NAMI Will-Grundy

On Friday, June 28th, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a disappointing ruling in a case NAMI has been closely following, City of Grants Pass v. Johnson. Their decision effectively allows communities to criminalize homelessness. Arlington, VA – The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released the following statement from Chief Executive Officer Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. on the disappointing U.S. Supreme Court ruling in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson: “More than 250,000 Americans will sleep outside tonight because no safe and accessible shelter options are available. This number is more than a statistic for NAMI, it includes too many in our communities who live with mental illness. Today’s ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson that effectively allows the criminalization of homelessness will undoubtedly have devasting consequences for people with mental illness who are unhoused. By allowing communities to pass laws that criminalize sleeping in public when no other safe and accessible shelter is available, people experiencing homelessness could face increased interactions with law enforcement, steep fines that perpetuate financial instability, and additional barriers to steady employment and stable housing – the opposite of what people need on their path to recovery and wellness. People with mental illness are already overrepresented in our criminal justice system; this ruling only exacerbates a systemic problem. It doesn’t have to be this way. Policymakers should focus on policies and programs that expand access to stable, safe and affordable housing for people with mental illness rather than criminalizing the basic needs of people experiencing homelessness. The NAMI Alliance will continue fighting to ensure everyone has the services and supports – like housing – that they need to get well and stay well.” If you would like more information, the National Homelessness Law Center will host a webinar at on Monday, July 1 at 1pm ET. Registration for that webinar is available here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0L1Lxv71SdSX0EYxlp0_jw#/registration.

Here's What's Happening the week of June 30th, 2024 at NAMI Will-Grundy! All NAMI support groups are confidential, no cost to attend, and a safe place to talk about what your are experiencing with people who can relate. Connection Support is for anyone who wants to work on their own mental health and Family Support is anyone who wants to support a family member or friend. *Sunday, June 30th- Connection Support on Zoom at 6pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: /online-support * Monday, July 1st- Connection & Family Support Groups from 6:30-8:00pm at Messiah Lutheran Church located at 40 Houbolt Road in Joliet. Registration is not needed for in person groups- just attend! ***Come early at 5pm to join us for a BBQ dinner before support! There is no cost to attend dinner. Please come hang out with us as we eat and chat. * Tuesday, July 2nd- LGBTQIA+ Connection Support Group at The Living Room located at 16514 106th Court in Orland Park. Registration is not needed for in person groups- just attend! *Sunday, June 7th- Connection Support on Zoom at 6pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: /online-support Thanks and we hope to see you this week! Please call 815.409.7917 with any questions. #nami #namiwillgrundy #peersupport #mentalhealthmatters #youareenough #youarenotalone #mentalhealthsupport #youmatter #youareworthy

Being a man should never include suffering in silence or shamed for being "weak" when experiencing a mental health condition. It's completely okay not to be positive all the time. Feeling frustrated, anxious, sad or scared doesn't make you any less of a man. It makes you human. Embrace your emotions as they come - they're a part of your journey and shape you into who you are. Learn more about the different ways NAMI can support and educate you if you are seeking help with your mental health: nami.org/your-journey #nami #namiwillgrundy #mensmentalhealth #mensmentalhealthawareness #mensmentalhealthawarenessmonth2024

Join us Monday, July 1st for our monthly Supper & Support event! Here's what you need to know: We have a group of volunteers who start preparing the food and setting up at 4pm. We serve dinner at 5pm. This month we will be grilling out with all the sides! We eat together and chat. This is a great way to get to know other NAMI members. The group cleans up afterwards and at 6:30pm Connections and Family Support start. Support groups are a safe, confidential place to talk about your own mental health or a concern you have about a friend or family member's mental health. There will be volunteers there to help you get in the right group for you. You are welcome to come for part or all of the evening and there is no cost to attend. Have any questions? Please call or text us on our confidential info line at 815.409.7917. See you on Monday! #nami #namiwillgrundy #peersupport #youarenotalone #itsoktonotbeok #itsokaytonotbeokay #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #mentalhealthrecovery #recoveroutloud

The skies cleared and it was a beautiful night for our NAMI Will-Grundy meet up! Live music and amazing people! Thanks to everyone who joined us! #nami #namiwillgrundy #peersupport

What a beautiful night at The Chicago Experience Concert! #nami #namiwillgrundy

Please join Teena and Forrest on Sunday, August 18th at Inwood Golf Course for On the Rocks Joliet's 10th Annual Golf Outing benefiting NAMI Will-Grundy. This fun-filled event includes 18 holes of golf, raffles, prizes, awards, lunch, and dinner & an After Party at On the Rocks Joliet. Grab your neon clothes and big hair for this totally '80s event. Prizes will be giving out for the best decorated golf cart. The event will be held at Inwood Golf Course located at 3200 W Jefferson Street in Joliet on Sunday, August 18th, 2024, at 9:00 AM to raise funds for NAMI Will-Grundy helping anyone and everyone impacted by mental illness. Registration starts at 8am and shotgun start at 9am sharp. This is a great way to show your support of mental health and fight stigma. Tickets and sponsorships are available online at /golf Thank you in advance for your generosity and support! Get your foursome together and register today! @ontherocksbars #golf #golfjoliet #golfouting #golfoutings #golfwillcounty #nami #namiwillgrundy #charitygolfouting

Thank you to @darcybuickgmc for being our Dinner Sponsor for @ontherocksbars - Joliet's 10th Annual, Totally '80s Golf Outing benefitting NAMI Will-Grundy! This fun-filled day takes place on Sunday, August 18th at Inwood Golf Course in Joliet. Registration starts at 8am and we tee off at 9am. Grab your friends and your totally '80s outfit and register today at: /golf Don't miss out on this fun event supporting local mental health services. #nami #namiwillgrundy #golf #golfing #golfouting #golfouting2024 #golfwillcounty #golfjoliet #charitygolfouting #charitygolfouting2024

Here's What's Happening the week of June 23rd, 2024 at NAMI Will-Grundy! All NAMI support groups are confidential, no cost to attend, and a safe place to talk about what your are experiencing with people who can relate. Connection Support is for anyone who wants to work on their own mental health and Family Support is anyone who wants to support a family member or friend. *Sunday, June 23rd- Connection Support on Zoom at 6pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: /online-support *Sunday, June 23rd- Connection Support & Family Support Groups from 6:00-7:30pm at New Life Lutheran Church located at 249 N Bolingbrook Drive in Bolingbrook. Registration is not needed for in person groups- just attend! * Monday, June 24th- Connection & Family Support Groups from 6:00-7:30pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church located at 1015 Winthrop Avenue in Joliet. Registration is not needed for in person groups- just attend! * Wednesday, June 26th- Community Support & Grupo de Apoyo para Familiares at the Spanish Community Center located at 309 N. Eastern Avenue in Joliet. Registration is not needed for in person groups- just attend! * Thursday, June 27th- Connection Support & Family Support Groups from 6:00-7:30pm at We Care of Grundy County located at 530 Bedford Road in Morris. Registration is not needed for in person groups- just attend! * Friday, June 28th- NAMI Will-Grundy Meet Up to see The Chicago Experience at RiverEdge Park located at 360 North Broadway in Aurora from 8-10pm. Grab your lawn chair and come listen to some amazing live music with us. Call or text 815.409.7917 to reserve your ticket today and arrange to carpool with a friend from NAMI if you choose. *Sunday, June 30th- Connection Support on Zoom at 6pm. Please register for the Zoom link at: /online-support Thanks and we hope to see you this week! Please call 815.409.7917 with any questions. #nami #namiwillgrundy #peersupport #mentalhealthmatters #youareenough #youarenotalone #mentalhealthsupport #youmatter #youareworthy

@missteengreeceintl , Julia Yock, joined NAMI Will-Grindy to help spread the word about young people taking care of their mental health and reaching out for support early. To learn more about NAMI's Ending the Silence Program, please visit: /ets #nami #namiwillgrundy #missteengreeceintl #mrsgreeceinternational

Happy Juneteenth Day from your friends at NAMI Will-Grundy! #nami #namiwillgrundy #Juneteenth #Juneteenth2024

Defrost your golf clubs and join us on Sunday, August 18th for On the Rocks' 10th Annual 'Totally '80s' Golf Outing benefiting NAMI Will-Grundy. For more information and to register your foursome today, please go to: /golf #nami #namiwillgrundy #golfouting #golfouting2024 #golfwillcounty