NAMI - the National Alliance on Mental Illness is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. For 30 years, NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore has established itself as one of the most active local NAMI affiliates. NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore and dedicated grassroots leaders work together to raise awareness and provide essential, advocacy, and support group programs for people living with mental illness and their loved ones. NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore addresses the mental illness needs of our community, replaces stigma with understanding and helps thousands of families and individuals each year.