NAMI of Lake County hosts a General Meeting once per month that highlight topics that interest the membership as a whole, discusses upcoming events, important legislation, etc. NAMI of Lake County also hosts one Support Group each month. NAMI of Lake County Board Meetings are held once per month as well.
GENERAL MEETING
Once a month, NAMI of Lake County hosts a general education meeting
that highlights a topic of interest to a wide variety of people. All
meeting dates and topics are announced in the NAMI of Lake County
e-newsletter and on the web site.
All meetings are FREE and open to the public. Families, friends, consumers and those interested in learning more about mental illness, treatment and recovery are welcome to attend. Refreshments provided.
WHEN: All meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month.
TIME: 7:00 PM
LOCATION: 1730 Washington St., Waukegan, IL 60085, Basement level, Parking available.
SUPPORT GROUP
SCHEDULE
A NAMI Support Meeting is an ongoing support structure for
families and those with a neurobiological brain disorder based on the
10 Principles of Support. These meetings provide participants with an
opportunity to reinforce coping skills, to seek emotional support and
receive practical help from others who have "been there". Experienced
members facilitate the meetings and guide the efforts of individuals to
help themselves by exploring problem-solving techniques. The goal of a
NAMI support meeting is to provide a place to confront fears, to be
validated, to laugh, and to learn and practice skills related to
dealing with real-life issues. People learn that they are not alone.
Hearing the stories of others and sharing information and resources
also gives people a chance to be helpful to others. In the support
meeting, people make a difference by showing up, by sharing and by
listening. Regular attendance is not required. Come to a NAMI support
meeting one time or every time. Our doors are always open and you do
not need to be a NAMI of Lake County member to join a support
group.
- NAMI Connections Peer Support Group.
Where: College of Lake County, 19351 W Washington St, Room D209 D Wing, Grayslake
When: Every Wednesday, 6:00 PM
- NAMI Connections Peer Support Group.
Where: Lake County Health Department, 3002 Grand Avenue, ATP entrance, Great Room, Waukegan
When: Second and Fourth Fridays, 7:00 PM
- Support for parents
of school age children (0-18) with a brain disorder (depression,
bipolar disorder, OCD, etc.).
Where: Gracepoint Church 1221 W. Maple Ave. Mundelein, IL (Rte. 176 west of Midlothian)
When: Last Thursday of the month, 7:00 PM
Facilitators: Donna DeKruif & Vickie Kukulski
- NAMI Family & Friends Support Group
Where: Gurnee Village Hall
325 N O'Plaine Rd (1 block N of Washington)
Gurnee, IL
When: Second Tuesday, 7:00 PM
Facilitators: Carol
BOARD MEETINGS
The NAMI of Lake County board meetings are held on
Saturdays each month. Board meetings are open and volunteers are welcome to attend! Please let us know if you are interested in visiting or joining the board; no experience necessary.
Board Members: |
Lisa Johnson |
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