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Mental illness conceptualizations and experiences with seeking treatment were examined with a sample of Latino caregivers (n = 17) who were users of services at the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). We conducted a stability check of the findings with a second sample of caregivers from community venues (n = 15). Following caregivers’ self-reports in standardized measures, the combined sample had elevated levels of depression and comparable levels of familismo (high), stigma (low), and enculturation (high) when compared to samples of Latino adults and/or caregivers. Qualitative analyses indicated that caregivers played key roles in the initiation and retention of mental health services by their relatives. A large portion of caregivers reported that psychiatric crises, family caregiver support, and early positive experiences with services played an important role in successfully engaging Latinos in services. 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