Welcome to NAMI Finger Lakes
NAMI Fingerlakes is an organization of families, friends and individuals whose lives have been affected by mental illness. Together, we advocate for better lives for those individuals who have a mental illness.
Support Groups
Learn about NAMI Finger Lakes peer-led Support Groups for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness.
NAMI Education
NAMI Finger Lakes offers an array of peer-led programs that provide free education, skills training and support.
In Crisis
If you or someone you know is in crisis and in need of immediate assistance, the following resources can help.
You Are Not Alone!
If someone you know struggles with mental illness, call the NAMI Finger Lakes HelpLine. Experienced volunteers answer your calls for support and mental health resources with empathy and understanding. Please leave a message if after hours.
607-273-2462
News and Events
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2024 Dessert Gala! Tickets available now!
NAMI Finger Lakes is hosting our second annual Dessert Gala! This year's theme is formal masquerade. Dig out your fanciest duds- dress shorts, or black tie- whatever formal means to you! It will be a night of sweet treats, New Orleans & Ragtime piano music by Professor Keys, and more! Impactful speakers will share their mental health stories. Tickets are only $10! We will serve desserts (including gluten free and vegan) prepared by local bakers and confection makers- you will not be disappointed!
Location details and instructions: The Library Place, 105 W. Court St. Ithaca, NY 14850. Parking is on the street or in nearby garages. The Seneca Street Garage next to the Post Office is three blocks away.
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Eating Disorders 101: Understanding the Basics and Fundamentals of Care
Join us for an insightful discussion with Cris Haltom PhD CEDS on the nature and treatment of eating disorders, which are complex mental health conditions affecting people worldwide across all races, ages, ethnicities, and genders. These disorders require a comprehensive approach that combines medical, nutritional, and psychological care from specialized professionals. While often emerging during adolescence, eating disorders can occur at any age. Anorexia nervosa, for instance, affects about 1% of the population, similar to the prevalence of schizophrenia, while other eating disorders are even more common. These conditions often lead to physical health complications, including malnutrition-related issues like bone density loss and, in women, amenorrhea. In the Western New York region alone, an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 individuals struggle with an eating disorder. Despite the challenges in treatment, recent advances have improved recovery outcomes.
Topics we'll address in this discussion:
What are eating disorders, and who are the specialists involved in their treatment?
What levels of care are available, and what are some recent advancements in treatment approaches?
Why have eating disorders become more prevalent in recent years?
How does nutrition counseling differ from psychotherapy in treating eating disorders?
What are the primary goals of eating disorder treatment?
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Upcoming Events
Check out our calendar for a listing of all upcoming NAMI Finger Lakes events and schedule of Support Groups and NAMI Educations Programs.
