No matter what you’re going through
Call 833-NAMI-CHI (626-4244)
Introducing text and chat
Local support is just a message away. Chat us using the tool in bottom right
of this page or by texting ‘HELPLINE’ to either of our numbers listed above.
The NAMI Chicago
Helpline is ready to support you.
Our local team of trained specialists will listen without judgment,
help you make an action plan, provide emotional support and connect you to mental health resources.
Our Helpline is here for you.
Monday through Friday 9 AM to 8 PM
Saturday and Sunday 9 AM to 5 PM
The NAMI Chicago Helpline serves all of
Chicago and suburban Cook County
Who can call the helpline?
Anyone can call our helpline, including:
People
calling for themselves
People
who are supporting
a loved one
Providers who need
resources for a client
Reasons to Reach Out
Help navigating mental health resources in Chicago and suburban Cook County
Access to local support groups and community support
Support for trauma and grief,
loneliness, LGBTQ+ communityHelp learning how the mental health
care system works
What happens when you reach out
We ask a few questions to get started and help guide your conversation with a local, trained specialist.
Your specialist will provide the support you need, work with you to develop a plan for whatever you’re going through and connect you to local resources.
If it’s alright with you, they’ll check in later to see how things are going.
Get support now
Call or Text
Helpline
833-626-4244
Looking for a Support Group?
NAMI Chicago offers support groups virtually and in-person for people with mental health conditions to connect with one another, as well as family groups for people who are supporting someone living with a mental health condition.
Are you experiencing a crisis?
Your life is important.
If you or someone you know is in danger of harming themself or others, please seek emergency medical services
or call a trusted crisis hotline.