This support group is designed to balance recovery from a mental illness with life at college or work.  Focus is on the challenges that come with balancing the everyday pressures of work or college life and living with a diagnosed mental illness.

What to Expect

This free group is led by trained individuals who understand your daily challenges and can offer you encouragement and support.  All groups are confidential – you can share as much or as little personal information as you feel comfortable with.

Group caters to ages ranging from early college years up to any age individual in any profession or career, including those seeking to get back into their career or school.
Gain from the advice of others on how to deal with the balance of mental health and your professional future.

Online Balance for Success Support Group

NAMI CCNS, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Cook County North Suburban, is a local affiliate of NAMI, the Nation’s Voice on Mental Illness.   Visit us at www.namiccns.org

Upcoming | Events, Classes & Support Groups

Calendar

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NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE & IN-PERSON (Saturdays @ 9AM)

Date Mar 14, 2026 Time 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE & IN-PERSON (Saturdays @ 9AM)

It gives family members of those who have a loved one with a mental health…

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Grief and Loss Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @10AM)

Date Mar 14, 2026 Time 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Grief and Loss Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @10AM)

This group provides a space for participants to find healthy ways of remembering and honoring…

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NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @ 4PM)

Date Mar 14, 2026 Time 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm

NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Saturdays @ 4PM)

About the Support Group Knowing that others have similar experience is a relief to individuals…

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NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 4PM)

Date Mar 16, 2026 Time 10:00 pm - 11:30 pm

NAMI Connection Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 4PM)

About the Support Group Knowing that others have similar experience is a relief to individuals…

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