St. Joseph University Parish’s Community Mental Health Committee is pleased to host an important and timely presentation focused on mental health support, education, and advocacy. We invite all parishioners—and anyone in the wider community—to join us for an evening of learning and connection.
🗓 Event Details
Presenter: Jeffery Pirrone, Executive Director
Organization: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Buffalo & Western New York
Date: Tuesday, December 16
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Ledwon Community Room
🌿 About NAMI Buffalo & Western New York
NAMI has been serving our region since 1984, offering essential support to individuals and families affected by mental illness. Their mission extends across three key areas:
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Support: Creating a safe, understanding community for families and caregivers.
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Education: Offering programs and resources that build knowledge, resilience, and hope.
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Advocacy: Working for better mental health awareness, services, and policies in Western New York.
This presentation is an opportunity to learn more about NAMI’s programs, volunteer opportunities, and ways our parish can partner in building a stronger, healthier community.
To explore more about NAMI’s work, visit namibuffalony.org.
We hope you will join us for this meaningful evening of learning and support. Together, we can continue building a parish community rooted in compassion, understanding, and care for one another.

