What is NAMI?

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI advocates for access to services, treatment, support and research and is steadfast in its commitment to raising awareness and building a community of hope for all of those in need. Who Belongs to NAMI? Members of NAMI are families, friends and people living with mental illness. In addition to the national organization, NAMI has approximately 1,000 NAMI State Organizations and NAMI Affiliates in communities across the country, including Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. Located in Jackson and Josephine Counties, NAMI Southern Oregon is a NAMI Affiliate made up of dedicated volunteers and volunteer leaders. We work together to raise awareness and provide essential education, advocacy and support programs for people living with mental illness and their loved ones. NAMI Southern Oregon addresses the mental illness needs of our community, replaces stigma with understanding and helps thousands of families and individuals every year.

 

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