NAMI Signature Mental Health Education Programs and Support Groups | NAMI Champaign

Address Confidential, Champaign, IL 61820

Eligibility

Open to anyone

Required documents

Varies by service

Application process

Call for information

Fees

None

Service area

Champaign County, IL
Coles County, IL
Douglas County, IL
Effingham County, IL
Vermilion County, IL

Description

An advocacy and non-profit organization for the education and support of the mentally ill, their families, and friends that is open to anyone with a personal or professional interest in mental illness.

Focus includes:

- Educating consumers, their families, and the public in an effort to eliminate the stigma of mental illness through literature, newsletters, speakers, workshops, and conferences. With proper access to treatment, persons with neurobiological brain disorders can lead productive lives and work towards recovery.

- Advocacy in legislation and programs which will improve the lives of the mentally ill.

- Supporting research that focuses on the causes of mental illness and ways to improve treatment.

Providing organization

NAMI Champaign

Works to support people affected by mental illness, educate with facts about mental health topics, and advocate for mental health concerns.