You or someone you love has a mental illness. That's why there's NAMI.

General Info

NAMI Tennessee is a nonprofit grassroots organization providing mutual support, conducts classes and programs for children, parents and families affected by mental illness, and advocates for quality of life.

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Helpline: 800-467-3589

Hours

Regular Hours

Mon - Fri:	9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat - Sun	Closed

Categories

Mental Health Clinics & Information, Mental Health Services

Services/Products

You or someone you love has a mental illness. That's why there's NAMI. Finding Resources can leave you feeling alone, overwhelmed and confused. NAMI Tennessee can help. Join one of our support groups of family, friends or persons living with a mental illness to learn first hand the services available to you. Learn how to start a group if one does not exist in your area. Call our Helpline. We are not professional counselors but someone we love does have a mental illness. We understand your challenges and want to help. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness, their fmailies and communities. That mission is accomplished primarily through the dedication of volunteers sharing their direct life experience. With coruage and compassion they help guide others navigating through treatment and daily living. There are several FREE classes offered by NAMI Tennessee that have proven especially helpful and helpful for people seeking understanding and empowerment. With Hope In Mind This course offers helpful skill-building classes in problem management, communication and crisis planning for those coping with the difficulties associated with caring for adult relatives or friends who are living with mental illness. NAMI Basics This class is designed specifically to help parents and other caregivers of adolescents and children with mental illness. Six workshops ar etaught by trained family members who have children with mental illness. We work collaboratively with agencies and peer support groups to improve mental health services for everyone in the state. We also advocate for services.

Payment Options

Location

NAMI Tennessee has many affiliates acorss the state of Tennessee. Check our website www.namitn.org for a complete listing.

Amenities

Membership $35 Get the latest information on NAMI advocacy, educational opportunities and pending legislations affecting Tennesseans. Join NAMI to add your voice to those in Tennessee and Washignton when lawmakers debate mental health issues. Receive The Advocate NAMI's national magazine. Access specialized content at www.nami.org Recieve discounts on NAMI activities at state and national levels

Languages

Spanish

Accreditation

National Allliance on Mental Illness

Associations

Community Shares United Way Tennessee Association of Mental Health Organizations Funded in part by an agreement with the state of Tennessee.

Other Link

Support. Education. Advocacy.

Other Information

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Services: <p>You or someone you love has a mental illness. That's why there's NAMI.</p> <p>Finding Resources can leave you feeling alone, overwhelmed and confused. NAMI Tennessee can help.</p> <p>Join one of our support groups of family, friends or persons living with a mental illness to learn first hand the services available to you. Learn how to start a group if one does not exist in your area.</p> <p>Call our Helpline. We are not professional counselors but someone we love does have a mental illness. We understand your challenges and want to help.</p> <p>Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness, their fmailies and communities. That mission is accomplished primarily through the dedication of volunteers sharing their direct life experience. With coruage and compassion they help guide others navigating through treatment and daily living. There are several FREE classes offered by NAMI Tennessee that have proven especially helpful and helpful for people seeking understanding and empowerment.</p> <p><strong><em>With Hope In Mind</em></strong> This course offers helpful skill-building classes in problem management, communication and crisis planning for those coping with the difficulties associated with caring for adult relatives or friends who are living with mental illness.</p> <p>NAMI <strong>Basics</strong> This class is designed specifically to help parents and other caregivers of adolescents and children with mental illness. Six workshops ar etaught by trained family members who have children with mental illness.</p> <p>We work collaboratively with agencies and peer support groups to improve mental health services for everyone in the state. We also advocate for services.</p>