Your Voice. Your Story.
Your experience matters.
When families and individuals share their stories, policies become personal, statistics become people, and decision-makers gain a deeper understanding of what California's mental health system means in real life. Your voice can help shape a more compassionate, accountable system of care.
California Has Changed.
What has worked well for your loved one? For example, how did your county’s services support them and you? Was there a particular medication that was a game changer? Tell us about any ‘heroes’ you met along the way that made a difference in getting effective treatment (medical professionals, peers, county staff, elected officials). Please keep your loved one’s name anonymous.
Sharing your story brings others hope and helps us work towards replicating best practices across the state.
California Must Change.
What should we be fighting to improve? What hurdles have you faced in getting appropriate treatment for your loved one? How have healthcare professionals/county/law enforcement/elected officials hindered access to care. Has your role as a caregiver/parent/family member been valued or devalued in the process? Please keep your loved one’s name anonymous.
Sharing your story helps us identify local and statewide advocacy priorities.