NAMI works to give hope to people struggling and their families, that treatment will bring health and recovery. We promote an understanding that mental illness is a biological neurological imbalance in the brain and a move away from stigma and ignorance.We EducateOur education programs ensure families, individuals and educators get the support and information they need. Visit our website www.namiqn.org for resources and information about our local programs.We SupportIn NAMI's groups you meet others who share experiences which can help you to realize you are not alone.We AdvocateNAMI shapes the national public policy landscape for people with mental illness and their loved ones and provides volunteers with the tools, resources and skills necessary to promote mental health.We LeadAwareness events and activities, including Mental Health Month, Mental Illness Awareness Week and NAMIWalks successfully fight stigma and encourage understanding. NAMI works with the media and policy makers so our community understands how important mental health is.We ListenWe respond to your calls and provide free help with local information and support. Please call our NAMI Queens/Nassau office 516-326-0797 or 718-347-7284.