Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services

01/28/2026

Check out our 2025 Annual Report!

Community-based mental health and social services agency serving youth and families

01/14/2026

It takes a village! 🤝 Whether you are a parent, grandparent, or guardian, Mindful Messages is here to support you. This initiative provides weekly wellness tips for both you and the youth in your life. Many of us wear numerous hats, and these messages are designed for anyone who wants to help a child thrive while also caring for their own mental health.

Who can join? Parents, grandparents, and anyone with kids in their life.
When: Texts arrive every Sunday and Thursday.
How: Text SUPPORT to 877-461-8577.

This pilot program is brought to you in collaboration with the Behavioral Health Collaborative of the DuPage County Health Department, with support from NEDFYS and KidsMatter.

01/09/2026

We are very grateful for the law enforcement officers we work with each day. Our Police Social Work Program pairs our mental health and social services with public safety approaches to provide essential services to communities throughout DuPage County. Looking forward to continuing and expanding our police partnerships in 2026!

Addison Police Department
Village of Bensenville Police
Bloomingdale IL. Police Department
Village of Bartlett - Illinois
Burr Ridge Police Department
Glendale Heights Police Department
Itasca Police Department
Village of Hinsdale Police Department
Willowbrook Police Department
City of Darien, Illinois
Villa Park Police
Lisle Police Department
Norridge, Illinois
Village of Clarendon Hills

01/09/2026

✨ Reflecting on 2025 ✨

This year has been all about connection, collaboration, and impact. From partnering with police departments, schools, county organizations, probation, and local nonprofits, to growing and strengthening our incredible team of Police Social Workers, Clinicians, Prevention Specialists, and more, we’ve seen what’s possible when passion meets partnership.

We’re proud of the work we’ve done, the relationships we’ve built, and the lives we’ve touched—and we can’t wait to continue making a difference together in the years ahead! 💙

12/04/2025

Thank you to The Backpack Project for their donations to our various partnered Police Departments.

Our Police Social Workers are grateful to have these backpacks to be shared with the unhoused individuals in their communities.

12/01/2025

Three years ago, DuPage Foundation and the DuPage County Board believed in our mission and invested in the wellbeing of our community through the the DuPage Community Transformation Partnership Grant.

Today, that support has helped us open our Bloomingdale office where we have delivered nearly 4,000 counseling sessions , and walked alongside more than 500 individuals on their journey toward healing.

We’re honored to be featured in their new video highlighting the amazing work of organizations they support!

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11/11/2025

Great group of students coming together! We’re able to make 142 snack bags!

10/10/2025

🌍💚 Today is World Mental Health Day (October 10, 2025) — a reminder that taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body.

This year’s theme is “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right.” Let’s continue breaking the stigma, checking in on one another, and creating spaces where everyone feels safe to talk and seek help. 💬

If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone. Help is available 24/7 — just call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline. 💚

Let’s keep the conversation going — your mental health matters. 🧠💪

10/10/2025

09/18/2025

We are excited to share the It Ends With Us Movement GALA. NEDFYS is honored to receive support through this event to continue our work. Please consider attending this event next month!

https://givebutter.com/ItEndsWithUsGALA2025

Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM Cocktails 7:00 PM Dinner
Place: Empress Banquets, 200 E Lake St, Addison, IL

Tickets:
$85 for all adults (includes dinner & full open bar).
$55 for ages 14-18 year old

All adults and teens welcome! Formal gala attire recommended.

Join us for an evening of philanthropy, community, and hope as we come together to support survivors of domestic violence and promote mental health healing from generational trauma. This special fundraiser event will feature an elegant dinner, full open bar, live entertainment, and exciting raffles with amazing prizes.

09/17/2025

💬 Small reminders make a big difference. Join Mindful Messages for quick, encouraging texts to help your family focus on wellness. Text Support (English) or Apoyo (Spanish) to 877-461-8577.

This program is created by the Youth Mental Health Subcommittee of the Behavioral Health Collaborative. It is supported by NEDFYS and Kidsmatter.

09/17/2025

Everyone deserves access to help that actually works 🫶 Proven, evidence-based care is key to effective ***dePrevention Find help today 👉 988lifeline.org #988