NAMI National Resources
General Mental Health Resources, NAMI CCNS Resource Center, NAMI IL Hospital Guide, Podcasts, Advocacy at NAMI
We strive to provide the most up to date information on crisis resources in the Chicagoland area. If you know of a crisis resource that is not listed below, please notify us by emailing [email protected].
NAMI CCNS Resources
Crisis and HelpLines
NAMI HelpLine, NAMI Warmline Directory, 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, Crisis Text Line, National Helplines by Topic
Housing Resources
Here is a list of some housing resources in the NAMI CCNS Extended area.
Mental Health Wire Educational Resources
Here are 2 page resources modified from our weekly newsletter, the Mental Health Wire
Local Resources
NAMI CCNS Resource Library, 211 Metro Chicago, The Living Room & Mobile Living Room
Local Hospitals with Psychiatric Care
Guidance for patients and families on navigating psychiatric hospitalization and the post-discharge recovery period.
Non-Hospital Mental Health Centers
Alternatives to the Emergency Room, Intensive Outpatient & Partial Hospitalization Programs, Local Mental Health Facilities
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Mar 23, 2026 
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NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 7PM)
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Mar 23, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE (Mondays @ 7PM)
About the Support Group It gives family members of those who have a loved one…
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Mar 24, 2026 11:00 pm - 1:00 am
Spring 2026 Peer-to-Peer
About the Class NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a safe, confidential space. Experience compassion and understanding from…
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Mar 24, 2026 11:00 pm - 1:30 am
Spring 2026 Family-to-Family
The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a FREE 9-week course for families and close friends…
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