First, you can explore the links below and the pages on this website.

If you would prefer a low-tech approach, we can help you there, too! You can take advantage of our free lending library. We maintain a hand-picked selection of current and classic self-help books and videos, covering a wide range of topics. Learn more about parenting, depression, coping with loss, stress management and more! We add new titles regularly.

We also offer a large variety of free informational brochures by request that you can keep, or give to a friend. Just call or stop in and our friendly staff will assist you! We will even mail what you need free of charge. All contact information is strictly confidential.

You can reach us at (716) 433-3780 during office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We are located at 36 Pine Street, Lockport, NY 14094.

 

How else can you help yourself?

• Attend a support group (for a list of MHA sponsored support groups, click here.)

• Browse any of our community service directories, including the HELP Book. Call us for a copy, or download a pdf version by visiting publications.

• Attend or request a presentation for your organization or group.

• Make an appointment for individual counseling. Services may be obtained through the Niagara County Department of Mental Health Outpatient Clinic. Call 439-7400 (in Lockport) or 278-1940 (Niagara Falls)

Mental Health Resources Online:

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Psychcentral.com

Niagara County Department of Mental health 

Ten Tools to Live Your Life Well

Links by Topic:

Depression and Bipolar:
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

 

Suicide:

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

A Parents' Guide to Suicide Prevention

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education

 

Youth:
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

The Balanced Mind Foundation

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

National Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health

For Recommeded reading call the MHANC at 716-433-3780 or visit our Facebook page. 

Mental Health Association
in New York State

Mental Health Association
of Erie County, Inc.

Compeer, Inc.

Mental Health Screening Tools