LEVEL 1 Individuals will work with our Work Readiness Team to determine their background in terms of education, skill sets, and other capabilities. The Workforce Development (WFD) Team mentor will match individual participants to the employment area most suited to the participant’s goals, skills, and preferences. Job mentors will help place individuals in community employment […]
The Living Room is a peer-led non-clinical alternative to the traditional emergency room for those experiencing a mental health crisis. A visit to the Living Room provides the guest a safe and calm atmosphere where he or she can talk through and de-escalate the crisis, develop a plan to manage symptoms and receive resource information. […]
LEVEL 1 Individuals will work with our Work Readiness Team to determine their background in terms of education, skill sets, and other capabilities. The Workforce Development (WFD) Team mentor will match individual participants to the employment area most suited to the participant’s goals, skills, and preferences. Job mentors will help place individuals in community employment […]
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 challenging and isolating. Our dual diagnosis support group allows members to share frustrations and successes, and helps people find the best community resources and tips […]
Family Walk-In Support Our Family Walk-In Support is for Parents and Family Members of adults 18+ with a mental health condition. No appointment needed. WHERE: NAMI DuPage Living Room at Linda A Kurzawa Community Center 117 N. County Farm Rd. Wheaton, IL 60187 WHEN: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
The Living Room is a peer-led non-clinical alternative to the traditional emergency room for those experiencing a mental health crisis. A visit to the Living Room provides the guest a safe and calm atmosphere where he or she can talk through and de-escalate the crisis, develop a plan to manage symptoms and receive resource information. […]
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
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 NAMI DuPage. Room: Community Center Dining Area
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 led by NAMI-trained facilitators. This group meets both in-person and online via Zoom; we hope to see you there! Join us beforehand at 5:30 pm […]
NAMI DuPage’s Family Support Group welcomes people who have family members or loved ones living with a mental health condition. Led by trained NAMI facilitators who are going through similar experiences, we hope you will feel encouraged by talking openly about your challenges and by learning from shared experiences from other participants. Meeting Address: NAMI […]
The Emerging Young Adult Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for young adults ages 18 - 26 living with a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, in groups led by NAMI-trained facilitators. This group meets only in-person. We hope to see you there! WHEN: […]
Orientations are held weekly on Thursdays at 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM for one hour via Zoom. New volunteers are required to attend one session of your choice. You will learn about the mission and values of NAMI DuPage, its history, our Programs and Services, and the many ways to volunteer within our organization. Registration […]