy show tackling tough topics like depression and suicide with a touch of humor and heart aimed at ending the stigma of mental illness Friday, October 25 · 7 – 8:30pmAvon High School | 510 West Avon Road, Avon, CT 06001 Free event, Suggested donation $10 Join Us on Read more
One Voice at a Time: Ending the Silence on Mental Health One mother’s journey that led her to NAMI.Explore NAMI’s programsDiscover how you can get involved! Monday, June 36:00 pm Dinner7:00 pm Talk Avon Senior CenterSycamore Hills Park635 W Avon Rd | Avon, CT Free and open to the publicDinner Read more
Are you passionate about mental health advocacy and eager to make a positive impact in your community? The NAMI Farmington Valley Board of Directors is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our board. As a board member, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute your skills, expertise, and vision to our Read more
Cannabis in the Landscape of Mental Health and Addiction Treatments Wednesday, March 6, 20247:00pmAvon Free Public Library281 Country Club Road | Avon, CT Explore the complex relationship between cannabis and mental health/addiction treatments in our upcoming speaker program: “Weeding through the Evidence.” Join us for insightful discussions on this evolving Read more
NAMI Farmington Valley is excited to offer an in-person F2F class starting in February! West Hartford – In-person ClassDates: Wednesdays, February 21 – April 10Time: 6:30pm to 9:00pmLocation: Flagg Road UCC Church, 134 Flagg Rd.Teachers: Peter R. and Peg K. What is the NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program? NAMI Family-to-Family is Read more
Help make an impact during January 2024 by buying a reusable $2.50 Community Bag at Stop & Shop in Unionville at 1799 Farmington Ave. For every bag purchased this month, $1 will be donated to NAMI Farmington Valley! We are so happy that NAMI Farmington Valley was selected as this Read more
The Van Gogh Project Your Personality Type and What it Means for Your Mental Health Wednesday, October 11, 2023 7:00pm – 8:30pmFarmington Library, Jay Johnston Room6 Monteith Drive | Farmington, CT Paul Tieger will introduce a new paradigm for understanding children and adults based on their innate Personality Types. He’ll Read more