Mental Health

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In Saratoga this week, there were no new city-specific mental health proposals, projects, or decisions reported. Most recent activity related to mental health has been at the Santa Clara County level, where the Behavioral Health Services Department is facing a $100 million budget shortfall for fiscal year 2026–27 due to federal Medi-Cal cuts, changes in state funding, and the end of COVID-19 relief funds. This countywide funding crisis may impact mental health services accessible to Saratoga residents. What to watch: - Any upcoming Saratoga City Council agenda items addressing local mental health service funding or support in response to the county’s budget challenges.

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