Mental Health Association of Rochester

📣 August Speaker Series 📣 Join us Wednesday, August 20 for a powerful evening with Linda & John Mazur, founders of The Emilee Connection. They’ll share their family’s journey through eating disorders, mental health struggles, and grief — and how they turned pain into purpose through advocacy and peer support. 📅 When: August 20 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM 📍 Mental Health Association of Rochester, 274 N. Goodman St., Suite D103 🎟️ Suggested donation: $10 — but no one will be turned away. Free tickets are available, and everyone is welcome. 🔗 Reserve your spot today: https://lnkd.in/euat_Ges #MentalHealthAwareness #YourStoryMatters #TheEmileeConnection

🧠 Break the Silence: A Suicide Prevention Conference The Mental Health Association of Rochester and Partners for Suicide Prevention invite you to a powerful, half-day event focused on hope, education, and connection. 📅 Friday, Sept. 26, 2025 🕛 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM 📍 Monroe 2–Orleans BOCES PDC, Spencerport, NY 🎟️ $35 registration (includes light refreshments) This conference is open to community members, providers, educators, and advocates who are passionate about suicide prevention and mental wellbeing. 🔗 Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eNps3PBA Hosted by Partners for Suicide Prevention, a coalition facilitated by the Mental Health Association of Rochester. Together, we’re breaking the silence — and saving lives. #BreakTheSilence #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthMatters

📣 Let’s Talk About Loneliness — NEW DATE! Due to a scheduling conflict, our upcoming conversation about loneliness with Robert Statham has been rescheduled — and we hope you’ll join us on the new date! Loneliness isn’t just a passing feeling — it’s a growing public health issue that can deeply impact our mental and emotional wellbeing. Come be part of a meaningful evening as we explore the roots of loneliness and how building authentic connection can support healing, resilience, and personal growth. 📅 New Date: July 30 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM 📍 Where: Mental Health Association of Rochester, 274 N. Goodman St., Suite D103 💫 Suggested donation: $10 — but no one will be turned away. Free tickets are available, and everyone is welcome. 🔗 Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/egq38spp Thank you for your flexibility — we can’t wait to see you there! #LonelinessAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityConnection

🌇 Join Us at Hattie’s for our Sunset Social! We’re excited to be the featured charity partner for Hattie's Cocktails' Sunset Series on Wednesday, July 16, and we’d love to see you there! This is a casual, open-to-the-public gathering with live music and a chance to connect with friends, colleagues, and supporters of MHA. Whether you stop by for a few minutes or stay for the evening, it's a great opportunity to relax, catch up, and take in a beautiful Rochester summer sunset. 📍 Hattie’s Cocktails (at the Strathallan) – 550 East Ave, Rochester 📅 Wednesday, July 16 ⏲️ 6:00–9:00 PM 🎶 Live music by Begging Angels 🥤 Nonalcoholic drinks will also be available for purchase. No program, no pressure—just community. #MentalHealthAwareness #CommunityMatters

🌿 Announcing Our July Speaker Series 🌿 Facing Loneliness and Finding Connection with Robert Statham Loneliness is more than a feeling—it’s a growing public health concern that deeply impacts mental health and recovery. Join us for an engaging evening with Robert Statham as we explore the roots of isolation and how meaningful connection can support healing and wellness. 📅 Date: July 17, 2025 🕕 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM 📍 Location: Mental Health Association of Rochester, 274 N. Goodman St., Suite D103, Rochester, NY 14607 🔗 Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/egq38spp #LonelinessAwareness #mentalwellness

We’re so grateful to ROC Strong Club and everyone who showed up to support MHA this weekend! 💙

🌿 June Speaker Series: Connection Through Therapeutic Parenting Join Bowie Keaton, licensed social worker at The Counseling Center at JFS Rochester, for an evening of therapeutic strategies to foster stronger, trust-filled relationships with children. 📅 When: June 11, 2025 ⏲️ Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM 📍 Where: Mental Health Association of Rochester, 274 N. Goodman St., Suite D103, Rochester, NY 14607 Reserve your seat today and help uplift mental health in our community with a $10 donation. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/e_GrsV49 #ParentingSupport #ConnectionMatters

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We’re Hiring! Are you passionate about mental health, peer support, and helping individuals and families thrive? Join our team! We’re currently hiring for the following roles: ✔️ Director of Community-Based Peer Support for Youth & Families ✔️ Peer Support Specialist – CORE (Part-time, 25 hrs/week) ✔️ Employment Support Specialist ✔️ Administrative Assistant / Receptionist ✔️ Family Peer Advocate At MHA Rochester, your story matters, and so does the work you do. We offer a supportive, mission-driven environment focused on knowledge, empowerment, empathy, and hope. 📍 Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/e-NDmUdj

🗨️ "I don’t know what to say." 🗨️ "What if I make it worse?" 🗨️ "How can I really help?" If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions when someone you care about is struggling, you're not alone. Join us for our May Speaker Series event: Mental Health Matters — a supportive, skill-building conversation led by Valerie Way and Kristina Zurich. You'll walk away with real tools to recognize emotional distress, offer meaningful help, and connect with resources—for others and for yourself. 📅 Date: May 14, 2025 ⏲️ Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM 📍 Location: Midtown Athletic Club, 200 East Highland Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 💸 Cost: $10 | Pre-registration required | Open to all – no Midtown membership needed! 🔗 Reserve your spot here: https://lnkd.in/er_K9RAq #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth