The one burning question for parents with children who have a mental illness is “Who will take care of my child when I am gone?” Should it be a sibling, relative, or third party? Who will handle the finances, medical needs, public benefits, and day-to-day support? The answer is vexing and complex.
In this issue: NAMI-SCC’s Annual Picnic, Upcoming June 9 General Meeting, Anxious Nation Follow-Up, NAMI California Annual Conference 2026, NAMIWalks Silicon Valley 2026, Fundraisers for FaithNet, 2026 Advocacy Day in Sacramento, FaithNet Mental Health 101 Luncheon, Long-Time NAMI Leaders Retire
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.