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Guided by lived experience and evidence-based practices, the National Alliance on Mental Illness of New York City, Inc. (NAMI-NYC) helps families and individuals affected by mental illness build better lives through education, support, and advocacy.

Your Support Matters

Dealing with mental illness is not easy – not for the person with the illness, nor for the people in their life.

Your generous gift makes hope possible!

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Sign-Ups for Fall Classes Are Open

Our free, peer-led classes are designed for individuals and families impacted by mental illness. Taught by trained volunteers with lived experience, these classes offer connection, understanding, and practical skills to help you care for your mental health. Whether you’re navigating your own mental health journey or supporting a loved one, there’s a place for you here this fall.

NAMI-NYC Changes Lives

“I couldn’t describe what recovery means to me without NAMI-NYC.”

Miguel, Peer and Long-Time Volunteer

“Hearing personal stories helped our kids open up about their own struggles.”

NYC Public School Teacher

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