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Every Story Has the Power to Save a Life
As a writer, Eliza believes stories save lives. As a NAMI Peer-to-Peer teacher, she watches it happen. -
I’m Here to Help
I want to spread the word that it does get better, not perfect but better. It is absolutely OK to talk and reaching out is always the best way to begin the recovery process.
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Sentenced to Life
In 2009, our son believed he heard voices commanding him to kill his former coach. Now I use my voice to share our family’s experience with this broken mental health system.
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Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Reduce Criminalization
Last week, a bipartisan group of legislators introduced the Comprehensive Justice and Mental Health Act of 2015 in both the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives which will help people with mental illness who are caught up in the criminal justice system. -
Our Journey Through Mental Health
A mental health diagnosis can be traumatic for all family members. After 14 months of searching for answers and resources, we have finally have hope. Real, ongoing hope.
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Tell Congress to Support Accountability for Students with Disabilities!
Contact your Senators today to thank them for their support for students with disabilities and ask that the final bill include provisions designed to ensure that students with disabilities, including mental health conditions, are given the opportunity to reach their full academic potential and are protected from harm. -
Mental Health Care: NAMI Report Finds Insurance Discrimination, Lack of Transparency under Parity Laws
Health insurance plans are falling short in coverage of mental health and substance abuse conditions according to a report issued today by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), based on a survey of 2,720 consumers and an analysis of 84 insurance plans in 15 states. -
Mental Health Parity: Still a Long Way to Go
A new report from NAMI highlights the results of a survey given to over 2,700 people about their experience with health insurance coverage. -
House and Senate Budget Resolutions Potentially Harmful
The House and Senate Budget Committees called on Congress to change Medicaid, repeal the ACA and balance the budget within 10 years. -
Help Protect Mental Health Medications In Medicare Part D
The Medicare Formulary Improvement Act (S. 648) was just introduced to protect mental health medications in Medicare Part D. We need you to take action today!