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.
Upcoming Events
Shine A Light Gala
May 6, 2023
This dinner and live auction event takes place at the Naperville Marriott on May 6, 2023, and we are so excited for you to join us! Your support enables us to provide quality mental health programs to parents and families of individuals with mental illness.
Learn MoreRun For The Mind
June 10, 2023
This 5k run/walk helps us break the stigma associated with youth mental health illness.
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Family-to-Family Educational Course (Online)
Family-to-Family Educational Course (Online)
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course designed specifically for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones living with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
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Creative Card Making
Creative Card Making
Learn how to design traditional greeting cards. 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays of the month. 11:45am-12:35pm.
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Jewelry Jam
Jewelry Jam
Join us for this in-person event, occurring every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, to learn how to create beautiful pieces of jewelry. Room: Community Center Dining Area
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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
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Family and Friends Support Group (Oak Brook – Faith-Based)
Family and Friends Support Group (Oak Brook – Faith-Based)
NAMI DuPage’s faith-based Family and Friends Support Group welcomes people who have family members or loved ones living with a mental health condition. Led by trained NAMI facilitators who are […]
Family and Friends Support Group (Naperville)
Family and Friends Support Group (Naperville)
NAMI DuPage’s Family and Friends 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 […]
2 events,
Family-to-Family Educational Course (Online)
Family-to-Family Educational Course (Online)
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course designed specifically for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones living 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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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Parent Support Group
Parent Support Group
Our parent support groups are for parents with children (under the age of 18) who are living with a mental health condition. Join us to hear real successes from real […]
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Family-to-Family Educational Course (Online)
Family-to-Family Educational Course (Online)
Family-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course designed specifically for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones living with a mental illness. The course is taught […]
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 […]
7 events,
Creative Card Making
Creative Card Making
Learn how to design traditional greeting cards, every 1st, 3rd and (occasional) 5th Wednesdays of the month. Room: Community Center Dining Area
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 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
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NAMI DuPage & Goodwill Workforce – Virtual Employment Workshops
NAMI DuPage & Goodwill Workforce – Virtual Employment Workshops
Virtual Workshops presented by NAMI DuPage & Goodwill Workforce. See the below schedule of workshop topics: December 19, 2022 – Behavioral Interview Questions January 23, 2023 – Transferable Skills February […]
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Virtual Art Together
Virtual Art Together
Bring your creative brain and join us for a variety of art activities. Room: This event is online, and you can register through Zoom here.
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
NAMI Connections Support Group
NAMI Connections Support Group
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 […]
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
WRAP Classes
WRAP Classes
Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Classes NAMI DuPage is pleased to offer the 8-week WRAP to individuals living with a mental health condition and continue building their knowledge and confidence […]
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Youth Mental Health First Aid – 3/25/23, LaGrange
Youth Mental Health First Aid – 3/25/23, LaGrange
Where: Community Wellness Center 4731 Willow Springs Rd. La Grange, IL 60525 When: March 25, 2023 Time: 9 AM - 5 PM Register HERE. We will take registrations up until […]
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Parent Support Group
Parent Support Group
Our parent support groups are for parents with children (under the age of 18) who are living with a mental health condition. Join us to hear real successes from real […]
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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. Room: This event is online, and you can register through Zoom here.
9 events,
Creative Card Making
Creative Card Making
Learn how to design traditional greeting cards, every 1st, 3rd and (occasional) 5th Wednesdays of the month. Room: Community Center Dining Area
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
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