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Our Mission

TAC’s mission is to eliminate the barriers to timely and effective treatment of severe mental illness (SMI) through advocacy, public education, and support for individuals and families affected by SMI. 

Our History & Values

Find Help & SMI Resources

Welcome to our SMI community of individuals, families, and loved ones affected by severe mental illness. Reach out to our Helpline team or check out our helpful resources developed specifically for you.

Our SMI Community

Our treatment system for mental illness is broken. We are building a movement so our loved ones with SMI get the focus, funds, and access to evidence-based care that they deserve. There are many fronts – be a part of the movement in the way that works for you.

SMI Evidence & Research Fixing the System

Learn about Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT)

Assisted outpatient treatment, or AOT, is court-supervised care designed to keep people engaged with treatment if they have previously been unable to do so. AOT can be lifesaving.

What is AOT?Join our Learning Network

Media & News Resources

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A silhouette of a person sitting down and leaning over against the backdrop of jail bars.
June 27, 2025 by TAC
My son needed care, the system waited for a crime

By Anonymous in Texas My son is a gentle and kind soul. When he is stable on his medication, he is my friend, and he always looks out for his […]

 Hospital Access Hospitalization
Read Post My son needed care, the system waited for a crime
Close up picture of a doctor's hands writing on a clipboard, while a patient's hands gesture with open palms.
June 17, 2025 by TAC
Patient-centered care that fails the patient

By Anonymous in Washington state Author’s note: names and identifying details have been changed. My wife – the person I pledged to stick with through sickness and health, and always […]

 Mental Healthcare Reform Personally Speaking
Read Post Patient-centered care that fails the patient
The author Andrew Wilson smiling looking up at the camera.
June 9, 2025 by TAC
Trapped in psychosis, unseen by the system

By Andrew Wilson As I sat alone, the voices in my head grew louder — a relentless cacophony of negativity and doubt, weaving a narrative of impending doom. They predicted […]

 Anosognosia AOT
Read Post Trapped in psychosis, unseen by the system

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You can support our work financially in many ways. Learn more about how your gift can help.

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Become an Advocate

Join our network of advocates working within our communities to push for better SMI laws and policies.

Ways to Advocate