NAMI Temecula Valley

04/25/2026

04/15/2026

Stop by our table at the GEN Z Empowerment Summit on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 9 AM 3 PM at the Marion Ashley Community Center, located at 25625 Briggs Rd, Menifee!

This inspiring event is designed for Gen Z voices ages 16-24 and will cover essential topics as economic empowerment, mental and physical health, and social action.

Connect with like-minded individuals, ignite your power, and be part of the change!

Hope to see you there 💕

04/13/2026

This Wednesday! How does Mental Health Court work?

Join NAMI Temecula Valley for a free community event featuring speakers from Riverside University Health System.

You’ll hear from:

• Willard Wynn, Peer Services Program Manager for the Family Advocate Program – Forensics
• Maritza Camacho, Senior Family Advocate

Both work closely with families navigating the mental health and criminal justice systems and will share insights on how Mental Health Courts connect individuals with treatment and support.

Wednesday, April 15
6:00–6:50 PM — Sharing Circle
7:00–8:00 PM — Speaker Presentation

📍 Temecula Valley Hospital, Heroes Community Room

Food & beverages provided
✔ Free and open to the community

04/11/2026

Depression is a disorder of the brain that's more than just "feeling blue" for a few days.

Help raise awareness about depression by learning its types, signs and symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help http://samhsa.gov/mental-health/depression

04/10/2026

This legislative session, NAMI California is proud to sponsor SB 1028 from Senator Archuleta which looks to create the Behavioral Health Crisis Response Advisory Group.

This group would work to examine the role of law enforcement in behavioral health crisis response and collaborate on recommendations to support coordination between behavioral health crisis services accessed through 988 and emergency response systems. Learn more: namica.quorum.us/PriorityLegislation

04/10/2026

Serious emotional disturbance (SED) affects up to 7M youth in the U.S. Our latest brief—part of a 10-paper collection—provides an overview of SED, including daily functioning and developmental needs ➡️ library.samhsa.gov/product/refocus-and-renew-moving-towards-health-technical-assistance-papers/pep26-01-006

04/10/2026

Caring for others—especially children—can be deeply rewarding, but it can also be emotionally and physically demanding.

Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s necessary to show up as your best self for those who depend on you.

Today, take a few intentional moments to check in with yourself. Even small pauses can make a big difference.

What’s one thing you can do today to recharge?

04/10/2026

Mental health is health. 🌎

On and every day, Mental Health America is committed to promoting mental health as a critical part of our well-being.

Physical and mental health are equally important and deeply connected. Things like sleep, stress, movement, nutrition, and existing health conditions all play a role in how we feel, both mentally and physically.

Learn more about the connection between our physical and mental health: https://mhanational.org/resources/is-your-body-sending-warning-signs-about-your-mental-health/

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