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Causes: Mental Health, Mental Health Associations
Mission: Nami of pennsylvania, erie county affiliate was established to address the increasing need for families and individuals to have a stronger voice in the mental health system. Often, parents who have children with mental illness find themselves battling several barriers such as stigma, confusion over medical advice, and a lack of support for the family unit. However, nami of erie county attempts to ease the struggle for parents by offering mental health education and support.
Programs: Nami of pennsylvania, erie county affiliate (the organization) was established in 1984 to address the increasing need for families and individuals to have a stronger voice in the mental health system. Often, parents who have children with mental illness find themselves battling several barriers such as stigma, confusion over medical advice, and a lack of support for the family unit. However, nami of erie county attempts to ease the struggle for parents by offering mental health education and support.