NAMI Beaver County

Some amazing resources!

Please note the time change for this Sunday!

Huge shout out to Samara, Outreach Specialist, for representing NAMI Beaver County at the Aliquippa Juneteenth event this past weekend! ❤️💛💚

Why is celebrated? NAMI CEO Dan Gillison shares some history of this month, and why acceptance and affirmation matters.

Read the full blog now: nami.org/lgbtqi-mental-health

It’s National Donut Day!

A little sweetness for your feed, and maybe a reminder you needed today. 🍩

Mental health care can look like checking in with yourself, slowing down, asking for support or simply offering yourself a little more kindness.

Which affirmation are you taking with you today? Or drop one someone else might need to hear 💙

🏳️‍🌈Pride Month & Mental Health Fact 💚

Did you know? Members of the LGBTQ+ community experience mental health conditions at higher rates than their peers, not because of who they are, but often because of the discrimination, stigma, and barriers to care they face. NAMI emphasizes that creating supportive, affirming communities can help reduce these mental health disparities and improve overall well-being.

This Pride Month, let’s celebrate authenticity, promote acceptance, and remind one another that mental health support should be accessible, inclusive, and free from discrimination for everyone. 🌈

💚 You are seen.
💚 You are valued.
💚 You belong.

🚲💚 World Bicycle Day 💚🚲
Today we celebrate the joy, freedom, and mental health benefits of riding a bicycle.
Did you know that even a short bike ride can help: ✨ Reduce stress ✨ Improve mood ✨ Increase focus ✨ Boost confidence ✨ Support overall mental well-being
For many neurodivergent individuals, cycling can also provide sensory regulation, movement, routine, and a chance to decompress from the demands of everyday life.
You don't need to ride for miles to benefit. A quick trip around the neighborhood, a ride through a local park, or simply getting outside for fresh air can make a difference.
Whether you ride every day, haven't been on a bike in years, or are thinking about giving it a try, today is a great reminder that movement doesn't have to look a certain way to support mental health.
💙 Tell us below: When was the last time you rode a bike?
📸 Bonus points if you share a photo of your bike or your favorite local trail!