Legal Resources Resources for navigating the legal system Road Map through the Criminal Justice System for People with Mental Health Symptoms in Massachusetts (2020 update)This guide is for people dealing with mental health symptoms, their families, and other supporters. Far too often mental health symptoms are interpreted as criminal behavior. The Roadmap explains the essentials…
Employment Resources for finding and keeping employment Massachusetts Rehabilitation CommissionThe Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) houses the state’s Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program, and help people with disabilities find and keep employment. Learn more about Vocational Rehabilitation Learn about the MRC Ombudsman Learn about the Client Assistance Program ClubhousesClubhouses help people diagnosed with mental health conditions people…
Family Support & Education Find support and education for family members of people who are dealing with mental health symptoms NAMI Family Support GroupsNAMI Family Support groups are free support groups for family members, friends, and other caregivers of people diagnosed with a mental health condition. Groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators and provide a…
Mental Health Resources Navigating a Mental Health Crisis Resources and ideas for navigating a crisis that you or a loved one is experiencing. Peer Support Support and information from another person who has had experiences that are typically labeled as mental health symptoms. Family Support Find support for family members of people who have been…
NAMI Mass Advocacy Day Advocacy Day is when NAMI Mass members and supporters tell our legislators what we care about most. Advocacy Day usually happens in March or April. Learn more about NAMI Mass Advocacy Day NAMIWalks Massachusetts NAMIWalks Massachusetts brings together people of all ages to combat stigma, raise funds, and promote awareness of…
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Massachusetts (NAMI Massachusetts) is a statewide, nonprofit grassroots organization founded in 1982. NAMI Massachusetts is a prominent state voice on mental health issues. NAMI Massachusetts Mission We seek to improve the quality of life for people living with mental health conditions, their families, and their caregivers. We work…
Learn More About Volunteering with NAMI MassachusettsVolunteers are essential to the work that we do at NAMI Massachusetts, and we are always seeking enthusiastic people to help us achieve our mission. Lead a support group or education program Volunteer as a NAMI Connection Facilitator NAMI Connection support groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators who’ve been…
Legislative Priorities for 2023-2024 The Policy, Advocacy, and Communication (PAC) Team at NAMI Massachusetts aims to provide direction and guidance on policy issues affecting mental health in the Commonwealth to Affiliates, state agencies, community stakeholders, advocates, and the general public. Legislation is organized by primary area of focus, but categories do often overlap. Top priority…
Legislative Advocacy in 3 Simple Steps You can make a change in your local community by being an advocate for mental health awareness in Massachusetts. Here are a few suggestions for how you can work with your community. Policy change is one major way we can make a difference in the lives of people diagnosed…