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.
Proxy Parent Foundation: Special Needs Trusts & Personal Support Services
Carol Larkin, Director of Client Relations at Proxy Parent Foundation and Executive Director Carmen Bowen, a nonprofit executive and lifelong advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities and underserved communities will talk about Proxy Parent Foundation on June 9 general meeting.
Medications for Schizophrenia, General Meeting, Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Dr. Jacob Ballon is our April 14 General Meeting presenter. Dr. Ballon will discuss the current pipeline of medications for schizophrenia, discussing medications in clinical trials at the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University along with other programs.
General Meeting, Tuesday, February 10 2026, AbilityPath
Our February 2026 General Meeting speaker is Angela Lucero Perry, South Bay Employment Services Manager at AbilityPath, a nonprofit that helps people with disabilities prepare for and obtain meaningful employment. AbilityPath serves individuals who qualify for funding through the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) or San Andreas Regional Center, requiring a diagnosed disability and a desire to work.
Helping People Experiencing or at Risk of Homelessness Move Beyond Crisis Toward Lasting Stability
The mission of The United Effort Organization is to help people experiencing or at risk of homelessness move towards self-sufficiency and find safe homes in our community (Santa Clara County).
Psychiatric Care in Medicine, a Physician’s Perspective
Dr. Hogan Shy will present a review of mental health within primary care, examining the current state of mental health in the general population and emphasizing the importance of addressing these issues.
General Meeting, June 10, 2025. Current State of California’s Mental & Behavioral Health Workforce
Dr. Maureen O’Connor will explore the current state of California’s mental and behavioral health workforce, highlighting both challenges and opportunities.
General Meeting, April 8, 2025. “Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Rona Hu
Back by popular demand is our “Ask the Doctor” general meeting, and Dr. Rona Hu, MD, is our April presenter. She will speak briefly about schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, and then spend most of the evening answering your questions.
General Meeting, March 11, Board Member Election & NAMI @ Work Presentation
NAMI SCC Board Member Election for 2025-2026.
NAMI @ Work Presentation: This meeting will feature a presentation by NAMI-SCC’s Community and Media Relations Liaison, Tiffany Austin
General Meeting, February 11, NAMI Education Programs
NAMI-Santa Clara County offers FREE education programs designed to empower individuals living with mental illness and their families. These classes are led by NAMI-trained teachers who have their own life experience with mental illness. Our programs are offered throughout the year.