We promoted Food for Hungry Families, and Mental illness Awareness at the NAMI walkathon at Jones Beach. Our new partner, Long Island Cares,  brought their truck and picked up the  food donated by
over 1500 walkers. This food will be distributed to their network of almost 600 food pantries.I spoke at the walkathon about Neil’s courage and how thankful I am that his former school helped me start http://www.neilswheelsny.com.
Greg Barber
Co-Founder
Neil’s Wheels NY
Food For Hungry Families
Mental Illness Awareness

WHAT A FABULOUS WALK DAY! May 15 2011 Jones Beach NYDespite the threat of a rainy day, thousands came out to support NAMIWalks and we are so grateful! We enjoyed a wonderful gathering for mental health awareness that included face painting, Dora the Explorer, Zumba Fitness, Neil's Wheels, Sunrise Premiums, and Joey Pants!We are continuing to fundraise and are so close to reaching our goal. Our online system will accept donations for the next 60 days! Thank you so very much for your support of this important community effort.
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Mental illness is a serious medical illness that affects one in four families.  The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness.  
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI has over 1,100 affiliates in communities across the country who engage in advocacy, research, support and education. Members of NAMI are families, friends and people living with mental illnesses such as major depression,  schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and borderline personality disorder.  Many NAMI affiliates offer an array of support and education programs for families and consumers. For information about what is available in your community, contact your local affiliat.
NAMI's support and public education efforts are focused on educating America about mental illness, offering resources to those in need and insisting that mental illness become a high national priority.