A safe, confidential space for families who have a loved one with a mental illness.
Groups are run by NAMI-trained facilitators who understand the unique challenges, complex family dynamics, and often unpredictable aspects of the illness.
Monthly Events
In-Person
First Tuesday
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Zoom
Second Wednesday
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Zoom
Third Tuesday
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
In-Person
Fourth Tuesday
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
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Before coming to the support group, we had never spoken about mental illness to neighbors, friends and often not even to our relatives.
I really look forward to NAMI Family Support Group. Each time I attend, I feel understood and less alone. Mental illness is a family disease – I’ve learned that need support as much as my loved one.
My sister and I just attended our first family support group and we will definitely be back. The facilitators were wonderful. We had no idea how much we needed this group!
Membership
Join the Movement for Mental Health
At NAMI Rochester, we offer more than help—we offer hope. Becoming a member means joining a family of individuals who understand the challenges of mental health.
Volunteer
Ignite
Volunteering is a chance to share your unique skills and passion in a way that directly impacts those in need. Whether you’re lighting up community events a few times a year, facilitating support groups, or sharing knowledge through our educational programs, your contribution is a vital part of our mission.
1 in 6
U.S. youth aged 6–17 experience a mental health disorder each year.
11 mins
On average that 1 person dies by suicide in the U.S.
1 in 5
Live with a mental health condition in the U.S.
50%
Of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14.
