Mental Health Resources | Supportive Services

In the News: Petition demands San Jose school district support LGBTQ students

March 23, 2023

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Our director recently spoke with San Jose Spotlight about a petition circulating that demands the San Jose School District support LGBTQ students.

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In the News: H.O.P.E. connects with Fairfield’s low-income and homeless communities

March 7, 2023

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Caminar's Resource Connect Solano team participated in Fairfield Police Department’s Homeless Intervention team's annual free resource event.

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Caminar Connections: March 2023

March 1, 2023

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The prevalence and effects of lethal drugs like fentanyl, a polarized political environment, among so many other issues, cause anxiety, depression.

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Caminar Connections: February 2023

February 1, 2023

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We are pleased to share with you Caminar's fiscal year 2022 Impact Report, which details the work in — and impact on — the community last year.

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A Message from Mark: The Oppression of Gun Violence

January 24, 2023

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The seemingly unstoppable commission of gun violence is far too often, always devastating, and – ultimately – preventable.

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Our fiscal year 2021-2022 impact, with thanks to you

January 24, 2023

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We are pleased to share with you our fiscal year 2021-22 Impact Report, which demonstrates the work we were able to do.

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Mia And Roberto's Story: A Family's Journey To Mental Health And Well-Being

January 3, 2023

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Mia, a 17-year-old San Jose high school student, was called into her principal's office because her grades were declining.

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Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Provides Generous, Ongoing Support to Caminar

January 3, 2023

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Sutter Health Palo Alto Medical Foundation has generously awarded us two grants to generate awareness and provide treatment to adolescents.

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Sutter Health Palo Alto Medical Foundation Supports Work on Adolescent Mental Health

January 3, 2023

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Sutter Health Palo Alto Medical Foundation has generously awarded us two grants to generate awareness and provide treatment to adolescents, families.

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Caminar In The News: Proposition 1 Ekes Out A Win In Final Vote Count

January 1, 2023

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Wendy Garrish

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California’s Proposition 1 officially passed more than two weeks after election day, and KPIX -TV reported on what it means for the state.

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In the News: Mark Cloutier on NBC Bay Area

January 1, 2023

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Our CEO was interviewed by NBC-TV on World Teen Mental Wellness Day about the mental health struggles our youth face in the wake of the pandemic

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Caminar Connections: January 2023

January 1, 2023

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Thank you for your ongoing support of Caminar, our programs, clients, and community. We hope 2023 is starting off on a positive note for you.

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Riley: LGBTQ Youth Space Program Participant

December 26, 2022

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Wendy Garrish

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The existence of the Youth Space is a crucial milestone in protecting the mental health of young LGBTQ+ people.

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Penélope: LGBTQ Youth Space Program Participant

December 26, 2022

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I joined the LGBTQ Youth Space about a week after coming out early this year and the community has brought me so much comfort and support.

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Brandon's Story: Caminar Helped Me Heal

December 26, 2022

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Meet Brandon, a second-generation American Kenyan, older brother, and proud son of Cecilia Gichane-Bell. Brandon’s life was impacted by grief.

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Gina's Story: Thankful To Have Reclaimed My Power

December 26, 2022

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Caminar welcomed Gina after her doctor referred her to Redwood House, Caminar’s crisis residential house in Redwood City.

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Maritza: Wellness Program Director

December 26, 2022

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“What gets me up in the morning is being able to instill hope in families that have been inflicted with this narrative that they’re not good enough".

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Brian: Wellness Program Staff

December 26, 2022

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"As one person I can’t change the world, but I can change someone’s world, and we can make it better.”

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Noemi: Wellness Program Staff

December 26, 2022

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Wellness program staff go above and beyond to make sure that the families' needs are met, “not just through activities and information.

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Davia's Story: Caminar Rallied Behind Me

December 23, 2022

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Recently, Davia Ann Simpson made the challenging decision to admit herself into the hospital due to suicidal feelings and unmonitored schizophrenia.

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Will's Story: Caminar Gave Me a Space to Thrive

December 23, 2022

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Will Couch's passion for service work led him back to Caminar. A few years before his return, he had accessed Caminar’s substance use treatment services.

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A Personal Story: From Struggling To Healing

December 22, 2022

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We are grateful to this client from our residential program who shared their very personal reflection on coping with complex mental health conditions.

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Ed's Story: Rescued By Caminar

December 22, 2022

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Suddenly delusional and overcome with irrational thoughts, Ed checked himself into the hospital. He was 22, living at home, and employed.

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Caminar Connections: December 2022

December 1, 2022

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Because of your support of Caminar’s programs, lives are changed every day. Thank you. Lives like Mia and Roberto’s, who recently shared their story with us:

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A Statement from our CEO on the Club Q Murders

November 21, 2022

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We awoke Sunday morning to the news of yet another senseless act of gun violence against innocent people.

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Caminar's Director of School-Based Programs to Present at 8th Annual Wellness Together Student Mental Wellness Conference

Caminar to Commemorate 60th Anniversary at Annual Fall Celebration

Food Bank Of Contra Costa And Solano Feature: Food And Fun Support Mental Health At Caminar