Napa State Hospital Volunteer Community Advisory Board
Enhancing patient lives at Napa State Hospital
We are local members of the community who operate independently as a non-profit 501(c)3 entity with a mission to obtain donations and recruit volunteers to enhance the lives of DSH-Napa patients. CAB ensures funds raised are expended directly to the patients receiving care and treatment services at DSH-Napa.
Napa State Hospital Community Advisory Board: Our Purpose
Support our cause by contributing to a brighter future.
Messages of appreciation directly from Napa State Hospital patients and staff:
Thank you so much for your generous gift of the food for the Special Event! The patients loved the tamales and enjoyed the special treat. Staff were all so grateful to have a break from the tedious paperwork, it was such a seamless process that felt like a holiday gift for us too!
Thank you again, you made our event so special
Alicia B., MA, BC-DMT
Program Assistant, Rehabilitation Therapy Services
Department of State Hospitals – Napa
Their support has been invaluable, exceeding all expectations and fostering hope.
John Smith
Healthcare Volunteer
Our Board Members
Donnie Bennett
Board Chair
Donnie, a North Bay native and Vallejo High graduate, became a licensed Psychiatric Technician from Napa Valley College in 1985.
For 10 years, he cared for forensic patients at Napa State Hospital, administering medications and supporting healthcare.
Passionate about protection, he became a patrol officer enforcing regulations to keep staff, patients and residents safe. Later promoted to Hospital Police Sergeant, he managed training and recruitment.
In 2002, Donnie returned to clinical work as a Medical Technical Assistant at California Medical Facility in Vacaville for six years, eventually supervising staff and managing crises as Senior MTA.
By 2018, he retired as a respected Correctional Sergeant at CA Department of Corrections, enforcing policies with firmness and fairness. Donnie lives in Fairfield since 1991 with his wife, two daughters and two grandchildren.
Team Member Two
Board Treasurer
This team member is known for their creativity and problem-solving skills.
Sheree Johnson
Board Liaison
Sheree Johnson is a dedicated community advocate and marketing professional committed to enhancing the lives of Napa State Hospital patients. As Board Liaison, her role is crucial in maintaining the partnership and collaboration with Enhanced Patient Services. Sheree brings valuable project management expertise from her professional role in the wine industry to optimize CAB’s social presents, volunteer engagement and community awareness. Sheree takes a hands-on approach to ensuring that funds and donations directly benefit patients receiving care and treatment services.
Professionally, Sheree is the Marketing Project Manager at a leading Napa Valley wine company. She has a unique blend of marketing acumen, project management skills and dependability that makes her an asset to CAB’s mission. Sheree resides in Napa with her three children and her dog, Lola.
Team Member Four
Board Member
This team member excels in leadership and strategic thinking.
The humanity that we all share is more important than the mental illness we may not
Elyn R. Saks