activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 11
- Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Teams Assertive Community Mental Health ServicesOperates interdisciplinary ACT teams that deliver community-based services including psychiatric support, substance use counseling, housing assistance, and employment support to individuals with behavioral health needs.
- Behavioral Health Treatment and Case Management Substance Use Disorder TreatmentProvides comprehensive treatment, case management, and strength-based, individualized interventions for individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), general mental health (GMH), and co-occurring substance use disorders through direct care clinics and evidence-based practices.
- Child and Family Services for Women in RecoveryProvides nursery childcare with safe outdoor play and nutritious meals, along with an evidence-based parenting curriculum that strengthens healthy parenting skills through direct interaction between mothers in recovery and their children.
- Culinary and Daily Living Skills Training Independent Living Skills TrainingOffers a Culinary Awareness program and hands-on training in daily living skills such as meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, laundry, budgeting, and medication self-administration to support community independence and employment readiness.
- Integrated Primary and Behavioral Health Care Integrated Care & Case ManagementDelivers patient-centered, team-based care that integrates primary care and behavioral health services, including treatment for acute illnesses, chronic disease management, preventive care, and referrals to specialists.
- NAMI HelpLine and Advocacy Support 24/7 Crisis Hotline & Support Line OperationsOperated the NAMI HelpLine, serving over 93,000 people in 2025, and supported over 170,000 advocacy actions carried out by NAMI advocates.
- Residential and Community Living Programs Assertive Community Mental Health ServicesOperates residential, outpatient, physical health, housing, and community living programs that provide comprehensive support for individuals with behavioral health needs.
- Scattered-Site and Recovery Housing Permanent Supported Housing for Adults with Mental IllnessOperates three scattered-site housing projects with 46 total units and the Pinchot Apartments—an 18-unit townhome community in Phoenix—for adults with serious mental illness and adult women in recovery from substance use, including their children.
- Substance Use Treatment Funding and Services Substance Use Disorder TreatmentProvides Substance Abuse Block Grant (SABG) funding to support substance use treatment for uninsured individuals and delivers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) that combines counseling and medication, including opioid treatment programs, for substance use disorders.
- Supported Education and Sober Living Programs Substance Use Disorder TreatmentProvides a Supported Education program that promotes adult education, sober living, and employability through structured learning and recovery support.
- Supported Employment and Vocational Services Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesOffers Supported Employment and vocational services including skill-building, resume development, interview training, job preparation, and ongoing support to help individuals obtain and maintain competitive employment in the community.
capacity building · 1
- Peer Support Specialist Training Peer Support Certification TrainingProvides training programs for Peer Support Specialists to support personal and professional development in the behavioral health field.
strategies · 8
how they think
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- Holistic model to improve quality of life through systemic and individual support holistic_support_modelFocuses on enhancing quality of life for individuals affected by mental illness through a combination of direct support, education, and advocacy for systemic change.
- Individualized care planning guided by patient history and needs individualized_care_planningUses personal and family medical history to inform tailored care plans, ensuring timely and appropriate health interventions aligned with patient-centered principles.
- Integrated care model combining physical and behavioral health integrated_care_modelUses a team-based, systematic approach to integrate primary care and behavioral health services, delivering patient-centered, whole-health care that improves outcomes and reduces costs.
- Integrated housing and community-based support for independent living integrated_housing_and_behavioral_healthCombines behavioral health treatment with affordable housing and home-based skill building to promote independent living, community integration, and long-term stability.
- National grassroots network for community-based mental health support grassroots_network_modelLeverages a decentralized network of over 650 affiliates to deliver local mental health education, peer support, and advocacy, increasing access and community engagement.
- Person-centered, strengths-based care focused on recovery and independence person-centered careDelivers individualized, outcome-oriented care that builds on client strengths, promotes recovery, and supports personal growth through skill development and psychosocial rehabilitation.
- Targeted, family-focused treatment for high-risk populations targeted treatment accessProvides specialized residential treatment for high-risk groups, including women with dependent children and pregnant women who use substances, integrating parenting support and family reunification goals.
- Use of evidence-based practices in treatment and rehabilitation evidence_based_practiceApplies evidence-based, solution-focused treatment approaches aligned with recovery, resilience, and psychiatric rehabilitation best practices, including in parenting and employment programs.
named programs · 22
what they call their work
Addiction Treatment
Assists individuals in addressing substance use disorders through various therapeutic approaches.
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Teams
Delivers intensive, community-based, interdisciplinary treatment for individuals with serious mental illness, including housing, employment, peer support, and psychiatric care
Case Management Teams
Provides supportive services including home, hospital, and jail visits, community referrals, crisis planning, and coordination with providers to support recovery
Culinary Awareness
Enhances awareness of nutrition, wellness, safe food handling, food preparation, and food service related to employment options and personal wellness.
Housing Services
Provides assistance with housing for individuals in their programs.
Individual and Group Counseling
Provides focused therapeutic environments for individual and group settings to support healing and recovery.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Combines counseling and medication to treat opioid and other substance use disorders, offered within residential and outpatient settings
Nursery Childcare
Provides a stable, loving environment with age-appropriate social play, outdoor playground, and nutritious meals for children of mothers in the Women's Residential program.
Outpatient Behavioral Health Services
Provides individualized, evidence-based outpatient treatment including psychiatry, counseling, case management, and peer support for individuals with mental health and substance use conditions
Parenting and Pregnant Women Program
Provides tools and education to strengthen parenting skills for women breaking away from unhealthy behaviors associated with an addictive lifestyle.
Peer Certification
Skill-building opportunity designed to enhance self and system awareness, potentially preparing participants for direct service positions within the behavioral health field.
Peer Services
Provides individual and group support for peers/members regarding lived experiences such as substance use and behavioral health.
Peer Support Services
Offers individual and group support from peers with lived experience in behavioral health and substance use recovery, complementing clinical services
Physical Health Services
Provides services related to physical health, complementing behavioral health and substance use treatment.
Psychiatry Services and Medication Management
Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders, potentially using medication and psychotherapy.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Offers skill-building programs including Supported Education, Supported Employment, Vocational Services, Culinary Awareness, and Peer Certification to promote vocational and social independence
Residential Treatment
Provides structured, therapeutic residential care addressing substance use and behavioral health issues, including skill-building, counseling, and self-medication training
Supported Education
Provides ongoing educational support to foster sober and independent living through educational achievement and sustained employability.
Supported Employment
Provides an approach to vocational rehabilitation emphasizing obtaining competitive work in the community and providing support for success in the workplace.
Vocational Services
Includes skill-building, career exploration, resume development, interview skills, supported volunteering, job preparation, and employment support.
Women's Residential
Intensive, supervised treatment for women, including childcare, laundry, family-style dining, psychiatric services, MAT services, and parenting education.
Women’s Residential Program
Offers intensive, supervised treatment for women in recovery, including childcare, parenting education, psychiatric services, MAT, and nursery care for infants
relationships · 10
who they work with
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Government — Partners with the 988 crisis service to provide 24/7 crisis support.
- Arizona Complete Care Government — Participates in Arizona Complete Care initiative as part of integrated care programming.
- Central Arizona Crisis Line Partner — Collaborates with Lifewell to provide immediate crisis support.
- HUD Government — Funds housing projects for individuals with serious mental illness and women in recovery from substance use.
- New Arizona Family Partner — Merged with Lifewell in 2011 to expand behavioral health services in the Phoenix area.
- SABG Government — Receives Substance Abuse Block Grant funding to provide treatment for uninsured individuals with substance use disorders.
- SAMHSA Government — Aligns Supported Employment program with SAMHSA's evidence-based practice model.
- Targeted Investments Program Government — Participates in the Targeted Investments Program to advance integrated care in Arizona.
- Triple R Behavioral Health Partner — Merged with Lifewell in 2011 to extend rehabilitation and recovery services across the care continuum.
- Whole Person Care Initiative Government — Engaged in the Whole Person Care Initiative to support integrated health services.