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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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 […]
4 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,
NAMI Conexión Grupo de Apoyo y Recuperación
NAMI Conexión Grupo de Apoyo y Recuperación
NAMI Conexión Grupo de Apoyo y Recuperación es un grupo de apoyo para personas que viven con enfermedades de salud mental en el que las personas aprenden de las experiencias de […]
NEW TIME! Creative Card Class
NEW TIME! Creative Card Class
Get creative with us on the first Friday of each month and design stunning, one-of-a-kind cards for every special occasion! Let your imagination flow as you craft beautiful keepsakes to […]
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6 events,
Family to Family – Virtual
Family to Family – Virtual
Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class. Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved […]
3 events,
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 […]
Family Support Group (Naperville)
Family Support Group (Naperville)
PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF NEW MEETING DAYS STARTING NOVEMBER 2024. NAMI DuPage’s Family Support Group welcomes people who have family members or loved ones living with a mental health condition. […]
5 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 […]
6 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
Family to Family – Downers Grove
Family to Family – Downers Grove
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
1 event,
1 event,
NAMI Grupo de Apoyo para Familiares
NAMI Grupo de Apoyo para Familiares
NAMI Grupo de Apoyo para Familiares es un grupo de apoyo para personas que tienen familiares o seres queridos con una enfermedad de salud mental, donde los miembros de la familia […]
0 events,
5 events,
Family to Family – Virtual
Family to Family – Virtual
Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class. Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved […]
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 […]
Family to Family – Darien
Family to Family – Darien
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
5 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 […]
6 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
Family to Family – Downers Grove
Family to Family – Downers Grove
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
1 event,
0 events,
0 events,
5 events,
4 events,
Family to Family – Darien
Family to Family – Darien
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
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,
Virtual Teen Workshop – That’s Not Who I See in the Mirror: Body Dysmorphia
Virtual Teen Workshop – That’s Not Who I See in the Mirror: Body Dysmorphia
Most people worry about how they look at some point. Sometimes obsessing over their weight, their make-up, or a particular body part. But when does worry cross the line and […]
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
8 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
Family to Family – Downers Grove
Family to Family – Downers Grove
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
1 event,
0 events,
0 events,
5 events,
Family to Family – Virtual
Family to Family – Virtual
Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class. Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved […]
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 […]
Family to Family – Darien
Family to Family – Darien
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
7 events,
Volunteer Orientation AM
Volunteer Orientation AM
Morning Volunteer Orientation for Volunteer and Interns. Register: Click HERE
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,
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
Family to Family – Downers Grove
Family to Family – Downers Grove
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
1 event,
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