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About us
T he
National Alliance on Mental
Illness of McHenry County (NAMI-MC) is a
non-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to
improving the lives of people who are affected by
mental illness.
NAMI-MC offers an array of free services
including self-help groups, family education,
community education and advocacy. NAMI-MC is an affiliate of NAMI
(National Alliance on Mental Illness). NAMI
is 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, our president, Merna Drewno,
has direct experience with mental
illness.
Her
President's Message is a heartfelt narrative
of her first son's mental illness, and how it led to
becoming involved with NAMI.
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 call our helpline at
(815) 444-9991, or E-mail Cindy at our office
cratchford@sbcglobal.net.
Visit us
Our offices are located at 333 Commerce Drive, Suite
900A, in
Crystal Lake, 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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Highlights
AWARENESS WALK
Our annual
walk will be held on Saturday, October 4, in
Crystal Lake at Veteran Acres Park.
Please consider walking with us,
volunteering to work on the date of the
walk, or supporting our volunteer programs
through your contributions and sponsorships.
Call 815-444-9991 for more
information.
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
Help support our programs by becoming a
member of NAMI. As a member, you also have
access to NAMI national and local resources,
including newsletters and our library.
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Are
you interested in becoming a NAMI teacher or
presenter? Call 815-444-9991 for more
information
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