Fairwinds: Nantucket's Counseling Center

Fairwinds: Nantucket's Counseling Center Fairwinds provides confidential mental health and addiction services, including therapy, substance misuse treatment, and emergency care.

All are welcome, regardless of ability to pay. We provide comprehensive licensed therapeutic support that fosters mental health through prevention, wellness education, and addiction recovery services. About 60 years ago, members of the Nantucket community gathered to discuss the critical need for an organization that could serve as a source of hope for those islanders who were affected by mental health issues. Since that time, under the name Family & Children’s Services of Nantucket, we worked tirelessly to create an organization that could serve as a safe place for our patients and stand as a symbol of hope for the island. As a non-profit agency with a rich history, we’ve unfortunately experienced challenges in recent years. However, we can proudly say that these challenges have dramatically strengthened us, and the resulting changes have provided us with even greater opportunities to grow and expand our effectiveness and outreach.

09/26/2026

Help Them Find Their Passion

What can parents do to support their child’s mental health in the age of social media?

Digital Vanguard Nina Day has a simple recommendation: help your child discover their passion.

Whether it’s sports, music, art, or something completely different, having something meaningful to pursue can give kids goals, purpose, and a sense of accomplishment beyond social media validation.

🎥 Watch Nina’s full conversation with Unite’s Digital Vanguards.

Capacitación QPR en EspañolAcompáñenos en una capacitación QPR para la prevención del suicidio en español, donde aprende...
09/24/2026

Capacitación QPR en Español

Acompáñenos en una capacitación QPR para la prevención del suicidio en español, donde aprenderá a reconocer señales de alerta, cómo preguntar a alguien sobre el suicidio y cómo conectarlo con recursos y apoyo.

No se necesita experiencia previa. Cualquier persona puede participar.

📅 Miércoles, 30 de septiembre de 2026
🕡 6:30–8:00 p. m.
📍 Family Resource Center

¡Aprenda cómo tomar acción y ayudar a salvar una vida!

👉 Regístrese aquí: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/5iBHhH2x08

Esta capacitación se ofrece con el apoyo de Fairwinds – Nantucket’s Behavioral Health Center, la Ciudad de Nantucket, Community Solutions for Behavioral Health y Cape & Islands Su***de Prevention Coalition.

QPR Training: Question. Persuade. Refer.Join us virtually for a QPR su***de prevention training to learn how to recogniz...
09/24/2026

QPR Training: Question. Persuade. Refer.

Join us virtually for a QPR su***de prevention training to learn how to recognize warning signs, ask someone about su***de, and connect them with help. No prior experience is necessary, and anyone can participate.

💻 Via Zoom
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
🕘 9:00 a.m.

You can learn skills that could help save a life.

👉 Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/RkRJyb0pGe

This training is offered with support from Fairwinds – Nantucket’s Behavioral Health Center, the Town of Nantucket, Community Solutions for Behavioral Health, and the Cape & Islands Su***de Prevention Coalition.

QPR Training: Question. Persuade. Refer.Join us for a QPR su***de prevention training to learn how to recognize warning ...
09/23/2026

QPR Training: Question. Persuade. Refer.

Join us for a QPR su***de prevention training to learn how to recognize warning signs, ask someone about su***de, and connect them with help. No prior experience is necessary, and anyone can participate.

📅 Tuesday, September 29, 2026
🕔 5:00–6:30 p.m.
📍 Bartlett’s Farms Hayloft
33 Bartlett Farm Road, Nantucket, MA
🍕 Pizza will be provided!

You can learn skills that could help save a life.

👉 Register today: https://forms.gle/7CkZ2govyhgychtn6

This training is offered with support from Fairwinds – Nantucket’s Behavioral Health Center, the Town of Nantucket, Community Solutions for Behavioral Health, and the Cape & Islands Su***de Prevention Coalition.

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09/19/2026

AI is already part of our children’s world—but how can parents help them use it without losing their creativity, critical thinking and personal voice?

Hear from Christine “Chris” Vineis, Founder and CEO of Unite for Safe Social Media, and join us for this important community conversation.

📅 Thursday, September 24
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Nantucket Performing Arts Center
🎟️ Free—registration required
🍕 On-site childcare with pizza and snacks available with advance registration

Presented by Unite for Safe Social Media and supported by Fairwinds and NPAC.

Register through the link in our bio.

Parents play a vital role in teaching their children how to use AI thoughtfully and responsibly.Join us for a timely and...
09/11/2026

Parents play a vital role in teaching their children how to use AI thoughtfully and responsibly.

Join us for a timely and practical community conversation:

A Parent Primer: Raising Independent Thinkers in an AI World

AI should support—not replace—our children’s critical thinking, creativity, and personal voice.

This free presentation will help parents better understand the potential impact of over-reliance on AI and provide practical tools for guiding children toward healthier, more responsible technology habits.

Parents will learn how to:
• Understand AI’s impact on critical thinking, creativity, and development
• Start important conversations about how children are using AI
• Apply practical tools for healthy and responsible AI use
• Raise confident, independent thinkers who use AI as a tool—not as a replacement for their own voice and intellect

Featuring Christine “Chris” Vineis
Founder & CEO, Unite for Safe Social Media

Chris is a national screen-safety advocate helping families develop healthier technology habits and protect children in an increasingly digital world.

📅 Thursday, September 24
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Nantucket Performing Arts Center

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT FOR PARENTS
Registration is required. Link in bio.

🍕 On-site childcare is available with advance registration, with free pizza and snacks for children during childcare.

Presented by Unite for Safe Social Media

Event supporters: Fairwinds – Nantucket’s Behavioral Health Center and NPAC Nantucket Performing Arts Center

Please share this invitation with parents, caregivers, and families throughout our community.

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Happy Labor Day from Fairwinds! 💙As summer gives way to a new season, we invite you to take a moment to pause, recharge,...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Fairwinds! 💙

As summer gives way to a new season, we invite you to take a moment to pause, recharge, and care for your well-being. May this season bring renewed energy, meaningful connections, and time for what matters most.

From all of us at Fairwinds, we wish our Nantucket community a safe and peaceful Labor Day.

Address

20 Vesper Lane, L-1 Gouin Village
Nantucket, MA
02554

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15082282689

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