NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
During this difficult time, the NAMI HelpLine is here for you.
The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals, and support to people living with a mental health condition, their families and caregivers, mental health providers, and the public.
HelpLine staff and volunteers...
- understand (many from their own experiences), listen, and offer support.
- are informed on NAMI programs and support groups, as well as how to locate your local NAMI affiliate.
- are trained to help identify the best resource options for your concern.
- are knowledgeable and a source of accurate information about relevant topics.
- care.
HelpLine staff and volunteers DO NOT:
- provide mental health counseling, advice, personal advocacy, or referrals to mental health providers or lawyers.
- provide individual casework, legal representations, or any type of individual advocacy.
The NAMI HelpLine is NOT a crisis line or suicide prevention line. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, click on the appropriate link below for help.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Free