Missions
NAMI of CI supports people with mental illnesses, their friends, and families.
NAMI of CI supports people affected by mental illnesses by providing information and referrals for help in coping with the illness. We also hold monthly meetings, support groups, and a variety of courses to help central Iowans develop the understanding, skills, and strength needed to cope with mental illness.
NAMI of CI educates the public to combat the stigma of mental illness and help people affected by mental illnesses.
We know that education is key to combating stigma and coping with mental illnesses. That's why we aim to educate the entire community, whether or not you are directly affected by a mental illness.
NAMI of CI educates the public about mental health issues by holding informative monthly meetings, creating displays in public buildings like the Ames Public Library, providing information brochures in various community and health facitilies, distributing our newsletter to NAMI of CI members and various community leaders, and presenting other programs and events such as support groups and films.
NAMI of CI advocates for mental health issues to improve conditions for all those affected by mental illness.
Sometimes individual voices don't get heard. As advocates for people affected by mental illness, NAMI of CI helps make each voice louder.
NAMI of CI brings problems of people affected by mental illnesses to the attention of local, state, and national governments; we support legislation that benefits lives of people with mental illnesses and bring that legislation to the public's attention; and we bring families and mental health service providers together by sharing insights and techniques that are beneficial to both.
