Arlington, VA ��� Today, the U.S. Senate narrowly passed the budget reconciliation bill commonly referred to as the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act,’ which��includes deep cuts to Medicaid funding. If signed into law, this legislation will lead to millions of Americans losing their health insurance and make it significantly harder for people with mental illness […]
An Orientation to Wellness Action Recovery Plans (WRAP): Achieving a Self-Directed Life Through a Proven Daily Wellness Strategy Thursday, June 26, 2025 | 4:00 ��� 5:00 PM ET This webinar will provide an overview of Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) and how they support people with serious mental illness (SMI). WRAP is a simple and […]
During Rest Up Week, NAMI closes its offices to prioritize staff well-being���while continuing to provide essential mental health support. ARLINGTON, Va. ��� The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is once again leading by example���closing its national office from June 30 to July 4 to give all employees a full week of paid time off […]
In this episode recognizing Pride Month, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is joined by Juan Acosta, a mental health advocate and LGBTQI+ activist. During this conversation, the group explores Juan���s mental health journey, how he mixes mental health and LGBTQI+ advocacy, what change he hopes to see, and what���s next for him. They also […]
ARLINGTON, Va. ��� The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the nation���s leading grassroots mental health organization, today announced its newly elected 2025���2026 board of directors ��� a group of leaders with deep community ties and lived experience, committed to advancing mental health as a national priority. Their insight and leadership come at a pivotal […]
During Pride Month, Cuts Undermine Lifesaving LGBTQ+ Mental Health Support Arlington, VA ��� Yesterday, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) announced the elimination of the specialized and lifesaving services for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults within the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – effective July 17, 2025. NAMI is deeply troubled by […]
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