NAMI News

The White House has announced plans that would make significant changes to mental health coverage. Meanwhile, congressional leaders are working toward reauthorizing the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and have forged a tentative bipartisan agreement to stabilize the insurance markets.

On October 3, U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Roy Blunt (R-MO) and Representatives Leonard Lance (R-NJ) and Doris Matsui (D-CA) introduced S 1905, a bill to expand the Excellence in Mental Health Act pilot program, which supports the implementation of Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers (CCBHCs).

NAMI is excited to share a new video-led group discussion tool and other resources for workplaces. 

The LIS program—which helps more than 11 million low-income Medicare beneficiaries afford medications—could restrict prescription drug access and increase costs for millions of already vulnerable Medicare beneficiaries.

The LIS program—which helps more than 11 million low-income Medicare beneficiaries afford medications—could restrict prescription drug access and increase costs for millions of already vulnerable Medicare beneficiaries.

We understand that attending an in-person class can be difficult for busy individuals and families. That’s why NAMI is proud to announce that we now offer NAMI Homefront online.

On Tuesday, Sept. 26, Senate leadership announced that the Graham-Cassidy bill, which would have hurt millions of Americans with mental illness, would not be voted on.

NAMI expressed relief that the Graham-Cassidy-Heller-Johnson health reform bill was pulled from an expected vote this week.

The Graham-Cassidy health reform bill is up for a vote, and it could take away your mental health care. Contact your Senators now.

NAMI is saddened to hear the news that former-Senator Pete Domenici of New Mexico has passed away.  Senator Domenici worked tirelessly to educate his colleagues about mental illness and the need to improve mental health services and supports.