NAMI Chicago

10/12/2026

🌿 Today, we honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day!

At NAMI Chicago, we celebrate healing traditions, resilience, and culturally grounded care that centers people's lived experience, identities, and connection to land and spirit.

If you're in the Chicagoland area looking for ways to commemorate this occasion then head over to Block Club Chicago: 🔗 https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/10/08/how-to-celebrate-indigenous-peoples-day-in-chicago/

10/10/2026

Today is —a gentle reminder to slow down and check in with ourselves and others. Every step and every breakthrough, matters!

Mental health is journey, so whether you’re in the process of recovery or in the midst of helping a loved one, know that you’re not alone. Reach out when you need. Swipe to see how NAMI Chicago help.💚💙🧠✨

10/09/2026

Huge thanks to Pause, for inviting us to be part of your 🌿 community opening! Our Engagement team had the pleasure of experiencing Pause before they officially open their doors. We shared mental health resources and experienced an exclusive wellness perfume-making and sound-bath experience.

If you're looking for the all-in-one spot for wellness, recovery, and community, then stop by 📍 Pause in Old Town.

10/08/2026

Run for something bigger with Team NAMI Chicago!

As runners get ready to take on the Chicago Marathon this weekend, applications are now open for the 2027 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Turn every mile into an opportunity by helping us raise awareness and funds to support people affected by mental illness.

Apply today: https://namichicago.org/marathon2027/

10/08/2026

While CARE is a sorely needed service and a critical part of Chicago’s mental health crisis response, it’s still falling far short of its potential.

Read more about our recommendations for strengthening CARE and reimagining how we respond to people experiencing crisis in this letter: https://namichicago.org/blog/letters-chicagos-crisis-assistance-response-and-engagement-program-isnt-a-success-but-it-can-be/

10/03/2026

Eat Happy. 🫶 Give Back.

Join NAMI Chicago’s Associate Board and Mendocino Farms for a special fundraiser on 📅 Thursday, October 8 at the 📍 River North location, 508 N. Clark Street from 2 pm to close.

You can also order online for pickup or delivery using the promo code “GIVEBACK”!

30% 💚 of all proceeds will go towards supporting our mission to educate, advocate, and support those on their mental health journey.

10/01/2026

GREAT 💚 NEWS!

NAMI Chicago welcomes the restoration of specialized LGBTQ+ crisis services through the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline’s “Press 3” option.

Special thanks to Raja Krishnamoorthi, The Trevor Project, Equality Illinois, and the many advocates, providers, and young people who supported the push for the "Press 3" option. https://namichicago.org/blog/restoration-of-988-lgbtq-crisis-services/

09/30/2026

Strong doesn't mean silent, 💚 those who do protect us need protection too!

Join the 25th District Council for a conversation about how policing impacts both officers and the communities they serve.

The panel will feature Laney Chace, Senior Manager of Clinical Support at NAMI Chicago, and Jermaine Harris, 11th District Field Lieutenant with the Chicago Police Department.

📆 When: Tomorrow, Thurs, Oct. 1
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Bethel New Life - 1150 N Lamon Ave

Register 🔗 here: https://namichicago.org/calendar-events/wellness-when-servng-the-community-a-conversation-on-police-officers-mental-health-and-wellness/

09/29/2026

The Beyond Crisis Summit was just the beginning — and now the work is moving forward.

We’ve released the Beyond Crisis Summit Report, capturing what more than 300 people with lived experience, providers, advocates, policymakers, and community leaders identified as key opportunities to better support people experiencing repeated cycles of mental health crisis.

The report looks at where our current systems fall short, what stronger community-based support could look like, and the ideas that will help inform the Coalition’s work ahead.

If you care about how Chicago can better support people before, during, and after a mental health crisis, we hope you’ll take a look.

Read the report: 🔗 https://namichicago.org/policy-reports/

09/28/2026

Support starts with a conversation. 💛 YOU are not alone.

Our Chief Program Officer, Jasmine Watkins, spoke with ABC 7 Chicago's Samantha Chatman to talk about su***de prevention, including signs, interventions, and the value of connection for those experiencing a crisis.

Dr. Wallace and Monique Pollard also joined Chatman to remember Landon Wallace, also known as DJ Commando, and share tips for parents and loved ones of individuals who are struggling.

Watch it here: https://abc7chicago.com/post/chicago-dr-lance-wallace-father-landon-known-dj-commando-shares-story-during-su***de-prevention-month-2026/19877872/

If you or someone you know is struggling, please 📱call or text #988 anytime, day or night. Be sure to check in with family and friends. Ask how they're really doing, and listen without judgement. ***dePreventionMonth

The father of Landon Wallace, known by many around Chicago as DJ Commando, has said he's not afraid to talk about how his son died.