NAMI Massachusetts has launched our first NEXTGEN Youth Advisory Council, modeled after NAMI National. NEXTGEN aims to represent diverse voices of young adults (18-25) across the state, ensuring that their voices, needs, and ideas are integrated into the same policies, programs, and services that directly affect them. Through NEXTGEN, NAMI Massachusetts seeks to empower youth…
Eliza T. Williamson appointed as Executive Director of NAMI Massachusetts Woburn, Massachusetts – The Board of Directors of NAMI Massachusetts (NAMI Mass) proudly announces the appointment of Eliza T. Williamson as Executive Director of NAMI Massachusetts. Eliza brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having worked in the non-profit sector in Massachusetts for…
Resources for People who have Non-Consensus Experiences This is a resource list for people who hear voices, see visions, see visions, have unusual perceptions, negotiate alternative realities, or have other non-consensus experiences that are often labeled as psychosis and their supporters. Download a pdf of this page (pdf). updated December 2024 Looking for more resources?…
Here at NAMI Massachusetts, we want to uplift and support the efforts of NAMI-NYC for the work they are doing to combat Mayor Adams’ declaration to involuntarily hospitalize homeless individuals living with a mental health condition. While we want to promote more public dialogue around said community members, we do not approve of Mayor Adams’…
NAMI Massachusetts Staff TeamExecutive Director Eliza T. Williamson, M.Ed., MFA, CPSExecutive Director Eliza (she/her) is a writer, national trainer, speaker, curriculum developer, and advocate. Prior to her appointment as Executive Director, her role at NAMI Mass was Deputy Director of Programs, overseeing all programming for the organization, including peer, family and community education programs, as…
Resources for People who Have Experienced Sexual Trauma This is a resource list for people who have experienced sexual trauma including sexual abuse, sexual assault, and rape. Download a pdf of this page (pdf). updated December 2024 Need additional resources related to sexual trauma? Reach out to our Compass Helpline! The Compass Helpline is available…
State ConventionCelebrating 40 Years of NAMI Massachusetts: Changing Tomorrow Together Saturday, November 5, 2022 The Westin Waltham 70 3rd Avenue, Waltham Thank you to all who have registered for the NAMI Massachusetts 40th Annual Convention: Changing Tomorrow Together! At this time, our registration has closed. A reminder that there will be no day of registration…
Join us for the 2026 NAMI Massachusetts Impact Summit, an inspiring morning focused on the impact of our work in 2025 and our path forward in 2026. This annual event will showcase how NAMI Massachusetts is responding to urgent mental health needs across the Commonwealth through education, support, and advocacy. Come together with community members,…
NAMI Mass Members will elect directors to join the Board of Directors at its Annual Meeting in the fall. Save the Date! The Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, November 17 from 7:00 – 8:00 PM on Zoom. Connect with affiliates, vote for new board members and bylaws, and discuss organizational matters. Don’t miss…
Kids and Teens Find resources for families with kids and teens. Contents… Getting Mental Health Treatment Resources Especially for Teens Resources for Siblings Resources for Parents Getting Mental Health TreatmentResources for Finding a Therapist William James Interface 617-332-3666 The William James Interface is a free service that provides referrals to mental health providers for…