Tonight was the annual awards night at the McHenry County Chapter of NAMI - the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Four awards were given for 2010, with a special note made tonight that all awards are not given every year.
The awards were 1. Spirit of Recovery; 2. Media Award; 3. Excellence in Education; and 4. Volunteer of the Year.
It was exciting tonight that so many attended, including many first-timers. The meeting room at the McHenry County Mental Health Board, 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, was full! After introductions and a short break, the group divided, with consumers (those who are receiving mental health services) going to one meeting room, and family members meeting in a separate room.
The Chapter donated $2,000 to the Mental Health Board for its prescription medicine fund, which helps those who need assistance with paying for prescription drugs on an emergency basis.
Meetings are monthly, on the third Thursday from 7:00-9:00PM. If you are a person with a mental health diagnosis or a family member or a person with a sincere interest, you are invited. If you would like to speak with someone about the Chapter or mental health services, call 815.444.9991.
If you are in crisis or want information about what to do in a crisis, call the McHenry County Crisis Line at 800.892.8900 Visit www.namimchenrycounty.org and www.nami.org for more information.
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