SUPPORT | EDUCATE | ADVOCATE

We SUPPORT people with mental illnesses, their families and their friends.

NAMI CI support programs provide individuals and those by their sides the tools and resources to cope with mental illness. Through meetings, support groups, courses and referrals, we are available to help Central Iowans, whatever their situation or need.

We EDUCATE communities about mental health issues.

A stigma surrounds mental illnesses, and we have set out to replace what people perceive about mental illness with the facts and real unique experiences of those who live and cope with mental illness. And we’re doing this through educational programs. From informative public meetings to displays and communication pieces, to partnership with local leaders, NAMI CI educates members of communities about mental health issues so they can better understand, empathize and support those with mental illnesses.

We ADVOCATE to improve the conditions for and on behalf of those affected by mental illness.

Every individual has a unique story to share, to inspire, to elicit change. But often individual stories aren’t heard. As advocates for those affected by mental illness, NAMI CI takes these stories and issues and ensures they are heard — and heard by people who can help make change.

Ames Art Walk 2021

By NAMI Central Iowa

Ames Art Walk 2021

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