NAMI Anchorage – Peer & Family Support Groups – Anchorage
About This Group
NAMI Anchorage is the local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness serving Alaska’s largest city and surrounding communities. They offer free peer-led support groups for individuals living with mental health conditions and separate groups for their family members and loved ones. NAMI Anchorage also provides education programs and community advocacy to reduce stigma and improve access to mental health care.
What to Expect
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Groups are facilitated by trained peers with lived mental health experience. Sessions provide a structured, supportive environment for sharing experiences, discussing coping strategies, and building recovery-focused community. Family Support Groups offer a dedicated space for loved ones to process their own emotions, learn about mental illness, and discover practical ways to support their family member. All groups are free and confidential.
About NAMI Anchorage
NAMI Anchorage is a volunteer-driven affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The chapter provides support groups, educational programs including NAMI Family-to-Family and NAMI Peer-to-Peer, community outreach, and advocacy efforts to improve mental health services in the Anchorage area.
Meeting Details
Location: Anchorage, AK (specific venues vary by group — check website for details)
Schedule: Multiple groups per week (check namianchorage.org for current calendar)
Format: In-person and virtual
Cost: Free
Who This Group Is For
Open to adults living with any mental health condition and their family members, caregivers, and friends. No diagnosis or referral is required.
Contact Information
Phone: (907) 931-9932
Website: namianchorage.org
All group discussions are confidential. NAMI Anchorage welcomes everyone affected by mental illness.
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