In Santa Clara County, there are more than 10,000 homeless people trying to find their way back into the mainstream of life—a crisis that has grown by 63% in the last decade. Of that number, one third to more than 50% may be struggling with mental health issues. The United Effort Organization, aims to assist people in need of safe housing or public benefits through hands-on support.
In this issue: NAMIWalks Silicon Valley 2025, Thank You, Sponsors, Holiday Closure, Upcoming November 11 General Meeting, Giving Tuesday, NAMI-SCC Annual Holiday Drive, MH 101 Presented By FaithNet, New Mental Health-Friendly Congregation, Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) Peoples’ Thanksgiving, Upcoming Provider Education Virtual Seminar, NAMI CA Conference Recap, Volunteer Spotlight: Briana Hermann, Planned Giving
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).