NAMI DuPage

Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States51-200 Employees

NAMI DuPage is a nonprofit organization based in Wheaton, Illinois, focused on mental health in DuPage County. Founded in 1985, it operates as a 501(c)(3) entity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with mental illness and their families through support, advocacy, and education. The organization provides a range of no-cost programs—such as support groups, one-on-one peer counseling, drop-in centers, and a resource helpline—and serves as a leading voice on local mental health issues.

NAMI DuPage extends community education to professionals and institutions, including law enforcement, hospital staff, faith-based leaders, schools, and libraries, and partners with DuPage County's hospitals to deliver outreach services. Its program mix includes youth and adult education—such as programs for families, WRAP, and youth-centered Ending the Silence initiatives—as well as Mental Health First Aid, job preparedness, and social/recreation activities. Serving residents of DuPage County, the organization aims to improve quality of life for people affected by mental illness and their families through a combination of direct supports and education.

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