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.
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.

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.
Media & News Resources
By Dr. Xavier Amador The holidays have a way of stirring up memories — of what our families used to look like, of traditions we cherish, and of the years […]
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SMI Research Digest is a monthly publication from TAC’s Public Education and Research (PER) team that summarizes recently published research on topics related to severe mental illness (SMI). This month we […]
Research Digest
Support Our Work
Make a Donation
You can support our work financially in many ways. Learn more about how your gift can help.
Become an Advocate
Join our network of advocates working within our communities to push for better SMI laws and policies.