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.
Run For The Mind
September 14, 2024
This 5k run/walk helps us break the stigma associated with youth mental health illness. We are partnering with Serenity House and the Prevention Leadership Team for a 1-mi Color Run!
Learn MoreCharity of the Game
September 27, 2024
Join us for a night of family fun and fundraising at a Chicago Steel Hockey game!
Learn MoreRemembrance Ceremony
October 2024, TBA
Join us for the 8th Annual Remembrance Ceremony in October 2024, TBA. For those who have lost a loved one to suicide
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,
PWFD Level Up – Level 1 (Afternoon)
PWFD Level Up – Level 1 (Afternoon)
Level 1 – If you are unemployed and want to work, join us for a 1-hour weekly workshop to discuss workforce readiness, including resume-building tips, interviewing tips, principles of mental […]
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, […]
8 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
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 […]
2 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 […]
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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 […]
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Hope After Overdose: A Grief Support Group
Hope After Overdose: A Grief Support Group
A warm, supportive group for those grieving a loved one lost to overdose, offering hope and a sense of community. WHEN: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month WHERE: NAMI DuPage, Room […]
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, […]
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
Family to Family – Zoom
Family to Family – Zoom
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 […]
4 events,
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 […]
Teen Support Group
Teen Support Group
NAMI DuPage is proud to offer a free peer support group for high school teens dealing with mental health issues. Co-led by a NAMI peer leader and a clinician, this […]
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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 […]
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5 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: […]
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, […]
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
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,
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Social Media: Friend or Foe – Workshop for Parents & Teens
Social Media: Friend or Foe – Workshop for Parents & Teens
Social Media: Friend or Foe - A workshop for parents and teens! Don't let social media control you! Flip the switch on social media's effect on your mental health with […]
9 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,
Hope After Overdose: A Grief Support Group
Hope After Overdose: A Grief Support Group
A warm, supportive group for those grieving a loved one lost to overdose, offering hope and a sense of community. WHEN: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month WHERE: NAMI DuPage, Room […]
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, […]
6 events,
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 […]
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
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 […]
2 events,
Pathways to Hope Conference
Pathways to Hope Conference
Pathways to Hope offers communities the chance to build a grassroots’ movement by engaging NAMI members, faith communities, mental health providers and other influential community partners. This conference brings people […]
1 event,
Pathways to Hope Conference
Pathways to Hope Conference
Pathways to Hope offers communities the chance to build a grassroots’ movement by engaging NAMI members, faith communities, mental health providers and other influential community partners. This conference brings people […]
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6 events,
Family to Family – Glen Ellyn
Family to Family – Glen Ellyn
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 […]
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,
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
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 […]
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Latest News
A New Addition to NAMI DuPage
Eric Metcalf, NAMI DuPage’s Director of Peer Support Services, describes his work with NAMI as more than a job, he says it’s a calling. Years ago, Eric believed that he was bound to enter the world of business, but has instead found himself in the role of peer...
Activities Returning In-person
GOOD NEWS! We are adjusting for most activities to be back in-person! Some Support Groups will remain virtual. Please check your program’s page for current information! Click HERE to see what’s happening this week! Find this document every week on our homepage, under...
Annual Membership Meeting 2022
Thanks for joining us! We ratified the slate of officers, introduced new board members, recognized volunteers, and hosted a presentation on “Updates in Mental Health Law.” We are very excited about the upcoming year with our slated officers: Jana Cronin, President;...