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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.
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5 events,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 […] 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 […] |
3 events,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 […] NAMI DuPage is pleased to offer the 8-week WRAP to individuals who have been living with a mental health condition and continue to build their knowledge and confidence in their […] 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 […] |
7 events,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 […] 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 […] 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 |
7 events,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 […] 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 […] |
2 events,Take a creative break at the end of your week! This monthly class is all about enjoying simple, relaxing paper projects like handmade cards, little gift boxes, and easy 3D […] 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 […] |
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2 events,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 […] 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 […] |
3 events,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 […] The Suicide Loss Support Group meets for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meeting Address: NAMI DuPage Linda A Kurzawa Community Center 117 N County Farm Road […] NAMI DuPage offers an in-person LGBTQ+ Support Group for adults (18+) living with a mental health condition. This welcoming, confidential space provides an opportunity to connect with others who share […] |
7 events,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 […] 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 […] 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 |
7 events,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 […] 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 […] |
1 event,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 […] |
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6 events,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 […] 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 […] |
3 events,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 […] 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 […] 
Para padres y cuidadores cuyos hijos jovenes pueden estar teniendo dificultades con su bienestar emocional. Facilitado por un equipo de padres/jovenes. ¡Un tema diferente cada mes! Algunos ejemplos de temas […] |
7 events,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 […] 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 […] 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 |
8 events,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 […] 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 […] |
1 event,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 […] |
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8 events,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 […] 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 […] |
3 events,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 […] The Suicide Loss Support Group meets for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meeting Address: NAMI DuPage Linda A Kurzawa Community Center 117 N County Farm Road […] NAMI DuPage offers an in-person LGBTQ+ Support Group for adults (18+) living with a mental health condition. This welcoming, confidential space provides an opportunity to connect with others who share […] |
7 events,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 […] 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 […] 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 |
9 events,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 […] 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 […] |
1 event,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 […] |
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7 events,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 […] 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 […] |
2 events,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 […] 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 […] |
7 events,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 […] 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 […] 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 |
7 events,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 […] 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 […] |
2 events,Take a creative break at the end of your week! This monthly class is all about enjoying simple, relaxing paper projects like handmade cards, little gift boxes, and easy 3D […] 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 […] |
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