Information for people with disabilities and their families who have
been affected by Hurricane Katrina.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
In the wake of the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, thousands of people are without shelter, food, water, electricity, and other basic provisions. Those affected include our NAMI family members, state and local leaders, and most critically, people with mental illnesses, whose access to treatment and medications may have been disrupted.
In addition, mental illness symptoms are often exacerbated in times of crisis, and many individuals, even those not directly affected by the hurricane, may need assistance in identifying and accessing available resources.
With the assistance of concerned grassroots leaders, NAMI has prepared this resource to aspire to provide support to our state organizations, local affiliates, consumers, family members, and citizens affected by this terrible tragedy. Many resources are available to assist with connecting need with resource. However, NAMI recognizes that the needs of families, consumers, and friends of people living with mental illness are often unique. We also recognize the culture of the NAMI network of families across the country who identify with these special circumstances fellow NAMI members and others may encounter.
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