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A curated list of mental health, fatherhood, and community resources for dads in Erie and beyond. No pressure. Just good information when you need it.

Mental Health — Erie, PA
NAMI Erie County
Free peer-led support groups for people with mental health conditions and family members. Non-clinical, community based.
namierie.org
Stairways Behavioral Health
Erie-based mental health and substance use services. Sliding scale fees available. Individual and group therapy.
stairways.org
Safe Harbor Behavioral Health
Mental health and addiction services serving Erie County. Outpatient therapy and crisis services available.
shbh.org
Erie County Behavioral Health
County-run mental health services, crisis intervention, and referrals for Erie County residents.
📞 (814) 451-6600
Fatherhood & Family — Erie, PA
Erie Family Center — 24/7 Dad
Free 12-week fatherhood program for Erie County dads. Covers relationships, parenting, communication, and more. County funded.
eriefamilycenter.org
Erie County Office of Children & Youth
Family support services, parenting resources, and referrals for Erie County families.
📞 (814) 451-6600
United Way of Erie County
Connects Erie residents to local health, education, and financial stability resources. Call 211 for referrals.
📞 211
unitedwayerie.org
Mental Health — Pennsylvania
PA Department of Human Services
Pennsylvania mental health services, county mental health programs, and crisis resources statewide.
dhs.pa.gov
NAMI Pennsylvania
Statewide mental health advocacy, education, and support groups. Find a chapter near you.
namipa.org
PA Men's Health Network
Focused on men's physical and mental health awareness across Pennsylvania. Resources and events for men.
menshealthnetwork.org
Fatherhood & Family — Pennsylvania
PA Fatherhood Initiative
State program supporting responsible fatherhood across Pennsylvania through programs, events, and resources.
dhs.pa.gov
PA Head Start
Family and child development programs across Pennsylvania with a focus on father engagement and involvement.
pakeys.org
Men's Mental Health — National
NAMI National
Nation's largest mental health organization. Resources, education, support groups, and advocacy for individuals and families.
nami.org
Men's Health Network
National nonprofit focused on men's health awareness including mental and emotional wellness.
menshealthnetwork.org
Man Therapy
A mental health campaign specifically designed to reach men through humor and honest conversation about mental health.
mantherapy.org
Movember Foundation
Men's health organization with resources focused on mental health, suicide prevention, and building social connections.
us.movember.com
Nonprofits for Dads — National
National Fatherhood Initiative
The nation's leading nonprofit working to end father absence. Resources, programs, and tools for dads.
fatherhood.org
Fathering Together
Community of dads supporting each other through local groups, resources, and shared experiences. City Dads affiliated.
fatheringtogether.org
National At-Home Dad Network
Support network for stay-at-home and primary caregiver dads. Dad group resources and community tools.
athomedad.org
City Dads Group
Network of dad communities in cities across the US. Resources for starting and running local dad groups.
citydadsgroup.com
Podcasts for Dads
Dad Gang Podcast
Honest conversations about modern fatherhood, masculinity, and building community as a dad.
thedadgang.com
The Dad Edge Podcast
Helping dads become better husbands, fathers, and men. Conversations on mental health, relationships, and purpose.
thedadedge.com
Good Inside with Dr. Becky Kennedy
Evidence-based parenting insights for raising emotionally healthy kids. Practical and deeply human.
goodinside.com
Man Enough Podcast
Justin Baldoni's podcast exploring what it means to be a man in today's world. Vulnerability, identity, and connection.
manenough.com
Books & Reading
Good Inside — Dr. Becky Kennedy
A guide to becoming the parent you want to be, focused on connection over correction. Widely recommended by dads.
The Whole-Brain Child — Dan Siegel
How to nurture your child's developing mind through everyday interactions. Practical and science-backed.
No More Mr. Nice Guy — Robert Glover
A guide for men to stop seeking approval and start living authentically. Widely cited in men's mental health circles.
If You Need Help Now
24/7 Crisis Line
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 to reach a trained crisis counselor. Free, confidential support available 24/7 across the US.
📞 Call or Text 988
24/7 Crisis Line
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor via text message. Free and confidential.
📱 Text HOME to 741741
Local Erie
Erie County Crisis Services
24/7 local crisis intervention and emergency mental health services for Erie County residents.
📞 (814) 825-2131
Veterans
Veterans Crisis Line
Dedicated support for veterans, service members, and their families. Call 988 and press 1, or text 838255.
📞 988, Press 1  ·  Text 838255
Note: Flagship Dads is a peer community, not a clinical or crisis service. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. The resources listed above are provided for informational purposes. We encourage every dad to reach out for professional support when needed. There is no strength in silence.
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