Many communities are committed to diverting people with mental illness away from the criminal justice system. This publication can help communities identify the gaps and opportunities in their existing mental health service system to enhance efforts to divert people from justice system involvement.
NAMI Starting the Conversation
NAMI provides a series of videos and a guide on how to start conversations around mental health conditions. The tips and facts provided in the videos would help individuals spread work around the important of mental health awareness and how to provide support to someone who may be struggling to find help.
Navigating A Mental Health Crisis: Warning Signs of a Mental Health Crisis
This infographic provides support for individuals and families to help determine if a loved one may be in crisis.
Navigating A Mental Health Crisis: Creating A Crisis Plan
This infographic provides support for individuals and families to develop a crisis plan.
NAMI CA 2018 Annual State of the Community Report
This report provides an overview of the needs, challenges, and recommendations to support family members in caring for a loved one with mental illness.