NAMI of McHenry County

NAMI of McHenry County Our mission is to give our community a safe place to find hope and support on the journey to improve mental health.

Last team picture in front of 620 Dakota St! Bittersweet leaving this home where so many memories were made đź’š
01/29/2026

Last team picture in front of 620 Dakota St! Bittersweet leaving this home where so many memories were made đź’š

We are so excited to host Jeff Rabin on Tuesday, February 24th, to share his expertise on Social Security and Disability...
01/28/2026

We are so excited to host Jeff Rabin on Tuesday, February 24th, to share his expertise on Social Security and Disability programs. This open discussion aims to de-mystify the complex nature of Social Security laws and programs, empowering attendees with the information needed to assert and protect their rights under the Social Security Act.

Join us from 6-7:30pm at our new space, 338 Memorial Drive in Crystal Lake!

Email education@namimch.org with any questions.

NAMI McHenry County will be closed Wednesday, January 28th through Friday, January 30th as we move into our new building...
01/28/2026

NAMI McHenry County will be closed Wednesday, January 28th through Friday, January 30th as we move into our new building! All support groups will be cancelled during these days.

We appreciate your patience during this transition. We restart support groups next week at our new location, 338 Memorial Drive in Crystal Lake!

Don't sleep on this one! Get your tickets for NAMI's 6th Annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, March 7, from 8:30-11:00 ...
01/27/2026

Don't sleep on this one! Get your tickets for NAMI's 6th Annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, March 7, from 8:30-11:00 am at St. Thomas Church in Crystal Lake! https://namimch.org/store/p/pancakebreakfast

Enjoy a 5-star, all-you-can-smile-about breakfast of pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, and juice, served up by our pancake pros, the Knights of Columbus! This family-friendly favorite supports NAMI's free mental health programs and services right here in McHenry County, so every bite does good!

Tickets:
$10 for ages 13+
$5 for ages 2-12
FREE for ages 2 and under

Don't wait! Grab your tickets today:
https://namimch.org/store/p/pancakebreakfast

We are so excited to announce two new staff members this month!Kayla Garay will be joining NAMI as our new Drop-In Cente...
01/26/2026

We are so excited to announce two new staff members this month!

Kayla Garay will be joining NAMI as our new Drop-In Center Coordinator. She will play an instrumental role in launching our Drop-In Center programs and fostering a recovery-focused environment for our community. Kayla graduated from NIU and comes to us from , where she recently interned. We are so excited to have her passion for advocacy and serving others on our team!

Scott Browning will be joining NAMI as a Recovery Support Specialist. Scott is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with several years of experience in inpatient addiction facilities. He has teaching experience at the elementary, high school, and community college level. He recently started his Master's in Social Work, focusing on Organizational Leadership. We know that his knowledge and expertise will be immensely beneficial to our clients as they navigate recovery.

Please help us welcome Kayla and Scott! We are so grateful to have them!

Thank you to some hard-working volunteers who helped us finish building 11 tables today, along with a few other miscella...
01/24/2026

Thank you to some hard-working volunteers who helped us finish building 11 tables today, along with a few other miscellaneous projects. Our new home is starting to look SO good -- we are ready to fully move in this week!

Gracias a nuestra comunidad por acompañarnos. Queremos agradecer a Melina Dominguez, LCPC, de Infinite Options Counselin...
01/23/2026

Gracias a nuestra comunidad por acompañarnos. Queremos agradecer a Melina Dominguez, LCPC, de Infinite Options Counseling, LLC por compartir su conocimiento, experiencia y corazón en nuestra Charla NAMI sobre Salud Mental en la Comunidad Latina.

Este evento marcó nuestra primera Charla NAMI en español, y estamos muy emocionados de seguir ofreciendo más NAMI Talks en español muy pronto.

Gracias a todas las personas que se unieron, participaron y ayudaron a crear un espacio seguro de aprendizaje, conexiĂłn y apoyo.

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Thank you to our community for joining us. We would like to thank Melina Dominguez, LCPC, from Infinite Options Counseling, for sharing her knowledge, experience, and heart during our NAMI Talk on Mental Health in the Latino Community.

This event marked our first NAMI Talk in Spanish, and we are excited to continue offering more Spanish-language NAMI Talks very soon.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, participated, and helped create a safe space for learning, connection, and support.

On Tuesday, we welcomed our newest Board Member: Kevin Daley! Please join us in welcoming Kevin to our Board of Director...
01/23/2026

On Tuesday, we welcomed our newest Board Member: Kevin Daley! Please join us in welcoming Kevin to our Board of Directors.

Kevin is the Founder and Principal of Daley Advisors, which provides full-spectrum government relations and advocacy support to help organizations navigate and influence public policy at the local, state, and federal levels. Kevin has served on the NAMI Advocacy Committee for the past year and has already been instrumental in supporting several statewide efforts, including our most recent legislative town hall.

When asked why he wants to serve on the NAMI board, Kevin said, "Serving on the NAMI McHenry County Board is not about personal recognition; it’s an opportunity to utilize my advocacy experience, professional contacts, and passion to further the organization’s mission. I am committed to helping build a community where mental health is prioritized and accessible for everyone—drawing from my personal experiences and professional background to make a positive difference."

Thank you for your service, Kevin, and welcome!

Due to today's extremely cold temperatures, NAMI McHenry County will be closed. We wish everyone a safe and warm weekend...
01/23/2026

Due to today's extremely cold temperatures, NAMI McHenry County will be closed. We wish everyone a safe and warm weekend!

If you are in crisis and need immediate support, please call the National Su***de and Crisis Lifeline, 988.

Not even the snow can keep people away! We have a full house for Connections Support Group and Family Support Group toni...
01/22/2026

Not even the snow can keep people away! We have a full house for Connections Support Group and Family Support Group tonight!

Our Connections Support Groups meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7:30pm. These groups are for individuals 18+ with a mental health condition.

Our Family Support Groups meet on Wednesdays (English) and Thursdays (Spanish) from 6-7:30pm. These groups are for family members ages 18+ who are supporting an individual in recovery.

IMPORTANT UPDATE:
Next Monday, 1/26 will be our LAST Support Group at 620 Dakota St! Support Groups next Wednesday 1/28 and Thursday 1/29 will be cancelled while the NAMI staff moves offices. Starting Monday, February 2nd, all groups, programs, and classes will take place at NAMI's new home (338 Memorial Drive).

Looking for information about the wide range of resources available in McHenry County? Join NAMI McHenry County and a ho...
01/22/2026

Looking for information about the wide range of resources available in McHenry County? Join NAMI McHenry County and a host of wonderful organizations for the annual People In Need (PIN) Forum!

PIN will be hosted at McHenry County College on Saturday, January 31st, from 8:30am - 1:00pm. Stop by to learn from over 100 exhibitors and several live presenters, including NAMI's Edith Sanchez and Clarissa Bartlett!

For more information, visit www.mchenry.edu/pin .

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620 Dakota Street
Crystal Lake, IL
60012

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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