NAMI CARES
Concern, Advocacy, Research, Education, Support
May 2012
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Mental Illness Stigma
stigma |ˈstigmə| noun ( pl. stigmas or esp. in sense 2 stigmata |stigˈmätə, ˈstigmətə| ) 1 a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person: the stigma of mental disorder | to be a nonreader carries a social stigma.
In an article titled, Stigma, Mental Illness and Shame by Jenise Harmon, LISW at psychcentral.com the author shares her take on stigma:
In real life, the stigma of mental illness can take the form of
thoughts such as:
~"I am weak if I have to take medication" - also known as
"I can do this on my own"
~"I am not like my mother/father/crazy aunt/neighbor who
has mental illness"
~"People will think I'm crazy"
~"I'll get fired"
~"People will treat me differently"
~"My friends/lover/spouse will leave me"
Opening up about any illness is frightening. You can never
be sure what a person's reaction will be, and that is scary.
At some point, though, you have to trust that the people who
love you will continue to love you. You're still the same
person. I've found that when people disclose to their friends
and family that they have been diagnosed with a mental
illness, there is a sense of relief. Most likely the people
closest to you have seen symptoms of your illness and are
glad that you are obtaining the treatment you need. Friends
and family can also be more prepared to support your
treatment journey when they know what is going on.
Here is a stigma quiz that Ms. Harmon also included in her article. Try it and discuss this with friends and family to get a better idea of how widespread stigma about mental illness really is.
You have friends coming over for dinner, and your
antidepressant is in its usual place, the kitchen counter.
Do you:
A) leave it where it is, since you have nothing to hide?
B) put it in the cupboard to make more room for food?
C) stick it in the cat food bag, where no one will find it?
D) put it on the table so you'll remember to compare
notes with your friends who are on other medications? Next question: Would it be different if your medication was
for your diabetes? What about if it were for an STD?
Erectile dysfunction? Cancer? AIDS?
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NAMI DKK General Meeting
June meeting on Guardianship
NAMI DKK General Meeting
Speakers:
Attorney Inez Toledo
and
Attorney Diana Law
Topic: Mental Health & Guardianship
Saturday, June 2, 2012
9:00 am - Coffee* and Conversation
9:30 am - Speakers
Speakers will be followed by time for questions
Dunleavy-Walsh Meeting Room
Provena Mercy Behavioral Health Building
1325 North Highland Ave
Inez Toldeo, Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission Attorney, and Diana Law, Law Elder Law Attorney, will speak about mental health and guardianship. Topics being discussed include an overview of civil commitment and forced treatment petitions, advance directives for people with mental health concerns, as well as other topics that pertain
to mental health and guardianship.
*Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event and is open to the public. Advance registration is not required. For more information, please contact NAMI DKK at 630-896-6264.
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Steps to cope with stigma
By Mayo Clinic staff on mayoclinic.com
Get treatment. You may be reluctant to admit you have a condition that needs treatment. Don't let the fear of being "labeled" with a mental illness prevent you from seeking help. Treatment can provide relief by identifying what's wrong in concrete terms and reducing symptoms that interfere with your work and personal life.
Don't let stigma create self-doubt and shame. Stigma doesn't just come from others. You may have the mistaken belief that your condition is a sign of personal weakness, or that you should be able to control it without help. Seeking psychological counseling, educating yourself about your condition and connecting with others with mental illness can help you gain self-esteem and overcome destructive self-judgment.
Others' judgments almost always stem from a lack of understanding rather than information based on the facts. Learning to accept your condition and recognize what you need to do to treat it, seeking support, and helping educate others can make a big difference.
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NAMI-DKK
Family-to-Family
Classes starting in
Aurora & Dekalb
 The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a free, 12-week course for family caregivers of individuals with severe mental illnesses.
The course is taught by trained family members
All instruction and course materials are free to class participants
Over 115,000 family members have graduated from this national program
THE NEXT AURORA CLASS BEGINS:
Space is limited Register Today!
Tuesday May 29, 2012
continuing weekly through Aug 14, 2012
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Provena Mercy Medical Center
1325 North Highland Avenue
Aurora, IL 60506
NEW CLASS ADDED IN DEKALB:
Tuesday Aug 28, 2012
continuing weekly through Nov 2, 2012
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Ben Gordon Center
12 Health Services Drive
DeKalb, IL 60115
Classes are free
Registration is required
To register call Denise at 630-405-9336
or NAMI DKK office: 630-896-6264
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Mindfulness Quote
Nature seems to hold no grudges, have no regrets, and does not suffer from angst about tomorrow. She is here in the moment - celebrating today. ~Catherine Renzi
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Connection Recovery Support Group
For People living with Mental Illnesses such as Depression, Bipolar, OCD, etc.
NAMI Connections Support Group for People with Mental Illnesses is a weekly recovery support group in which people learn from each others' experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding. Now meeting WEEKLY! Wednesday evenings from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Provena Mercy Behavioral Health Building 1325 North Highland Ave Aurora, IL 50506
Please call Denise at 630-405-9336 or NAMI DKK at 630-896-6264 for more information or if you are interested in joining the group. Back to Top
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| Bangor teen breaks the stigma of mental illness
By Renee Ordway in the Bangor Daily News
When she was 15 years old, Hannah Chaisson was admitted to The Acadia Hospital after her mother caught her cutting herself following a fight between the two.
A week or so into her stay, Hannah's grandmother developed a life-threatening condition that prompted family members from far away to travel here to be by her side.
Hannah could have left Acadia to visit her grandmother and see her relatives, but she didn't feel strong enough.
"My mother didn't understand that," Hannah told me during an interview this week. "She told my relatives that I was staying with a friend."
Stigma.
Read all of Hannah's inspiring story
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Walk depression symptoms away
From Mental Wellness Today  There are many positive health benefits which come from regular exercise, but new research is looking at the benefits of walking for people with depression. Research has shown that a five-kilometer sprint isn't the only way to ease the effects of depression; walking has shown to be an effective form of exercise that also helps ease feelings of depression. Scientists from Sturling and Edinburgh Universities have been investigating the effects of walking on the symptoms of depression to determine if vigorous training is the only form of exercise that can help those affected by depression, or if less intense physical activity, such as walking, also has the same effects. Researchers looked at the results from eight different trials which included walking as a form of depression treatment. Overall, the results indicate that walking has a significant effect on depression symptoms with few contradictions; however, the authors note that existing research is limited and further studies must be done to determine what walking intensity, frequency, and duration are effective and beneficial for depression. The findings were published in the journal Mental Health and Physical Activity.
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Yorkville's Support Group
NAMI DKK adds another support group for families
~For family members/loved ones of someone living with a mental illness ~Meets once a month "Using the support group model is so essential to the success of our family support groups. Without the training, networking, and support of the group members I fear that support groups would become nothing more than "cry" sessions or "gripe" sessions. As a group the collective wisdom covered a lot of possibilities towards the issues." 2nd Tuesday of the Month 7:00 to 8:30 pm Yorkville Congregational Church 409 Center Parkway, Yorkville, IL 60560 If interested call Carrie 630-779-4933
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Coming Events
NAMIDKK Board Meeting -
The next meeting will be June 11, 2012.
Wednesdays: NAMI Connections Recovery Support Group from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm (details)
May 29, 2012 - Family-to-Family Classes begin (details)
June 2, 2012 - NAMI DKK General Meeting 9:00 am to 11:00 am (details) Speakers: Attorney Inez Toledo and Attorney Diane Law
June 7, 2012 - NAMI Support Group meets in St. Charles 7:00 pm (details)
June 12, 2012 - NAMI Support Group meets in Yorkville 7:00 pm (details)June 12, 2012 - NAMI Support Group meets in Elgin 7:00 pm (details)June 19 , 2012 - NAMI Support Group meets in Aurora 7:00 pm (details)
June 30, 2012 - NAMI DKK Saturday Coffee 9:30 am to 11:00 am (details) Save the Date: June 27-30, 2012 - NAMI National Convention in Seattle, WA Scholarships available. (details) October 6, 2012 - NAMI DKK 5 K Run for Mental Health |
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Other Events in the Area
Events of Interest in our Communities
September 12th - 13th, 2012 - Supportive Housing Conference and Supportive Housing Bus Tour September 11th
Saint Paul RiverCentre
175 W Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, Minnesota
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Dual Diagnosis: Best Practices for Treatment
Kane County Mental Health Council's April Message of the Month by Greg Eaton, Gateway Foundation
Dual Diagnosis refers to clients who present with mental health and substance abuse issues. These individuals pose unique challenges for treatment providers, as research has shown that both issues need to be addressed concurrently in order for treatment to be effective. Unfortunately, many mental health providers do not have the training or expertise to deal with the complex issues of substance abuse, while many substance abuse facilities are not well-equipped to handle persons with severe psychiatric disorders.
Read the entire message
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May Fast Fact
Myth: People with mental illnesses cannot tolerate the stress of holding down a job. Fact: All jobs are stressful to some extent. Anybody is more productive when there's a good match between the employee's needs and the working conditions, whether or not the worker has a mental health problem.
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Drug Court graduates turn lives around
By Denise Linke For The Beacon-News May 3, 2012
6:08PM
Mike S. strikes a thoughtful pose, during the Kane County Drug Rehabilitation Court's graduation ceremony on Wednesday, May 2, 2012, in Geneva. Mike S. was one of 11 recovering addicts who completed an intensive 30-month drug treatment program. | Michele du Vair~For Sun-Times Media
GENEVA - About 200 people filed into the Geneva High School auditorium to see 11 plum-robed former drug addicts graduate from the Kane County Drug Rehabilitation Court - nearly 20 spectators for every graduate on the stage.
Some were friends and relatives eager to welcome back a newly sober loved one. Some were participants in the program, who are required to attend every graduation until their own. Others were judges, counselors, probation officers and attorneys who had shepherded the graduates through the program.
All of them were family, graduates and Drug Court participants agreed.
"Once you accept the program, you start forming really close friendships," said Daniel T., a Drug Court participant who plans to graduate next fall. "We're like a really big family because we're all looking out for each other and helping each other get through this. We exchange phone numbers so we can call each other when we're thinking about using again."
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NAMI BasicsNew Session of NAMI Basics starting this fall 
The fundamentals of caring for you, your family and your child with mental illness
A FREE six week education course taught by parents/caregivers of children and adolescents with mental illness.
Classes include:
· Introduction - it's not your fault
· The biology of mental illness
· Treatment works
· Problem solving skills
· How to work within systems (school,
juvenile justice, mental health)
· Shared stories
Please call us to sign up for our upcoming class
Provena Mercy Medical Center
1325 North Highland Avenue
Aurora, IL 60506
Registration is required
To register please call Carol: 630-947-4430
or Karen: 630-664-9103 or
NAMI DeKalb, Kane South & Kendall Counties
400 Mercy Lane, Aurora, IL 60506
630-896-6264
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Eating Breakfast with Schizophrenia
by Dan Hoeweler (at healthyplace.com)
Today I was eating a grilled cheese sandwich in a local restaurant when two waitresses pointed their finger in my direction, laughed and spoke about the "voices in their head." This is by no means the first time I had been harassed by strangers for the things that I write, and I am sure it will not be the last. I am, after all, a man who represents one of the most feared and stigmatized groups of people in the world. Most people I know have been very supportive of my writing and advocacy, but there are also those who cannot break down the wall of stigma and discrimination.
I will continue to write about Schizophrenia, despite anyones opinion, until I die. There are many people who suffer from this terrible illness, who are too embarrassed or crippled to speak for themselves. I can be one of many voices who speak for this forgotten and lost people.
One in a hundred people bear the taboo mark of "Schizophrenia". It's name alone conjures up fear and suspicion. Images of "Son of Sam" and the "Unabomber" dance through peoples heads, and are used as justification for the rampant stigma we face on a daily basis. In reality only a small fraction of people with Schizophrenia turn towards violent crime, and even fewer who follow a treatment plan. This is why it is important for everyone, that people with schizophrenia seek treatment and educate themselves about this illness.
I can see now that the waitresses at the restaurant were not evil people, but simply misguided by loaded preconceptions about people with this illness. Though I have not had a severe episode in almost five years, the mark of "Schizophrenia" on my sleeve still remains. It is a mark that will always be there and the people who mistreat me because of it, need to take a good hard look in the mirror. They may find something more troubling than a disease of the brain.
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Key Ministry: Welcoming Youth and Their Families at Church
Faith Communities fighting stigma
Key Ministry believes it is not okay for youth living with mental illness and their families to face barriers to participation in worship services, educational programming and service opportunities available through local churches.  The church represents an area of American culture in which a lack of understanding of the causes and the needs of families impacted by mental illness pose a significant barrier to full inclusion. A study published recently by investigators at Baylor University examined the relationship between mental illness and family stressors, strengths and faith practices among nearly 5,900 adults in 24 churches representing four Protestant denominations. The presence of mental illness in a family member has a significant negative impact on both church attendance and the frequency of engagement in spiritual practices. When asked what help the church could offer families, the need for support for mental illness was ranked second out of 47 possibilities by the 27 percent of families surveyed who are impacted by mental illness, but forty-second by unaffected families in the church. By Stephen Grcevich, M.D., president, Key Ministry and child adolescent psychiatry in private practice in Chagrin Falls, Ohio in the NAMI FaithNet Newsletter: April 2012
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Supportive Housing Conference
September 12th - 13th, 2012
and
Supportive Housing Bus Tour
September 11th
Saint Paul RiverCentre
175 W Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, Minnesota
Visit www.csh.org/centralregion, for more information!
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Readers' Corner
A book by Patrick W. Corrigan
On The Stigma Of Mental Illness: Practical Strategies for Research and Social Change  Synopsis:
Written by participants and first-rate social scientists in the Chicago Consortium for Stigma Research, On the Stigma of Mental Illness: Practical Strategies for Research and Social Change explores the causes and ramifications of mental illness stigma and possible means to eliminate it. The book translates basic behavioral research, especially from social psychology, to an issue of prime importance to clinical psychology." At the core of many problems facing people with mental illness is public reaction to their disabilities (e.g., landlords may not rent to and employers may not hire someone with a serious mental illness). The authors explore the causes of such stigmatizing attitudes, including media images and a culture that does not respect people with mental illness. Living within such a culture often leads to self-stigmatization as well. Although laws such as the Americans With Disabilities Act have decreased the impact of discrimination, contact between those with mental illness and those without may be one of the most effective ways to diminish stigma. This book includes practical strategies for dealing with public stigma and self-stigma including deciding when and how to disclose one's psychiatric history to others. Back to Top |
NAMI National Convention Scholarships
Apply now for financial help
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) scholarship application for the 2012 NAMI National Convention is now available. CMHS provides the scholarship to financially support people with mental illnesses who wish to participate in the NAMI National Convention. The application can also be found under FAQs online at www.nami.org/convention |
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NAMIDKK
Vision Statement
VISION: NAMI-DKK is dedicated to the eradication of the stigma of mental illness by improving the quality of life of all those striving for mental health wellness.
NAMIDKK
Mission Statement
MISSION: The mission of NAMI-DKK is to provide support education and advocacy for persons, family members and communities dealing with mental health issues
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Forward This Newsletter
PLEASE PASS THIS ON
If you know someone that might benefit from getting this newsletter you can use the link below to forward this newsletter to them. If they enjoy it and want to get it all the time they can subscribe, but only if they want to. They will not be automatically put on our mailing list.
The newsletter is a great way to keep up with what is going on with NAMIDKK, find resources, and learn about ways you can help.
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Support Groups
NAMI DKK Support Groups are sponsored by Illinois Children's Mental Health Partnership
NAMI-DKK FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS
(No charge, no reservations needed)
These support groups provide relevant information, valuable insight, and the opportunity to engage in support networks. The groups are led by family members that have been trained in classes provided by NAMI Illinois. Family members are invited to join more than one group to provide more frequent support.
Aurora:
3rd Tuesday of the month,
from 7:00-8:30 p.m.
The McDermott room, Provena Mercy Hospital (lower level), in Aurora.
630-761-6971 (Buzz Hays)
St. Charles:
1st Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.
The Congregational United Church of Christ, 40W451 Fox Mill Blvd. St. Charles, IL. (To get there, go west on Route 64 to Fox Mill Blvd. and turn left. The church is south of Fox Mill on the left. The entrance is on the south corner from the parking lot.) 630-584-7481 (Lynette Niequist) Yorkville:
2nd Tuesday of the Month
7:00 to 8:30 pm
Yorkville Congregational Church
409 Center Parkway,
Yorkville, IL 60560
630-779-4933 (Carrie)
2nd Tuesday 6:30-8:00 p.m.
St, Joseph Hospital
(St. Mary's Room lower level)
Call Laurie 847-695-7957
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OTHER AREA SUPPORT GROUPS
KENDALL COUNTY SUPPORT GROUPS:
The Kendall County Health Department provides the following support groups lead by mental health professionals. For further information please contact the KCHD Admissions Coordinator, Rhonda at (630) 553-9100 X8053
· Life Strengths: Peer Support for those dealing with chronic mental illness.
· Understanding your Diagnosis: Family support and for those individual(s) working towards mental health recovery.
. Dual Diagnosis Group: Treatment for those individuals addressing both substance abuse and mental health issues.
DEPRESSION & BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE:
DeKalb(NIU): Meets Monthly the last Saturday at 12 noon in Immanuel Lutheran Church on Russell Rd.
Follow signs. Easy parking
Contact person: Charles Smith Phone: (815) 398-9628 Fax: (815) 398-5995 Email: mrsippy1d@comcast.netWebsite: www.grouphope.org
Fox Valley: Meets 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at:
Behavioral Health Services Bldg.
Campus of Central DuPage Hosp.
27 W 350 Highlake Rd.
Winfield Rd., Winfield, IL.
Contact person: Judy Kramer, Pres.
Phone: 630-466-4851
Email: Judykramer@MCHSI.com
Website: www.DBSAFoxvalley.org
CARES Support Group - led by and for individuals working towards recovery
Monday mornings 11:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Ecker Center, Elgin - 2nd Floor
for information: NAMI - 847-426-4594
NAMI DUPAGE COUNTY SUPPORT GROUPS:
NAMI DuPage has several support groups that are open to anyone no matter where you live. There is no charge for these groups. To find out more about these groups and where they meet you can go to: click here
NAMI BARRINGTON SUPPORT GROUPS: NAMI Barrington has two family support groups that are open to anyone no matter where you live. There is no charge for these groups. To find out more about these groups and where they meet you can click on this link. |
Consumers' Corner
Calling all consumers!
We would love to have contributions for our newsletter from Consumers who would like to share personal stories, poetry, ideas that have helped you make it through the rough times, or any creative work. If you would like to contribute visual art please contact Nina for details on how to do that.How do you feel about the word "Consumer"? That is the word used by NAMI to indicate a person with a mental illness. Does that word work for you? Do you have an idea for another word that might indicate who you are, yet do it in a positive way? Let us know what you think. Please send your ideas to Nina and she will pass that information on to our Board for consideration. Back to Top |
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Resources
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Lazarus House offers housing
Housing Resource for Kane County
If you know someone in mid Kane County who needs a place to stay, encourage them to call Lazarus House at 630-587-2144 about shelter services.
If it's rent or utility help that they need, have them call 630-587-5872 for a confidential appointment to see if they qualify for assistance. Lazarus House grants help low-income persons in Kane County who struggle to make ends meet. Pass out our number. We are here to help!
Lazarus House
214 Walnut Street, St. Charles, Illinois 60174
Main number (shelter) 630-587-2144
Outreach (rental assistance) 630-587-5872
Email: Info@LazarusHouseOnline.com
Web Site: lazarushouseonline.com
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Volunteer Opportunities
Do you want to help?
NAMIDKK would love to be doing more but there is just not enough time in our days to do everything we think of. If you have an hour or more to help us out we would be glad to hear from you. For some things you do not even need to come into our office to help. If you can help us returning phone calls we will provide training and resource materials. If this is something you would like to do, please contact: Elaine at 630-377-1563 or epmulligan1@gmail.com.Your help as volunteers would increase our ability to help improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness and their families. We need: a grant writer, a publicity coordinator, librarian, speakers bureau volunteers, help line call takers, dinner/raffle help, more people for our educations programs, someone to join NAMI National's Stigma Buster Alert program, people to help update resource information, as well as newsletter submissions.
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Membership
BECOME A MEMBER OF NAMI DEKALB, KANE SOUTH & KENDALL COUNTIES
NAMI DKK is a nonprofit organization affiliated with NAMI - The National Alliance on Mental Illness.
Membership includes: Membership in Illinois and National NAMI
NAMI National's publication Advocate (quarterly)
NAMI Illinois' publication Stateline (quarterly)
NAMI DKK CARES email Newsletter (monthly)
New members receive a welcome packet and our NAMI-DKK Handbook (when available).
Please complete the information below and mail your check or money order to
NAMI-DKK
400 Mercy Lane,
Aurora, Illinois 60506
Name:___________________
Address:_________________
City:________Zip:_________
Telephone (s):____________
Email (s): _______________
Individual: $30/year _______
Advocate: $100/year _______
Lifetime: $500 _______
Written Newsletter Only _______
($10 suggested donation)
Open Door $3/year _______
(Those with limited means/fixed incomes are invited to join at this reduced rate)
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About Us
NAMIDKK can be reached by
phone: 630-896-6264
fax: 630-896-6365
email: info@namidkk.org
mail: 400 Mercy Lane
Aurora, IL 60506
website: namidkk.org
NAMIDKK is an affiliate of a national network of NAMI groups all over the world. The national website
has many resources for both consumers and families, educational
information about mental illness and treatments, and the latest news
concerning our issues. NAMI Illinois is the state organization
that can direct you to local events and groups as well as keeping us
updated about what is happening in our state. The state website also has resources and links to other organizations.
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NAMIDKK Board of Directors
Phyllis Graeser - President Nina Finch - Vice President Walter Deuchler - Treasurer Mary Ihnenfeld - Secretary Suzanne Deuchler Denise Edwards Jim McNish Glenn Tredinnick Advisory Board
Regina Harris Elaine Mulligan Buzz Hays Jack Hazel Legal Advisor: Alschuler, Simantz & Hem, LLC - Jan OPittman, Legal Assistant Accountant: Borhart, Spellmeyer & Co. Back to Top
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Educational Programs
Helping schools reach out to children with mental illness
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PARENTS AND TEACHERS AS ALLIES:
Parents and Teachers as allies was created to help families and school professionals identify the key warning signs of early-onset mental illnesses in children and adolescents in our schools. The program is intended to provide an educational tool for advancing mutual understanding and communication between families and school professionals. This program is designed for two-hour teacher in-services, parent PTA sponsored evenings, and mental health professional classes.
RED FLAGS:
Red Flags is a depression awareness program for middle school students. It is generally taught in health classes and takes 3-5 class periods. The teacher can choose between 2 DVD's: "Claire's Story," or "Thick'n Thin," a more recent story of teenage depression. Two additional DVD's go with the program, as well as suggested class activites, information on mental illness and discussion topics.
ENDING THE SILENCE:
Ending the Silence is a high school health class presentation, typically presented during the mental health portion of the curriculum. This interactive program teaches the basic signs and symptoms of mental illnesses in teenagers, presents personal stories to reduce stigma, and provides many resource materials for students.
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Ways to donate to NAMI-DKK:
 By phone: Call 630-896-6264 By mail: Click here to fill out a form that you can print out and mail to our office. At your workplace: An easy way to double - even triple - the value of your contribution to NAMI-DKK! Thousands of companies (of all sizes, in all industries) have Matching Gift programs that "match" their employees' contributions (often Board members and spouses too) to their favorite charities. To learn more about how to match your donation to NAMI-DKK click here. Planned Giving: You can plan the giving from your estate with the help of an attorney using a number of legal mechanisms, such as a charitable remainder trust, that may enable you to maintain your estate, provide for yourself and your family, and leave a lasting legacy. Sponsorship of Events or NAMI-DKK Programs: Opportunities to donate to NAMI-DKK include sponsoring events such as our Dinner/raffle and our annual Run/Walk. You can designate funds for specific programs. NAMI-DKK programs include Family to Family classes, Crisis Intervention Training for law enforcement, adult and student based educational programs, family support groups, a monthly newsletter, printed informational materials and a help call line staffed by volunteers.
To find out more about these and other programs contact NAMI-DKK office at 630-896-6264. Buy Raffle Tickets: Call our office for more information about buying raffle tickets for our annual Dinner/Raffle. They are usually available in January and the first week of February of each year. Drawing is at our annual dinner. You do not need to be present to win. Memorial and Honorary Giving: Memorial Giving: Your memorial gift to NAMI-DKK is a personal remembrance that honors the life and memory of a friend or loved one, and offers the gift of hope for the future.
Honorary Giving: Holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, Mother's or Father's Day, or the arrival of a new baby are special moments that we can help you celebrate. A gift to NAMI is a wonderful way for individuals, organizations, businesses, and groups to honor these special occasions in our lives and pay tribute to a friend or loved one. Based on the information you provide, NAMI-DKK will send a letter to the family of the memorialized or to the honored person, notifying them of your thoughtful gift. NAMI-DKK is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax deductible.
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Employer Matching Donations How do I secure a matching gift for my donation to NAMI-DKK? Contact your Human Resources Department to find out if your company has a Matching Gift Program. If they have a matching gift program, your company likely uses one of two ways to secure your additional matching gift to NAMI-DKK: (Most common) Obtain your company's matching gift form, fill out the "Donor" section, and mail it to NAMI-DKK when you send your donation. NAMI-DKK will complete the "Charity" section of the form, and mail it back to your company. This will confirm that we received your gift and request their matching gift. (Less common) Make your donation to NAMI-DKK through the mail or phone. Upon receipt of your gift, NAMI-DKK will send a letter acknowledging your contribution. Bring this letter to your Matching Gift program coordinator who will distribute your company's matching gift to NAMI-DKK. Why should I give a matching gift to NAMI-DKK? Matching gift programs allow you to allocate your company's charitable dollars to the cause nearest and dearest to you heart, greatly increasing your donation's value to NAMI-DKK. What's more, NAMI-DKK considers your corporation's matching gift as part of your total contribution. Therefore, your $50 gift can become a $100 or $150 gift to NAMI-DKK. So please -- go ahead and make a donation to NAMI-DKK today!
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