This grassroots organization of individuals with brain disorders and their family members functions to support, educate and advocate for consumers and their families. This site provides information on 'How to Get Help' including Massachusetts Information and referral telephone numbers and a directory of NAMI affiliates. Our State Hospitals' Cemetaries' reveals the terrible neglect of the gravesites of former patients and provides information on legislative contacts. National Alliance for the Mentally Ill is a nonprofit, self-help support and advocacy organization of consumers, family and friends of consumers at the national, state and local levels. The site provides public education information on mental illnesses and their treatment.
Information is organized into four broad areas of support, education, advocacy and research.
National Depressive Manic-Depressive Association educates patients, families and the public about these illnesses and their treatments, as well as advocates to eliminate stigma and to increase research. The site contains information on adolescent and adult depression and bipolar disorder. Patient education materials are included. National Empowerment Center is funded in part by the Center for Mental Health Services. This site contains practical information for those recovering from mental illnesses.