Welcome to NAMI of CI
NAMI of CI is a support group made up of those with mental illness, their friends, families, and members of their communities in Ames, Story County, and the surrounding Iowa area. Our goal is to make a better life for people affected by mental illness through support, education, and advocacy. We serve as a source of understanding and encouragement for all who face mental health issues or have a loved one with mental illness.
It has indeed been a remarkable journey. 30 years ago, families of those with mental illness rebelled against the theory that blamed schizophrenia on poor parenting, and formed the grassroots organization called NAMI. A group of family members in Central Iowa joined forces with NAMI National at its outset, and has traveled for three decades on this journey of providing education, support, and advocacy for those faced with the challenge of mental illness. We will be celebrating this remarkable journey on Tuesday, July 21, at 7:00 PM at Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 3626 Ontario St. in Ames. We plan to hear from some of the founding families and former directors as we look back at our journey. We will also highlight our current support groups and educational classes as we move ahead into tomorrow. We hope you will join us for a time of reminiscing about the past and anticipating the future. And yes, there will be cake!
