News & Events
What’s New At NAMI DuPage!
Check out the latest news & upcoming events happening at NAMI DuPage! Whether you need information about an upcoming event, or are curious about our latest informational blog post, we are so excited for the interest from our community to get involved with mental health awareness. If you have any questions, or can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us at (630) 752-0066.
Events Calendar
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(ON HOLD) Virtual Game Night
(ON HOLD) Virtual Game Night
We apologize for any inconvenience. Our Game Night is on hold. Please keep checking our calendar for updated information! 1st Monday: Trivia 2nd Monday: Bingo 3rd Monday: Jeopardy 4th Monday: […]
4 events,
Virtual Art Together
Virtual Art Together
Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. This event is online, […]
Teen Talk Forum
Teen Talk Forum
TEEN TALK FORUM A spin-off of “Ending the Silence,” this group is just for high school teens like you! It’s a safe and welcoming space where you can freely talk […]
6 events,
Drop-In Center
Drop-In Center
Join us for pizza, conversation, casual games and more. Drop-in occurs right before Wednesday night Support Groups and Craft-tastic! Room: Multipurpose Room 161
Craft-tastic!
Craft-tastic!
Come join us for a fantastic time creating crafts! Our facilitators will have new and fun ideas each time you meet. Craft items needed for projects will be supplied by […]
5 events,
In-Person Bingo
In-Person Bingo
Join us for an hour of morning Bingo, held in person at the Community Center. Room: Community Center Dining Area
NAMI Connections Support Group (Online Only)
NAMI Connections Support Group (Online Only)
NAMI Connections is a free, peer-led support group for adults living with a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, in groups […]
3 events,
Grupo de soporte de conexiones NAMI – (solo en línea)
Grupo de soporte de conexiones NAMI – (solo en línea)
Virtual y en español, organizado por NAMI Illinois. En línea a través de Zoom: Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre cómo unirse
Teen Stress Relief Workshop – Downers Grove Library
Teen Stress Relief Workshop – Downers Grove Library
Why do we get stressed? What causes stress? This workshop will discuss these big questions, give tips on managing stress, and walk participants through a guided meditation. WHEN: May 3, 2024 […]
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Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Where: Christ Church of Oak Brook When: May 4, 2024 Time: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM COST: FREE Register HERE We will take registrations until the day before or until […]
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8 events,
Creative Card Making
Creative Card Making
Join us on the first and third Mondays of the month to create beautiful cards for every occasion! WHERE: Community Center Dining Area WHEN: 1st and 3rd Mondays of the […]
4 events,
Virtual Art Together
Virtual Art Together
Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. This event is online, […]
Dual Diagnosis Support Group
Dual Diagnosis Support Group
Millions of Americans live with a “dual diagnosis,” which means they live with a mental health condition and a substance use disorder simultaneously. Coping with a dual diagnosis can feel […]
6 events,
Drop-In Center
Drop-In Center
Join us for pizza, conversation, casual games and more. Drop-in occurs right before Wednesday night Support Groups and Craft-tastic! Room: Multipurpose Room 161
Craft-tastic!
Craft-tastic!
Come join us for a fantastic time creating crafts! Our facilitators will have new and fun ideas each time you meet. Craft items needed for projects will be supplied by […]
7 events,
In-Person Bingo
In-Person Bingo
Join us for an hour of morning Bingo, held in person at the Community Center. Room: Community Center Dining Area
1 event,
2 events,
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Where: Living Room - LaGrange When: May 11, 2024 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM COST: FREE Register HERE We will take registrations until the day before or until the […]
Grupo de apoyo familiar NAMI (solo en línea)
Grupo de apoyo familiar NAMI (solo en línea)
En español y en línea, vía Zoom. Organizado por NAMI Illinois. Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre cómo unirse.
0 events,
6 events,
Virtual Teen Workshop – Body Dysmorphia
Virtual Teen Workshop – Body Dysmorphia
Body dysmorphia is when you have an obsessive focus on a perceived flaw in appearance. The flaw may be minor or imagined, but the person may spend hours a day […]
4 events,
LGBTQ+ Connection Support Group
LGBTQ+ Connection Support Group
NAMI DuPage hosts an in-person connection and recovery support group for the LGBTQ+ community, for any adult (18+) living with a mental health condition. Members of the LGBTQ+ population face […]
Virtual Art Together
Virtual Art Together
Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. This event is online, […]
7 events,
Drop-In Center
Drop-In Center
Join us for pizza, conversation, casual games and more. Drop-in occurs right before Wednesday night Support Groups and Craft-tastic! Room: Multipurpose Room 161
Mental Health Essentials – Roselle
Mental Health Essentials – Roselle
Learn how to spot signs and symptoms of mental health conditions, howt to help someone connect to appropriate people and resources, and how to help lower stigma surrounding metnal health. […]
7 events,
Grupo de soporte de conexiones NAMI – (solo en línea)
Grupo de soporte de conexiones NAMI – (solo en línea)
Virtual y en español, organizado por NAMI Illinois. En línea a través de Zoom: Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre cómo unirse
In-Person Bingo
In-Person Bingo
Join us for an hour of morning Bingo, held in person at the Community Center. Room: Community Center Dining Area
SSDI with Attorney Jeff Rabin – Webinar
SSDI with Attorney Jeff Rabin – Webinar
Learn about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) with Attorney Jeff Rabin. WHEN: May 16, 2024 TIME: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM REGISTER HERE
1 event,
3 events,
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Adult Mental Health First Aid
WHEN: May 18, 2024 TIME: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM WHERE: Christ Church of Oak Brook COST: FREE REGISTER HERE We will take registrations until the day before the event […]
Adult Mental Health First Aid – LaGrange
Adult Mental Health First Aid – LaGrange
WHEN: May 18, 2024 TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM WHERE: The Living Room - LaGrange COST: FREE REGISTER HERE We will take registrations until the day before the event […]
Family and Friends Seminar – Downers Grove
Family and Friends Seminar – Downers Grove
NAMI Family & Friends is a FREE 2.5-hour seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to support them best. It’s also an opportunity […]
0 events,
8 events,
Creative Card Making
Creative Card Making
Join us on the first and third Mondays of the month to create beautiful cards for every occasion! WHERE: Community Center Dining Area WHEN: 1st and 3rd Mondays of the […]
6 events,
Virtual Art Together
Virtual Art Together
Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. This event is online, […]
Dual Diagnosis Support Group
Dual Diagnosis Support Group
Millions of Americans live with a “dual diagnosis,” which means they live with a mental health condition and a substance use disorder simultaneously. Coping with a dual diagnosis can feel […]
8 events,
Virtual Teen Workshop – Relationships
Virtual Teen Workshop – Relationships
WHEN: May 22, 2024 WHERE: Zoom TIME: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM REGISTER HERE For more information, please contact Leigh Nelson, Director of Youth Services, at [email protected]
Drop-In Center
Drop-In Center
Join us for pizza, conversation, casual games and more. Drop-in occurs right before Wednesday night Support Groups and Craft-tastic! Room: Multipurpose Room 161
5 events,
In-Person Bingo
In-Person Bingo
Join us for an hour of morning Bingo, held in person at the Community Center. Room: Community Center Dining Area
NAMI Connections Support Group (Online Only)
NAMI Connections Support Group (Online Only)
NAMI Connections is a free, peer-led support group for adults living with a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, in groups […]
1 event,
0 events,
0 events,
3 events,
(ON HOLD) Virtual Game Night
(ON HOLD) Virtual Game Night
We apologize for any inconvenience. Our Game Night is on hold. Please keep checking our calendar for updated information! 1st Monday: Trivia 2nd Monday: Bingo 3rd Monday: Jeopardy 4th Monday: […]
Meditation
Meditation
Join us every Monday for Yoga, led by instructors from Prairie Yoga. In the evening, stay for a meditation session following yoga. Both of these sessions will help you rebalance […]
4 events,
LGBTQ+ Connection Support Group
LGBTQ+ Connection Support Group
NAMI DuPage hosts an in-person connection and recovery support group for the LGBTQ+ community, for any adult (18+) living with a mental health condition. Members of the LGBTQ+ population face […]
Virtual Art Together
Virtual Art Together
Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. This event is online, […]
9 events,
Drop-In Center
Drop-In Center
Join us for pizza, conversation, casual games and more. Drop-in occurs right before Wednesday night Support Groups and Craft-tastic! Room: Multipurpose Room 161
6 events,
Grupo de apoyo familiar NAMI (solo en línea)
Grupo de apoyo familiar NAMI (solo en línea)
En español y en línea, vía Zoom. Organizado por NAMI Illinois. Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre cómo unirse.
In-Person Bingo
In-Person Bingo
Join us for an hour of morning Bingo, held in person at the Community Center. Room: Community Center Dining Area
1 event,
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Winter Appeal – 2023
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Fall Appeal – 2023
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Spring Gala 2023
Dear Friend, We hope you are having a happy and healthy start to 2023. We at NAMI DuPage work tirelessly to support the community's mental health needs, reaching nearly 20,000 individuals annually. On May 6, we will come together for our Shine a Light Gala at the...