NAMI Pierce County (Tacoma, WA)
About NAMI Pierce County
NAMI Pierce County is the Tacoma-area affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, providing free peer-led support groups, education programs, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness in Pierce County. The chapter offers multiple weekly support groups and educational classes, making mental health peer support accessible throughout the Tacoma metropolitan area.
What Groups Are Offered?
NAMI Pierce County offers NAMI Connection Recovery Support Groups for adults living with mental health conditions and NAMI Family Support Groups for caregivers and loved ones. Multiple meeting times are available throughout the week. Educational programs include Family-to-Family and Peer-to-Peer courses. All groups are facilitated by trained volunteers with personal lived experience.
Who Can Join?
Connection groups welcome adults (18+) with mental health conditions; Family groups serve family members and caregivers. No diagnosis, referral, or insurance is required.
Meeting Schedule & Location
Multiple groups meet weekly at locations in Tacoma and Pierce County, with virtual options available. A schedule is maintained on the NAMI Pierce County website.
Contact Information
- Phone: (253) 535-8261
- Website: namipierce.org
- Location: Tacoma, WA (Pierce County)
What to Expect
NAMI support groups are structured, confidential peer gatherings lasting 60–90 minutes. Trained facilitators guide supportive discussions. There is no pressure to speak. New attendees are warmly welcomed.
Cost & Confidentiality
All programs are free. Strict confidentiality is maintained.