NAMI Southeast Kansas is a local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) dedicated to improving lives affected by mental illness through support, education, and advocacy. It offers free, peer-led support groups – such as the “Share and Care” group – and educational resources for individuals and families in the region.

Key Aspects of NAMI Southeast Kansas:

• Support and Education
  • Provides peer-led programs and support groups to improve the lives of individuals with mental illness and their loved ones.
• Advocacy and Awareness
  • Works to eliminate stigma, provide education, and promote recovery for those impacted by mental health conditions.
• Connection to NAMI Kansas
  • As an affiliate of NAMI Kansas, they provide access to statewide resources, incding the 988 crisis services.
• Local Focus
  • The group supports rural and frontier communities, often collaborating on events to discuss mental health challenges specific to these areas.