National Alliance on Mental Illness - Cook County North Suburban

National Alliance on Mental Illness - Cook County North Suburban NAMI CCNS provides education, support and advocacy on behalf of individuals and families with mental illness in their lives.

Serving north suburban Cook County. We offer classes, support groups, public lectures, community presentations, school presentations, social gatherings, advocacy events, outreach into the community, a resource center, and more...

📣 You’re invited to the NAMI CCNS Annual Meeting!We’ll review highlights from 2024/25 and share exciting plans for 2025/...
09/05/2025

📣 You’re invited to the NAMI CCNS Annual Meeting!

We’ll review highlights from 2024/25 and share exciting plans for 2025/26. Hear reports from our Executive Director, Program Team, and Development Team.

đź“… Tuesday, September 9 | 7:00 PM
đź“Ť Turning Point Building, 8324 Skokie Blvd, Skokie

All are welcome 💙 We’d love to see you there!

Join us on World Su***de Prevention Day – Tuesday, September 10 for our next webinar: Talk Saves Lives.We’re honored to ...
09/03/2025

Join us on World Su***de Prevention Day – Tuesday, September 10 for our next webinar: Talk Saves Lives.

We’re honored to welcome Luma Bonilla-Webster from the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention Illinois Chapter, who will share AFSP’s flagship education program. Together, we’ll learn about:
✨ The scope of su***de as a leading cause of death
✨ The research behind warning signs and risk factors
✨ Strategies proven to help prevent su***de

This important conversation is free and open to all. Let’s come together to raise awareness, learn, and show that talking truly saves lives.

đź”— https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FbVLF5YNTJKnn9Fl_KJhzA

This Labor Day, we celebrate the workers who keep our communities running: delivery drivers, waiters, plumbers, contract...
09/01/2025

This Labor Day, we celebrate the workers who keep our communities running: delivery drivers, waiters, plumbers, contractors, healthcare staff, teachers, and so many more.

Work impacts more than just our schedules; it affects our mental health, too. We’re grateful to all who give their time, energy, and care to keep our communities thriving.

Support mental health in our community 🧠Your donation to NAMI CCNS helps fund programs that:- Educate families and indiv...
08/30/2025

Support mental health in our community 🧠

Your donation to NAMI CCNS helps fund programs that:
- Educate families and individuals about mental health đź“š
- Offer peer support groups and workshops 🤝
- Reduce stigma and promote awareness ✨
- Build stronger, healthier communities 🌱

Every gift, big or small, helps someone feel heard, understood, and supported. Donate today and be part of the change. đź’Ś

Family-to-Family Fall Registration is Now Open! 🍂The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a FREE 9-week course for...
08/29/2025

Family-to-Family Fall Registration is Now Open! 🍂

The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a FREE 9-week course for families and close friends of adults living with mental illness. Learn from trained family members, gain practical coping strategies, and connect with a supportive community.

Register on our website or using the QR code. Spaces are limited, so register today and take the first step toward understanding, support, and hope!

You’ve faced hard things before and made it through each obstacle.Every challenge you’ve overcome proves your strength. ...
08/28/2025

You’ve faced hard things before and made it through each obstacle.

Every challenge you’ve overcome proves your strength. You can trust your strength because you have set the precedent that you can handle whatever comes next.

The countdown is on! NAMIWalks CCNS is just 1 month away! ⏰Now’s the time to:👟 Register for the walk🤝 Join or form a tea...
08/27/2025

The countdown is on! NAMIWalks CCNS is just 1 month away! ⏰

Now’s the time to:
đź‘ź Register for the walk
🤝 Join or form a team
đź’™ Start fundraising & inviting others to walk with you

Every step we take together helps raise awareness, build community, and bring hope for mental health. Don’t wait, sign up today and be part of something powerful.

đź”— Register through the link in bio and at namiwalks.org/ccns

Chai & Chat is back!This community conversation series is created in collaboration with for South Asians to share open...
08/27/2025

Chai & Chat is back!

This community conversation series is created in collaboration with for South Asians to share openly about family and community pressures, generational trauma, racism, and barriers to accessing care. Through listening circles, participants can explore their mental wellness journeys and connect with support.

Session 1 (Virtual): Sept 9 | 5:30–7 PM
Sessions 2 & 3 (Hybrid): Sept 24 | 5:30–7 PM | Skokie Public Library

Open to individuals 18+ of South Asian descent.

Register on our website at namiccns.org/chai-and-chat/

Ever wonder how babies communicate? Or why early relationships matter so much for brain development? This month's webina...
08/24/2025

Ever wonder how babies communicate? Or why early relationships matter so much for brain development?

This month's webinar, Defining & Understanding Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health, breaks it all down:

- How infants express themselves through behavior
- The impact of trauma & stress on young children
- Strength-based, culturally humble strategies to support kids and caregivers

Watch the full recording now at namiccns.org/webinar-library/

Support mental health, connect with your community, and showcase your company! Become a sponsor for the 2025 NAMI CCNS W...
08/24/2025

Support mental health, connect with your community, and showcase your company!

Become a sponsor for the 2025 NAMI CCNS Walk and help fund free, life-changing programs that bring hope and support to individuals and families across Northern Cook County.

As a sponsor, your business will receive:
- Recognition in emails to 5,800+ subscribers
- Exposure to 7,900+ social media followers
- Logo placement on event signage and promotional materials
- A digital sponsor badge for your website and socials
- The opportunity to create your own walk team

When you sponsor the NAMI CCNS Walk, you’re not only making a difference for mental health—you’re making a smart business decision.

Every journey starts somewhere 🌱Even in the struggling phase, growth is happening. Take time for yourself, practice self...
08/22/2025

Every journey starts somewhere 🌱

Even in the struggling phase, growth is happening. Take time for yourself, practice self-care, and watch yourself bloom into the best version of you. 🌸

Join us for a powerful conversation on Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health (I/ECMH) with experts from Start Early and E...
08/20/2025

Join us for a powerful conversation on Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health (I/ECMH) with experts from Start Early and Erikson Institute.

Learn how to recognize and support the mental health of children ages 0–5, explore the impact of early trauma, and gain tools to better understand developmental needs within the context of family, community, and culture.

đź“… Tonight, Wednesday, August 20, 7:00 PM CT
đź“Ť Virtual via Zoom

Register now at namiccns.org/events

Address

8324 Skokie Blvd
Skokie, IL
60077

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+18477162252

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