How can I effectively advocate to get my loved one treatment in jail?
Navigating the criminal justice system can be stressful and confusing, especially for family members whose incarcerated loved one has a mental illness. To aid this process, NAMI has developed a series of informational videos that answer common questions callers have asked the NAMI HelpLine about the criminal justice system.
A Mental Health Crisis Deserves a Mental Health Response
Watch VideoDoes HIPAA Prevent the Correctional System from Receiving Information About My Loved One's Treatment and Medication?
Watch VideoHow Can I Ensure That My Loved One is Getting Treatment While Incarcerated?
Watch VideoNAMI HelpLine is available M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET. Call 800-950-6264,
text “helpline” to 62640, or chat online. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).