
NAMI California is a passionate team made of families, members, affiliates, and partners throughout the state who are leading the change on mental illness.
Join TeamNAMIAbout Mental Health
Mental illnesses are medical conditions that disrupt a person’s thinking, feeling, mood, ability to relate to others, and capacity to cope with even ordinary demands of life.
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Sharing Our Stories Helps Others
We set out looking for solutions that would mend our broken hearts and the broken system.
Teresa Pasquini and Lauren Rettagliata
Community StoriesHow Does NAMI CA Help?
We help more than 20,000 Californians a year through our programs.
About Nami CA
We're here to help
Mental health conditions can disrupt your life, no matter your age, race, religion or income. We understand the complexities in seeking treatment and are here to guide you in getting help for yourself or a loved one.
Find Your Local NAMI Get HelpWe put our hearts into advocating for Californians to live lives of quality and respect.
Our WorkOur Priorities
- Access to treatment
- Housing
- Crisis services
- Criminal justice and forensic issues
- Family involvement in treatment
- Services and support for all ages