Pumpkins for a cause Fundraiser 2026
Fundraise for mental health with team Robbins’ Nest, succulent pumpkins sale
News — October 2026
In this issue: NAMIWalks Silicon Valley 2026 Recap, Mental Illness Awareness Week, Robert Villanueva Talks About Beyond Stigma, NAMI-SCC Education Classes, NAMI-SCC Family Support Groups, OCD Awareness Event, Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC), Peoples’ Thanksgiving, Behavioral Health Board Has Openings, NAMI-SCC Outreach Within the Community, Staff Spotlight: Sharon Navarro Garcia, NAMI-SCC Job Openings
Robert Villanueva Talks About Beyond Stigma
By Moryt Milo Getting beyond the stigma of mental illness for those living with a diagnosis starts from within says Robert Villanueva — and for Villanueva that self-stigma ran deep. He never saw himself as anything more than a blue-collar “garbage man” out of high school. He had no formal education. And even though he…
News — September 2026
In this issue: NAMIWalks Silicon Valley 2026, Upcoming September 8 General Meeting, Robert Villanueva: Speaking Beyond Stigma, Upcoming NAMI-Santa Clara County Classes, NAMI California Annual Conference 2026, September Is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Out of the Darkness Walk in San Francisco, Maternal Mental Health Symposium, Supporting Mental Health for Seniors, Fun Times at NAMIWalks Kickoff, Volunteer Spotlight: Megha B., Peer to Peer Program, Job Openings at NAMI.
Speaking Beyond Stigma, General Meeting, Tuesday, September 8, 2026
In an interactive presentation, Robert Villanueva will walk us through his journey of being diagnosed, self-stigma, and overcoming stigma to thrive in the mental health community.
Community Peer Connector
Are you an adult who lives with a mental health condition? Have you graduated from NAMI Peer-To-Peer Class?
We invite you to consider using your lived experience to support others in their journey toward better self-care and more independence. As a Peer Connector, you will be trained to work …
Hoarding Disorder Research Study
The Stanford research team is currently recruiting participants for a study examining the effects of Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) on hoarding disorder symptoms.
FaithNet Associate (Jewish Community)
The FaithNet Associate will facilitate mental health education for Jewish faith leaders and their communities, empowering them to integrate mental health awareness into their spiritual practices and cultivate compassionate, inclusive environments that promote emotional well-being and community resilience.
Taking Action for Whole Health and Wellbeing
The Temple University Collaborative on Community Inclusion is looking to recruit participants for a paid research study on Taking Action for college students with mental health challenges. Taking Action is a peer-delivered group intervention that helps participants create a personalized system for improving and maintaining wellness and recovery.
Twilight Trails with NAMI-SCC
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at “Twilight Trails with NAMI-SCC,” a vibrant community celebration in partnership with Bay Area Ridge Trail. Bring your friends and family for an action-packed evening featuring a refreshing 4-mile hike, engaging wellness activities, and delicious food for all ages.