NAMI Will-Grundy

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

⚠️ New Program Alert ⚠️

🗓 June 20, June 27, July 11
📍 2000 Glenwood Ave. Joliet

Compartiendo Esperanza is a three-session series that explores the journey of mental wellness in Hispanic/Latinx communities through dialogue, storytelling and a guided discussion on the following topics:

💚 Youth and Mental Wellness: “Sanando Juntos”/“Healing Together”
💚 Community Leaders and Mental Wellness: “Las Raíces de Nuestra Sanación”/“The Roots of Our Healing”
💚 Latinx Families and Mental Wellness: “La Mesa”/“The Table”

Learn more, and register today, at https://namiwg.org/support-and-education/presentations/nami-compartiendo-esperanza/.

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/

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

📢Join us tonight for Supper & Support for fun, fellowship, and food!
🍜Dinner is served at 5pm
🫶Connection & Family Support start at 6:30pm

👉We'll see you at Messiah Lutheran Church located at 40 Houbolt Road in Joliet.

05/31/2026

Here's What's Happening the week of May 31st, 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.

* Sunday, May 31st- Connection Support on Zoom at 6:00pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: https://namiwg.org/calendar/

* Monday, June 1st- Connection & Family Support Groups from 6:30-8:00pm at Messiah Lutheran Church located at 40 Houbolt Road in Joliet.

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

* Wednesday, June 3rd- Calm & Collected Group from 6:00-7:00pm at the Trinity Family Counseling Center located at 2000 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 102, in Joliet. Registration is encouraged at [email protected] or [email protected]. Walk-ins are also welcomed. This supportive group is open to middle school and high school age teens to chat, create & connect.

*Wednesday, June 3rd- Volunteer Meeting from 6:00-7:00pm on Zoom or In person at Westminster Presbyterian Church located at 1015 Winthrop Avenue in Joliet. Come find out how you can get involved with NAMI Will-Grundy!

* Thursday, June 4th- Connection & Family Support Groups from 6:00-7:30pm at the Joliet Living Room located at 2000 Glenwood Avenue in Joliet.

* Sunday, June 7th- 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 either in person or on Zoom!

05/30/2026

👀 Eye spy TWO of NAMI Will-Grundy's FINEST amongst those representing Illinois affiliates at NAMICon in Atlanta this week! 👀

Today members of our NAMI Illinois alliance gathered at to meet new colleagues, share ideas, and grow relationships between affiliates. Thank you to all who joined us!
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