Schizophrenia Support and Resources Guide

National Organizations and Helplines

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

  • Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
  • Website: www.nami.org
  • Services: Support groups, education programs, advocacy

• Schizophrenia and Related Disorders Alliance of America (SARDAA)

  • Helpline: 1-240-423-9432
  • Website: www.sardaa.org
  • Services: Support groups, recovery programs, educational resources

Crisis Resources

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

  • Call or text 988 (24/7)
  • Crisis counseling and mental health support

• Crisis Text Line

  • Text HOME to 741741
  • 24/7 crisis support via text

Treatment and Support Services

Medication Resources

• Partnership for Prescription Assistance

  • Website: www.pparx.org
  • Helps qualifying patients access prescription medications

• NeedyMeds

  • Website: www.needymeds.org
  • Information on medication assistance programs

Support Groups

• Local NAMI Support Groups
• Online Communities
  • SARDAA Online Support Groups
  • Schizophrenia.com Forums

Educational Resources

• Mental Health America

  • Website: www.mhanational.org
  • Fact sheets and educational materials

• National Institute of Mental Health

  • Website: www.nimh.nih.gov
  • Research updates and treatment information

Legal and Disability Resources

• Disability Rights Legal Center

  • Website: www.thedrlc.org

• Social Security Disability Information

  • Website: www.ssa.gov/disability

Housing Resources

• Section 811 Supportive Housing
• HUD Housing Choice Voucher Program
• Local Housing Assistance Programs

Employment Support

• Vocational Rehabilitation Services
• Supported Employment Programs
• Job Accommodation Network
  • Website: www.askjan.org

Family Support Resources

• Family-to-Family Education Program (NAMI)
• Family Support Groups
• Caregiver Resources