About us

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of McHenry County (NAMI-MC) is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of people who are affected by mental illness.  We offer an array of free programs and services, including self-help groups, family education, community education and advocacy.  NAMI-MC is an affiliate of NAMI, a non-profit organization with more than 210,000 members in all fifty states.

An overview brochure of our resources and a membership application form is available: NAMI-MC Resources

Like many NAMI members, Merna Drewno has direct experience with mental illness.  Her Message is a heartfelt narrative of her son's mental illness, and how it led to founding NAMI-McHenry County.

The NAMI report, Grading the States 2009, assesses the nation's public mental health care system. Illinois gets a D. 

Contact us

If you have questions regarding mental health issues or services, desire more information about our programs or membership, or have an interest in volunteering with NAMI-MC, please contact Cindy at our office: (815) 344-8300, or E-mail cratchford@sbcglobal.net. 

Visit us

Our offices are located at 5320 West Elm Street, McHenry, IL.  Please drop by to say hello and browse our extensive resource library. 

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Whether you or someone you love is affected by mental illness, NAMI can offer you help and hope. Support groups meet monthly to provide friendship and understanding in a caring and sharing atmosphere. Talking with others who have been there can help you develop insight, knowledge and coping skills.

NAMI support and education programs are organized by our volunteer staff who are specially trained and certified. There is no fee to participate.

With NAMI you are not alone.

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If you or a loved one are in a crisis situation, please call the      24 hour McHenry County Crisis Line at 1-800-892-8900  

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