"To create a strong NAMI affiliate in Stark County that supports family members and individuals affected by neurobiological brain disorders (mental illnesses/emotional disturbances), through membership growth and retention; leadership, organizational, and financial development; as well as marketing NAMI through the expansion of education, support, and advocacy programs."

We are now a 501c3 organization.

NAMI advocates at the local, state and national level for a system of adequate care and for increased support for research from the federal government and from private sources.