News & Stories
Stories of Momentum for Health’s impact as a nonprofit providing mental health and addiction treatment services for individuals in Santa Clara County.
Stories of Service: How Volunteers Shape Momentum
We invited several volunteers to share their experiences in their own words — what brought them to Momentum, what they learned, and more.
Black History Month 2026: Q&A with Ronita Rainey
Momentum for Health is proud to spotlight Ronita Rainey (pictured above), Lead AOD Residential Coordinator at our Parisi House on the Hill program.
Rodney’s Story: Inspiring Others Through Example
Growing up surrounded by violence and pain, Rodney started experiencing mental health challenges. Today, through his own dedication and the help of Momentum, Rodney feels like himself again.
Stephanie’s Story: Transforming Lives & Giving Back
After years of struggling with generational cycles of addiction, Stephanie came to our Parisi House on the Hill program in 2021–and now works there full-time!
Morgan Hill restaurants join ‘Star Chefs’ benefit for mental health services
Two Morgan Hill restaurants will join forces with 15 other South Bay establishments for “Star Chefs and the Wines & Spirits They Love,” a fundraising event benefiting mental health services in Santa Clara County.
Cooking for a good cause: “Star Chefs” fundraiser returns Sept. 21
“Star Chefs and the Wines and Spirits They Love” features gourmet small plates paired with wines, spirits (or brews) — all to benefit Momentum for Health.
Jim Millsap, Executive Director of La Selva Group, Retiring After 25 Years
After 25 years as Executive Director of La Selva Group, a division of Momentum for Health, Jim Millsap has announced his retirement this November.
After hopeful decline, drug deaths are rising in these Bay Area
A steady drop in drug deaths that had given public health officials hope in fighting the overdose crisis now appears to be reversing course in parts of the Bay Area.