BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NAMI DuPage - ECPv6.5.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://namidupage.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NAMI DuPage REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240523T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240523T200000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240501T211753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T134413Z UID:10013574-1716490800-1716494400@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Sharing Hope DESCRIPTION:The NAMI DuPage Sharing Hope support group explores the journey of mental wellness in Black communities through dialogue\, storytelling and a guided discussion. Lack of information surrounding mental health issues can prevent people in Black communities from getting the help and support they need. Our Sharing Hope Community Conversations address a number of important topics: \n\nBlack families\, community leaders\, and youth mental wellness\nThe signs and symptoms of mental illness\nHow to talk about mental health and decrease stigma\nAn overview of recovery and how it’s possible\nThe types of mental health services and supports available\, including NAMI education and support programs\n\n  \nWHEN: May 23\, 2024\nTIME: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/sharing-hope-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240522T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240522T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231208T190631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T002905Z UID:10013489-1716404400-1716413400@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, April 10\, 2024 – May 29\, 2024\nTIME: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM\nWHERE: St. Rafael Church – Naperville\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTRATION HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2-2-2/2024-05-22/ LOCATION:St. Raphael Catholic Church – Naperville\, 1215 Modaff Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240522T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240522T200000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240501T211351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T133658Z UID:10013573-1716404400-1716408000@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Peer Talk DESCRIPTION:Hear from NAMI DuPage Peers.  Listen as they share their stories:  Stories of resilience amid struggles.  Stories of Hope and Overcoming Fears. Peers featured are Eeman N.\, Carisis M.\, Matt M.\, and Jennifer J. These courageous Peers will share their stories and allot time for plenty of Q&A. \nWHEN: May 22\, 2024\nTIME: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/peer-talk/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T130000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240319T153642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T153642Z UID:10013416-1716028200-1716037200@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family and Friends Seminar - Downers Grove DESCRIPTION:NAMI Family & Friends is a FREE 2.5-hour seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to support them best. It’s also an opportunity to meet others in similar situations and gain community support. \nThe seminar is led by those with lived experience of supporting a family member with a mental health condition. They will walk you through the following topics: \n\nUnderstanding diagnoses\, treatment\, and recovery\nEffective communication strategies\nThe importance of self-care\nCrisis preparation strategies\nNAMI and community resources\n\nDate: May 18\, 2024\nTime: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM\nLocation: First Congregational Church – Downers Grove \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-and-friends-seminar-downers/ LOCATION:First Congregational United Church of Christ – Downers Grove\, 1047 Curtiss St.\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States CATEGORIES:Family and Friends Seminars,Family-to-Family,Seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T170000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240402T203308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T203428Z UID:10013452-1716022800-1716051600@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid - LaGrange DESCRIPTION:WHEN: May 18\, 2024\nTIME: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nWHERE: The Living Room – LaGrange\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTER HERE\nWe will take registrations until the day before the event or until the class is full.\nIf you have any questions regarding your registration\, please contact Jess Schnieder at j.schnieder@namidupage.org.\n_________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n\nAdult Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour long course designed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/). This evidence-based\, research-supported program is designed for community service members\, parents & guardians of adult children\, social workers and therapists\, health care workers\, beauticians\, religious practitioners\, and anyone in between. Participants must be 18 years or older and work primarily with adults. \nThis course is also an accredited professional development opportunity in the form of CEUs (continuing education units). Earn 7.5 hours to count towards renewing your license! \n By the end of this class\, you will be able to… \n\n\n\nConfidently have a supportive conversation with someone about mental health or substance use challenges.\nApply the ALGEE action plan in pre-crisis scenarios to connect someone to professional & self-help resources\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge\nDe-escalate a crisis situation in which a young person is self-harming or having thoughts of suicide\nand so much more\n\n Mental Health Topics covered include : Anxiety\, Bipolar Disorders\, Depression\, Eating Disorders\, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders\, Psychosis Disorders\, Schizophrenia\, and Substance Use Disorders. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-lagrange-3/ LOCATION:The Living Room – Community Wellness Center\, 4731 Willow Springs Rd.\, La Grange\, IL\, 60525\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes,MHFA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T163000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231031T150040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T150040Z UID:10012102-1716021000-1716049800@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid DESCRIPTION:WHEN: May 18\, 2024\nTIME: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM\nWHERE: Christ Church of Oak Brook\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTER HERE\nWe will take registrations until the day before the event or until the class is full.\nIf you have any questions regarding your registration\, please contact Jess Schnieder at j.schnieder@namidupage.org.\n_________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n\nAdult Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour long course designed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/). This evidence-based\, research-supported program is designed for community service members\, parents & guardians of adult children\, social workers and therapists\, health care workers\, beauticians\, religious practitioners\, and anyone in between. Participants must be 18 years or older and work primarily with adults. \nThis course is also an accredited professional development opportunity in the form of CEUs (continuing education units). Earn 7.5 hours to count towards renewing your license! \n By the end of this class\, you will be able to… \n\n\n\nConfidently have a supportive conversation with someone about mental health or substance use challenges.\nApply the ALGEE action plan in pre-crisis scenarios to connect someone to professional & self-help resources\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge\nDe-escalate a crisis situation in which a young person is self-harming or having thoughts of suicide\nand so much more\n\n Mental Health Topics covered include : Anxiety\, Bipolar Disorders\, Depression\, Eating Disorders\, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders\, Psychosis Disorders\, Schizophrenia\, and Substance Use Disorders. \n\n  URL:https://namidupage.org/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-4/ LOCATION:Christ Church of Oakbrook\, 501 Oak Brook Rd\, Oakbrook\, IL\, 60523\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes,MHFA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240516T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240516T150000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240502T174838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T175445Z UID:10013601-1715868000-1715871600@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Learn About Social Security Disability Insurance DESCRIPTION:Learn about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) with Attorney Jeff Rabin. \nWHEN: Thursday\, May 16\, 2024\nTIME: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM\nWHERE: Zoom \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/learn-about-social-security-disability-insurance/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231208T190631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T002905Z UID:10013488-1715799600-1715808600@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, April 10\, 2024 – May 29\, 2024\nTIME: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM\nWHERE: St. Rafael Church – Naperville\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTRATION HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2-2-2/2024-05-15/ LOCATION:St. Raphael Catholic Church – Naperville\, 1215 Modaff Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T200000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240501T205345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T155012Z UID:10013570-1715797800-1715803200@namidupage.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Mental Health Essentials - Roselle DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Essentials has been postponed until October 1\, 2024. We apologize for any inconveniece. \nLearn how to spot signs and symptoms of mental health conditions\, howt to help someone connect to appropriate people and resources\, and how to help lower stigma surrounding metnal health. \nDATE: May 15\, 2024\nTIME: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM URL:https://namidupage.org/event/mental-health-essentials-roselle/ LOCATION:Roselle Public Libarary\, 40 Park St.\, Roselle\, IL\, 60172\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T160000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240402T204637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T204637Z UID:10013455-1715418000-1715443200@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid DESCRIPTION:Where: Living Room – LaGrange\nWhen: May 11\, 2024\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nCOST: FREE \nRegister HERE\nWe will take registrations until the day before or until the class is full.\nFor any questions or concerns about your registration\, please contact j.schneider@namidupage.org \n________________________________________________________________________________________ \nYouth Mental Health First Aid is a 7-hour long course designed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/). This evidence-based\, research-supported program is designed for parents & guardians of children ages 12-18\, teachers & school staff\, social workers\, coaches and camp counselors\, and anyone in between. Participants must be 18 years or older and primarily interact with young people. \nThis course is also an accredited professional development opportunity in the form of CEUs (continuing education units) or CPDUs (continued professional development units). Earn 6.5 hours to count towards renewing your license! \n By the end of this class\, you will be able to… \n\nConfidently have a supportive conversation with a young person about mental health or substance use challenges.\nApply the ALGEE action plan in pre-crisis scenarios to connect a young person to professional & self-help resources\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge\nDe-escalate a crisis situation in which a young person is self-harming or having thoughts of suicide\nand so much more\n\n Mental Health Topics covered include: Anxiety\, Depression\, Disruptive Behavior Disorders (including ADHD)\, Eating Disorders\, Psychosis Disorders\, and Substance Use Disorders. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-11/ LOCATION:The Living Room – Community Wellness Center\, 4731 Willow Springs Rd.\, La Grange\, IL\, 60525\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes,MHFA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240509T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240509T170000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240501T204407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T194619Z UID:10013569-1715270400-1715274000@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Zoom - Mental Health & the Asian Community DESCRIPTION:Identify common challenges faced by Southeast Asians when accessing mental health support\, such as stigma\, language barriers\, and lack of culturally competent services.\nExplore the barriers confronted by Asian immigrants\, including acculturation stress\, discrimination\, and cultural identity conflicts.\n\n\nDATE: May 9\, 2024\nTIME: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/zoom-mental-health-the-asian-community/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240508T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240508T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231208T190631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T002905Z UID:10013487-1715194800-1715203800@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, April 10\, 2024 – May 29\, 2024\nTIME: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM\nWHERE: St. Rafael Church – Naperville\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTRATION HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2-2-2/2024-05-08/ LOCATION:St. Raphael Catholic Church – Naperville\, 1215 Modaff Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240507T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240507T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240130T175108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T214740Z UID:10013411-1715108400-1715117400@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:In Person Family to Family – March19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024 – Tuesdays – Compass Church – Naperville\nDate: March 19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024- Tuesday Evenings\nTime: 7:00 PM pm – 9:30 pm\nLocation: Compass Church – 1551 Hobson Rd\, Naperville\, IL 60540\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nParticipants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2/2024-05-07/ LOCATION:Compass Church – Naperville\, 1551 Hobson Rd.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T153000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231031T145327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T150115Z UID:10012101-1714811400-1714836600@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid DESCRIPTION:Where: Christ Church of Oak Brook\nWhen: May 4\, 2024\nTime: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM\nCOST: FREE \nRegister HERE\nWe will take registrations until the day before or until the class is full.\nFor any questions or concerns about your registration\, please contact j.schneider@namidupage.org \n________________________________________________________________________________________ \nYouth Mental Health First Aid is a 7-hour long course designed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/). This evidence-based\, research-supported program is designed for parents & guardians of children ages 12-18\, teachers & school staff\, social workers\, coaches and camp counselors\, and anyone in between. Participants must be 18 years or older and primarily interact with young people. \nThis course is also an accredited professional development opportunity in the form of CEUs (continuing education units) or CPDUs (continued professional development units). Earn 6.5 hours to count towards renewing your license! \n By the end of this class\, you will be able to… \n\nConfidently have a supportive conversation with a young person about mental health or substance use challenges.\nApply the ALGEE action plan in pre-crisis scenarios to connect a young person to professional & self-help resources\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge\nDe-escalate a crisis situation in which a young person is self-harming or having thoughts of suicide\nand so much more\n\n Mental Health Topics covered include: Anxiety\, Depression\, Disruptive Behavior Disorders (including ADHD)\, Eating Disorders\, Psychosis Disorders\, and Substance Use Disorders. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-4/ LOCATION:Christ Church of Oakbrook\, 501 Oak Brook Rd\, Oakbrook\, IL\, 60523\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes,MHFA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240501T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240501T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231208T190631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T002905Z UID:10013486-1714590000-1714599000@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, April 10\, 2024 – May 29\, 2024\nTIME: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM\nWHERE: St. Rafael Church – Naperville\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTRATION HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2-2-2/2024-05-01/ LOCATION:St. Raphael Catholic Church – Naperville\, 1215 Modaff Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240430T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240430T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240130T175108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T214740Z UID:10013410-1714503600-1714512600@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:In Person Family to Family – March19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024 – Tuesdays – Compass Church – Naperville\nDate: March 19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024- Tuesday Evenings\nTime: 7:00 PM pm – 9:30 pm\nLocation: Compass Church – 1551 Hobson Rd\, Naperville\, IL 60540\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nParticipants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2/2024-04-30/ LOCATION:Compass Church – Naperville\, 1551 Hobson Rd.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240424T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240424T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231208T190631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T002905Z UID:10013485-1713985200-1713994200@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, April 10\, 2024 – May 29\, 2024\nTIME: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM\nWHERE: St. Rafael Church – Naperville\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTRATION HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2-2-2/2024-04-24/ LOCATION:St. Raphael Catholic Church – Naperville\, 1215 Modaff Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240423T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240423T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240130T175108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T214740Z UID:10013409-1713898800-1713907800@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:In Person Family to Family – March19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024 – Tuesdays – Compass Church – Naperville\nDate: March 19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024- Tuesday Evenings\nTime: 7:00 PM pm – 9:30 pm\nLocation: Compass Church – 1551 Hobson Rd\, Naperville\, IL 60540\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nParticipants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2/2024-04-23/ LOCATION:Compass Church – Naperville\, 1551 Hobson Rd.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240422T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240422T193000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240216T184819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T184822Z UID:10013088-1713808800-1713814200@namidupage.org SUMMARY:WRAP Class DESCRIPTION:NAMI DuPage is pleased to offer W.R.A.P. (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) to individuals with mental health conditions. This 8-week course continues to build their knowledge and confidence from Peer-to-Peer by creating a strength-based crisis plan. \nWhat you will learn:\nCreating wellness toolbox\nA crisis plan developed & managed by you\nLearning key recovery concepts \nDate: Mondays\, March 4\, 2024 – April 22\, 2024\nTime: 6:00-7:30 PM\nFEE: $25\nLocation: Zoom – Must be able to access Zoom and agree to use the camera and sound for the best class experience for all participants. \nRegister HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/wrap-class-2/2024-04-22/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240419T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240419T170000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240402T202741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T202741Z UID:10013451-1713517200-1713546000@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid - La Grange DESCRIPTION:WHEN: April 19\, 2024\nTIME: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nWHERE: The Living Room – La Grange\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTER HERE\nWe will take registrations until the day before the event or until the class is full.\nIf you have any questions regarding your registration\, please contact Jess Schnieder at j.schnieder@namidupage.org.\n_________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n\nAdult Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour long course designed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/). This evidence-based\, research-supported program is designed for community service members\, parents & guardians of adult children\, social workers and therapists\, health care workers\, beauticians\, religious practitioners\, and anyone in between. Participants must be 18 years or older and work primarily with adults. \nThis course is also an accredited professional development opportunity in the form of CEUs (continuing education units). Earn 7.5 hours to count towards renewing your license! \n By the end of this class\, you will be able to… \n\n\n\nConfidently have a supportive conversation with someone about mental health or substance use challenges.\nApply the ALGEE action plan in pre-crisis scenarios to connect someone to professional & self-help resources\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge\nDe-escalate a crisis situation in which a young person is self-harming or having thoughts of suicide\nand so much more\n\n Mental Health Topics covered include : Anxiety\, Bipolar Disorders\, Depression\, Eating Disorders\, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders\, Psychosis Disorders\, Schizophrenia\, and Substance Use Disorders. \n\n  URL:https://namidupage.org/event/adult-mental-health-first-aid-la-grange-3/ LOCATION:The Living Room – Community Wellness Center\, 4731 Willow Springs Rd.\, La Grange\, IL\, 60525\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes,MHFA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240417T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240417T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231208T190631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T002905Z UID:10013484-1713380400-1713389400@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, April 10\, 2024 – May 29\, 2024\nTIME: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM\nWHERE: St. Rafael Church – Naperville\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTRATION HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2-2-2/2024-04-17/ LOCATION:St. Raphael Catholic Church – Naperville\, 1215 Modaff Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240416T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240416T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240130T175108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T214740Z UID:10013408-1713294000-1713303000@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:In Person Family to Family – March19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024 – Tuesdays – Compass Church – Naperville\nDate: March 19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024- Tuesday Evenings\nTime: 7:00 PM pm – 9:30 pm\nLocation: Compass Church – 1551 Hobson Rd\, Naperville\, IL 60540\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nParticipants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2/2024-04-16/ LOCATION:Compass Church – Naperville\, 1551 Hobson Rd.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240415T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240415T193000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240216T184819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T184822Z UID:10013087-1713204000-1713209400@namidupage.org SUMMARY:WRAP Class DESCRIPTION:NAMI DuPage is pleased to offer W.R.A.P. (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) to individuals with mental health conditions. This 8-week course continues to build their knowledge and confidence from Peer-to-Peer by creating a strength-based crisis plan. \nWhat you will learn:\nCreating wellness toolbox\nA crisis plan developed & managed by you\nLearning key recovery concepts \nDate: Mondays\, March 4\, 2024 – April 22\, 2024\nTime: 6:00-7:30 PM\nFEE: $25\nLocation: Zoom – Must be able to access Zoom and agree to use the camera and sound for the best class experience for all participants. \nRegister HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/wrap-class-2/2024-04-15/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240413T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240413T160000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240119T200039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T201137Z UID:10012765-1712998800-1713024000@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid DESCRIPTION:Where: Grand Avenue Community Center\nWhen: April 13\, 2024\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nCOST: FREE \nRegister HERE\nWe will take registrations until the day before or until the class is full.\nFor any questions or concerns about your registration\, please contact j.schneider@namidupage.org \n________________________________________________________________________________________ \nYouth Mental Health First Aid is a 7-hour long course designed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/). This evidence-based\, research-supported program is designed for parents & guardians of children ages 12-18\, teachers & school staff\, social workers\, coaches and camp counselors\, and anyone in between. Participants must be 18 years or older and primarily interact with young people. \nThis course is also an accredited professional development opportunity in the form of CEUs (continuing education units) or CPDUs (continued professional development units). Earn 6.5 hours to count towards renewing your license! \nBy the end of this class\, you will be able to… \n\nConfidently have a supportive conversation with a young person about mental health or substance use challenges.\nApply the ALGEE action plan in pre-crisis scenarios to connect a young person to professional & self-help resources\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge\nDe-escalate a crisis situation in which a young person is self-harming or having thoughts of suicide\nand so much more\n\n Mental Health Topics covered include: Anxiety\, Depression\, Disruptive Behavior Disorders (including ADHD)\, Eating Disorders\, Psychosis Disorders\, and Substance Use Disorders. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-9/ LOCATION:Grand Avenue Community Center\, 4211 Grand Avenue\, Western Springs\, IL\, 60558\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes,MHFA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240412T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240412T160000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240402T204452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T204508Z UID:10013454-1712912400-1712937600@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid - LaGrange DESCRIPTION:Where: Living Room – LaGrange\nWhen: April 12\, 2024\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nCOST: FREE \nRegister HERE\nWe will take registrations until the day before or until the class is full.\nFor any questions or concerns about your registration\, please contact j.schneider@namidupage.org \n________________________________________________________________________________________ \nYouth Mental Health First Aid is a 7-hour long course designed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing (https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/). This evidence-based\, research-supported program is designed for parents & guardians of children ages 12-18\, teachers & school staff\, social workers\, coaches and camp counselors\, and anyone in between. Participants must be 18 years or older and primarily interact with young people. \nThis course is also an accredited professional development opportunity in the form of CEUs (continuing education units) or CPDUs (continued professional development units). Earn 6.5 hours to count towards renewing your license! \n By the end of this class\, you will be able to… \n\nConfidently have a supportive conversation with a young person about mental health or substance use challenges.\nApply the ALGEE action plan in pre-crisis scenarios to connect a young person to professional & self-help resources\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge\nDe-escalate a crisis situation in which a young person is self-harming or having thoughts of suicide\nand so much more\n\n Mental Health Topics covered include: Anxiety\, Depression\, Disruptive Behavior Disorders (including ADHD)\, Eating Disorders\, Psychosis Disorders\, and Substance Use Disorders. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-10/ LOCATION:The Living Room – Community Wellness Center\, 4731 Willow Springs Rd.\, La Grange\, IL\, 60525\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes,MHFA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240411T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240411T210000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231208T191843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T043911Z UID:10012310-1712860200-1712869200@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Downers Grove DESCRIPTION:Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. \nDATE: Thursdays\, February 22\, 2024 – April 11\, 2024\nTIME: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM\nWHERE: First Congregational Church of Christ  – Downers Grove\nCOST: FREE \nClass Full URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-downers-grove-2-3/2024-04-11/ LOCATION:First Congregational United Church of Christ – Downers Grove\, 1047 Curtiss St.\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240410T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240410T210000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240313T180937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T181208Z UID:10013366-1712773800-1712782800@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family and Friends Seminar - Lisle DESCRIPTION:NAMI Family & Friends is a FREE 2.5-hour seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to support them best. It’s also an opportunity to meet others in similar situations and gain community support. \nThe seminar is led by those with lived experience of supporting a family member with a mental health condition. They will walk you through the following topics: \n\nUnderstanding diagnoses\, treatment\, and recovery\nEffective communication strategies\nThe importance of self-care\nCrisis preparation strategies\nNAMI and community resources\n\nDate: April 10\, 2024\nTime: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm\nLocation: Trinity Lutheran Church Lisle- 1101 Kimberly Way\, Lisle\, IL \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-and-friends-seminar-lisle-2/ LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church – Lisle\, 1101 Kimberly Way\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States CATEGORIES:Family and Friends Seminars,Family-to-Family,Seminars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240410T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240410T210000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20231208T185709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T193306Z UID:10012116-1712773800-1712782800@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:Participants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. \nDATE: Wednesdays\, April 10\, 2024 – May 29\, 2024\nTIME: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM\nWHERE: St. Rafael Church – Naperville\nCOST: FREE \nREGISTRATION HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2-2/ LOCATION:St. Raphael Catholic Church – Naperville\, 1215 Modaff Rd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes,Family-to-Family END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240409T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240409T213000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240130T175108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T214740Z UID:10013407-1712689200-1712698200@namidupage.org SUMMARY:Family to Family - Naperville DESCRIPTION:In Person Family to Family – March19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024 – Tuesdays – Compass Church – Naperville\nDate: March 19\, 2024 – May 7\, 2024- Tuesday Evenings\nTime: 7:00 PM pm – 9:30 pm\nLocation: Compass Church – 1551 Hobson Rd\, Naperville\, IL 60540\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nParticipants can register before the 2nd week/session of the class.  \nFamily-to-Family is a free 8-week educational course explicitly designed for adult family members (18+) and others who have adult loved ones (18+) with a mental illness. The course is taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Over 300\,000 family members have graduated from this evidence-based national program. URL:https://namidupage.org/event/family-to-family-naperville-2/2024-04-09/ LOCATION:Compass Church – Naperville\, 1551 Hobson Rd.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60540\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240408T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240408T193000 DTSTAMP:20240524T052051 CREATED:20240216T184819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T184822Z UID:10013086-1712599200-1712604600@namidupage.org SUMMARY:WRAP Class DESCRIPTION:NAMI DuPage is pleased to offer W.R.A.P. (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) to individuals with mental health conditions. This 8-week course continues to build their knowledge and confidence from Peer-to-Peer by creating a strength-based crisis plan. \nWhat you will learn:\nCreating wellness toolbox\nA crisis plan developed & managed by you\nLearning key recovery concepts \nDate: Mondays\, March 4\, 2024 – April 22\, 2024\nTime: 6:00-7:30 PM\nFEE: $25\nLocation: Zoom – Must be able to access Zoom and agree to use the camera and sound for the best class experience for all participants. \nRegister HERE URL:https://namidupage.org/event/wrap-class-2/2024-04-08/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Education Classes END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR