The National Alliance on Mental Illness was established in 1979 for individuals with mental illness and their families as a self-help organization that provides support, education and advocacy to anyone affected by serious and persistent biologically-based brain disorders.

There are approximately 220,000 NAMI members nationwide with 1200 affiliates throughout the country. NAMI of Hancock County is a chapter of NAMI Ohio joining 60 county affiliates. Brain disorders are real diseases causing disturbances in feeling and thinking. These diseases affect people of all ages, races, cultures and socio-economic classes.

NAMI advocates at the local, state and national level for a system of adequate care and for increased support for research from both the federal government and private resources.

• Educate
• Offer Support
• Advocate
• Give you a voice
• Create awareness
• Help you grow
• Fight the fear
• Form friendships
• Create connections
• Share a promise
• Silence the stigma
• Experience recovery
• Provide a presentation on our services 

NAMI of Hancock County offers support, education and advocacy to anyone with mental illness as well as their family, friends, caregivers, providers, and anyone else interested in learning more about the struggle and recovery of serious brain disorders.