Weekly Newsletter
June 14, 2018
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NAMI California is conducting research to accurately gauge the experiences of those affected by mental illness, from everyday coping mechanisms to experiences when accessing resources. We are currently recruiting individuals to share their experiences with us via survey, online focus groups, or through short answer questionnaires. Read below if you are interested to see if you qualify. And please share with anyone you know who may qualify, including those outside of NAMI
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We are recruiting the following:
- consumers and/or family members from diverse communities
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- family members of any community
for online focus groups to be conducted via webinar. The results of these focus groups will be used in combination with other research for our upcoming State of the Community report.
Please take our survey to be considered for participation in this focus group!
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Case Study Questionnaires
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We are recruiting for the following:
- consumers and/or family members from diverse communities
or
- family members of any community
to respond to short answer questionnaires about experiences in accessing healthcare, cultural stigma, self care.
Please fill out a brief interest form and we will email you the questionnaire.
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Please share this widely with any family member with lived experience that you know!
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Advocacy Update!
Client and Family Leadership Committee is Resuming Meetings
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The Client and Family Leadership Committee of the MHSOAC is resuming meetings!
The next meeting will be held:
Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 10am
1325 J Street, Suite 1700, Sacramento, CA.
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Behavioral Health Action Event at the Capitol
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You are invited to a Behavioral Health Action event in Sacramento!
Come join us at the West Steps of the Capitol Building as Behavioral Health Action – a statewide coalition focused on big picture mental health questions – launches its strategic priorities for increasing access to high-quality behavioral health care.
NAMI California is a leading member of the Behavioral Health Action coalition and is proud to be partnering with our coalition members to co-host this event!
There will be a press conference from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. with the CEO of NAMI California, Jessica Cruz, speaking among others. All are welcome!
Please also join us at the resource fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for educational information on a variety of topics. Be sure to stop by the NAMI CA table to say hi!
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Action Alert: Support
SAME DAY ACCESS FOR
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH CARE
In California, if a patient receives treatment at a community health center from both a medical provider and a mental health specialist on the same day, Medi-Cal will only cover one of those treatments. A patient has to receive treatment on a different day if they want their second treatment covered. SB 1125 allows local community health centers to bill Medi-Cal for mental health services and other medical services on the same day. SB 1125 is a key bill in the effort to increase access to mental health care for all communities.
SB 1125 WILL BE HEARD IN THE ASSEMBLY HEALTH COMMITTEE ON JUNE 26TH AT 1:30 P.M. IN ROOM 4202.
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NAMI CA Regional Advocacy Meetings scheduled for Riverside, Santa Cruz, and San Joaquin Counties
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Our regional advocacy meetings in Contra Costa County and Kern County have been invaluable tools for NAMI California to engage with local affiliates and stakeholders to determine what mental health issues are most impacting each California region. Thank you to all who have participated!
NAMI California's regional advocacy meetings are in partnership with local affiliates in several different regions. Regional advocacy meetings are designed to bring together members of the public, community-based organizations (NAMI CA, NAMI Affiliates, and Partners), and county staff to talk about the public planning process. Meetings bolster collaboration and help strengthen the relationship between family members and staff. In addition, NAMI California will cover NAMI Smarts for Advocacy materials to conduct at least 1 module depending on the needs of attendees. Everyone from peers, family members, providers, county staff and community members are welcome to join us. Materials used and topics discussed will support advocacy endeavors for participating attendees. Below are our upcoming meetings.
Each registration link below also includes an optional questionnaire to help us gather important data and inform materials for the meeting. For any questions email
Marcel@namica.org
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Riverside County
Thursday, June 21, 2018 9am-3pm
Rustin Conference Center
2085 Rustin Ave Riverside, CA 92507
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Santa Cruz County
July 2018
Details coming soon!
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San Joaquin County
Wednesday, August 15, 2018, 9am-3pm
San Joaquin Delta College
5151 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
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NAMI California will also
hold a mid July CAN call to share budget updates and highlights regarding Governor's Browns last budget. The call will be
Wednesday, July 13 from 2pm-3pm. For anyone interested,
please register here
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NAMI CA Community Engagement Updates
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Cultural Competency & Responsiveness Webinars
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Looking to engage diverse racial and ethnic communities in an empowering and equitable manner? These webinars aim to equip NAMI members, affiliates, city/county staff, and the community at large with the tools and information needed to engage diverse communities. All webinar training sessions are guided by trained presenters and provide opportunities for live participant interaction.
Webinars may be attended as a series or individually, depending on the needs and interests of your organization.
To register for a webinar, click on the webinar's link below:
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Send Program Inquiries To:
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NAMI California Office: (916) 567-0163
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Is the content of this email relevant to you?
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If you have something you'd like to see in the newsletter or want to send us a compliment, send us an email at
nami.california@namica.org
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