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The Overnight for Mental Health Kicked Off Summer in Style
The Overnight for Mental Health Kicked Off Summer in Style

300 hungry community members, 16 musicians, and 13 goats flock to a field for the Pelham Overnight!

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BlogJohn ElliottJune 15, 2026
Youth Council Town Hall Showcases Youth Engagement
Youth Council Town Hall Showcases Youth Engagement

The Youth Council has been VERY busy since the last Town Hall in October!  They have traveled 722 miles, met with 7 elected officials, and developed 3 local collaborations. 

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BlogJohn ElliottMay 26, 2026
Helping Your Child Develop Executive Functioning Skills
Helping Your Child Develop Executive Functioning Skills

On April 15th we hosted Helping Your Child Develop Executive Functioning Skills, a virtual workshop for parents and caregivers led by Emily Rubin Persons, PCC of SKIP Coaching and certified ADHD Coach.

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BlogJohn ElliottApril 21, 2026blog
The Youth Council Makes an Impact in Albany
The Youth Council Makes an Impact in Albany

The Pelham Together Youth Council traveled to Albany this week for Mental Health Matters Day hosted by the Mental Health Association of New York State (MHANYS).

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BlogJohn ElliottMarch 14, 2026
WinterFest '26 Rocked!  (And Cooked!)
WinterFest '26 Rocked! (And Cooked!)

Winterfest brought the community together to enjoy live music and homemade food

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BlogJohn ElliottMarch 14, 2026blog
The Youth Council Goes to Washington, D.C.
The Youth Council Goes to Washington, D.C.

From Pelham to Capitol Hill! See how the Youth Council advocates on national level.


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BlogJohn ElliottFebruary 11, 2026blog
Understanding Video Game Addiction
Understanding Video Game Addiction

Dr. Alok Kanojia , author of “Healthy Gamer,” spoke to parents and caregivers across Westchester County last night about video games, why kids play them, and how parents can support healthy habits without power struggles or fear-based approaches.

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BlogLaura CarusoJanuary 30, 2026video games, Adolescents, Technology
Preventing Substance Use and Addiction: A Community Conversation
Preventing Substance Use and Addiction: A Community Conversation

On January 28th we hosted Preventing Substance Misuse & Addiction: A Community Conversation, a virtual workshop for parents and caregivers led by local psychologist, Dr. Brooke Monaco.

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BlogLaura CarusoJanuary 29, 2026blog, substance use
Heart of Pelham (HOP) Award Winners!
Heart of Pelham (HOP) Award Winners!

Pelham Together is proud to announce this year’s Heart of Pelham Award (HOP) winners!

HOP Recipients: Eva Dagony-Clark, Taya Senerchia, and Jagarvey Samuels

HOP Jr. Recipients: Addy McKee and Minos Vukadinovic

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BlogJohn ElliottJanuary 25, 2026blog
Only The Costumes Should Be Scary This Halloween
Only The Costumes Should Be Scary This Halloween

Make sure you know what ‘copycat edibles’ look like this Halloween

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BlogJohn ElliottOctober 29, 2025
Nominate A Teen For A Heart Of Pelham (HOP) Award!
Nominate A Teen For A Heart Of Pelham (HOP) Award!

Nominate a teen today - it really DOES make a difference

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BlogGuest UserOctober 28, 2025blog
Recap:  10/21 Parents Talk On Social Media And Your Kids With Max Stossel
Recap: 10/21 Parents Talk On Social Media And Your Kids With Max Stossel

Recap of the eye-opening Parents Talk held and links to bonus resources

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BlogJohn ElliottOctober 22, 2025blog
Recap: 10/8 Youth Council Town Hall on Turning Advocacy Into Action 
Recap: 10/8 Youth Council Town Hall on Turning Advocacy Into Action 

What a great night! The Youth Council shared their plans to expand into Advocacy, and Outreach programs

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BlogJohn ElliottOctober 12, 2025blog
Take A Look At PT Counseling
Take A Look At PT Counseling

Lots of people ask what it’s like to visit PT Counseling, so we put together a video to give a look at the offices and introduce the team.

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BlogJohn ElliottOctober 11, 2025blog
Kick Off The School Year With Great Events For Parents And Kids
Kick Off The School Year With Great Events For Parents And Kids

So many great events this Fall!

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BlogJohn ElliottSeptember 2, 2025blog
Signup for Youth Council and PT Club!
Signup for Youth Council and PT Club!

Signup for Youth Council and PT Club!

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Blog, ResourcesJohn ElliottSeptember 1, 2025blog
The 2025-2026 Community Calendars Are Ready!
The 2025-2026 Community Calendars Are Ready!

The calendars are back!!

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BlogJohn ElliottAugust 26, 2025blog
The New York Community Trust Supercharges Pelham Together's Youth Council
The New York Community Trust Supercharges Pelham Together's Youth Council

Thank you, New York Community Trust!

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BlogJohn ElliottAugust 22, 2025blog
Pelham Overnight - Year 2!
Pelham Overnight - Year 2!

The second year of the Pelham Overnight for Mental Health was even better than the first!

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BlogJohn ElliottJune 25, 2025blog
Meet Olivia Ting, Our New Youth Advocate
Meet Olivia Ting, Our New Youth Advocate

We’re thrilled to introduce longtime Pelham resident — and PMHS alum — Olivia Ting as Pelham Together’s new Youth Advocate!

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BlogJohn ElliottMay 14, 2025blog
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