NAMI Will-Grundy

06/14/2026

Here's What's Happening the Week of June 14th, 2026, at NAMI Will-Grundy!

💚 All groups are confidential, free, and a safe place to talk with others who have been there.
💚 Connection Support is a recovery support group program for adults working on their mental health.
💚 Family Support is for those who love and care for someone living with a mental health condition.

* Sunday, June 14th- Connection Support on Zoom at 6:00pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: https://namiwg.org/calendar/

* Monday, June 15th- Connection & Family Support Groups from 6:00pm-7:30pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church located at 1015 Winthrop Avenue in Joliet.

* Tuesday, June 16th- Connection Support Group from 2:00pm-3:30pm at the Orland Park Living Room located at 16514 106th Court in Orland Park. This is hybrid group. Please call 708.981.3370 for the Zoom link.

* Wednesday, June 17th- Calm & Connected Teen Group and Parent Roundtable from 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Trinity Family Counseling Center located at 2000 Glenwood, Suite #102, in Joliet.

* Thursday, June 18th- Connection & Family Support from 6:00pm-7:30pm at Shepherd of the Hill Lutheran Church located at 925 E. 9th Street in Lockport.

* Friday, June 19th- NAMI Will-Grundy Hang Out from 6:30pm-9:00pm at Messiah Lutheran Church located at 40 Houbolt Road in Joliet. Join us for games, open gym, crafts, snacks & more fun!

Sunday, June 21st- Family Support on Zoom at 4:00pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: https://namiwg.org/calendar/

*Sunday, June 21st- Connection Support on Zoom at 6:00pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: https://namiwg.org/calendar/

Come out and see us this week!

06/11/2026

🚨URGENT MESSAGE🚨
Support Groups for Thursday evening are CANCELED (New Lenox).

Due to the anticipated, severe storms for this evening (Thurs, Jun 11), Connection and Family Support offered at The United Methodist Church of New Lenox are canceled.

If you or a family member are in need of support, please remember to access Mobile Crisis Response through Trinity Services, or visit a Living Room in Orland Park or Joliet.
More information is available on Trinity's website: https://www.trinityservices.org/services-and-supports/crisis-support

You may also access support through NAMI National's Helpline (available by call, text or email). https://www.nami.org/nami-helpline/

Thank you for understanding that our priority is to keep participants and facilitators safe.

Crisis intervention services are provided by Trinity, in partnership with The Hope Institute for Children & Families, throughout Illinois through the Illinois Crisis Prevention Network.

06/11/2026

Thanks to the leadership of Rainbow Scout Reservation (Morris) for inviting us to present Ending the Silence to summer camp staff.

We all have mental health. 💚
You are not alone if you or someone you love is currently living with a mental health concern.

To learn more about Ending the Silence, and how to bring this program to you community, please visit https://namiwg.org/support-and-education/presentations/nami-ending-the-silence/.

06/11/2026

Explore updated resources from NAMI National for kids, teens, and young adults: nami.org/youth

Mental health support starts early.

50% of all mental health conditions begin by age 14—and 75% by age 24. That’s why building mental health literacy in childhood and adolescence is key to lifelong well-being.

Whether you're a young person navigating big emotions, a parent trying to support your child, or a teacher or caregiver looking for tools—you’re not alone.

Explore our updated resources for kids, teens, and young adults: nami.org/youth

06/08/2026

Here's What's Happening the week of June 7th, 2026 at NAMI Will-Grundy!

💙All groups are confidential, free, and a safe place to talk with others who have been there. It's a great way to connect with others who can relate to you. No need to register for in person groups- just attend!
💙Connection Support is a recovery support group for adults living with a mental health condition.
💙Family Support is for those who love and care for someone living with a mental health condition.

* Monday, June 8th- Connection & Family Support Groups from 6:30-8:00pm at Messiah Lutheran Church located at 40 Houbolt Road in Joliet.

* Tuesday, June 9th- Connection Support Group from 2:00-3:30pm at the Orland Park Living Room located at 16514 106th Court in Orland Park. This is hybrid group. Please call 708.981.3370 for the Zoom link.

* Wednesday, June 10th- Connection Support Group from 2:00-3:30pm at the Orland Park Living Room located at 16514 106th Court in Orland Park. This is hybrid group. Please call 708.981.3370 for the Zoom link.

* Thursday, June 11th- Connection & Family Support Groups from 6:00-7:30pm at United Methodist Church of New Lenox located at 339 W. Haven Avenue in New Lenox.

* Friday, June 12th- Conexión & Grupo de Apoyo para Familiares from 7:00-8:30pm at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church located at 205 E Jackson Street in Joliet.

* Sunday, June 14th- Connection Support on Zoom at 6:00pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: https://namiwg.org/calendar/

We hope to see you this week!

06/05/2026

NAMI National offers this helpful resource to family and friends who support someone living with a mental health concern.

Taking a step toward support can feel like a meaningful moment, especially when you’ve been carrying a lot.

The NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine offers a space to talk, ask questions, and connect with someone who understands caregiving from lived experience.

You can reach out in your own time and at your own pace — whether you’re looking for guidance, reassurance, or simply a place to start.

Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), press “4” 📞
Text FAMILY to 62640💬
Explore: nami.org/family

06/02/2026

Know a middle or high school teen?
Tell them about our Calm & Connected group when teens can be themselves without judgement. The group talks about real stuff- stress, friendships, & family drama- all in a safe space. Teens can come chill, connect, and leave feeling a little less alone.

1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month
6-7pm
2000 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 102, Training Room
Joliet

06/02/2026

June is Men's Health Month!
There is often a strong focus on men’s physical health — fitness, annual checkups, and heart health — but mental well-being is equally as important because mental health is health!

Just as the body needs care and attention, so does emotional and mental well-being. Yet, there is a silent crisis in men’s mental health — one that too often goes unnoticed or unspoken. Men are nearly four times more likely to die by su***de than women, underscoring the urgent need to break this silence and seek support.

Small steps to care for mental health can lead to significant change. Let’s build a culture where men feel safe speaking up and reaching out. As a community, we can break the stigma, support one another, and ensure no one struggles in silence.
To see what services are available at NAMI Will-Grundy please visit: https://namiwg.org/