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We Remember: 20th Anniversary of September 11th  

To commemorate the 20th Anniversary of 9/11, MCAO employees shared stories of their experience during and in the events that followed the 9/11 attacks. Listen to each of their stories below. 

Katie Staab

DCA Katie Staab volunteered to share her experience on September 11th, 2001 in Washington D.C. where she worked at the U.S. Capitol.

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MCAO Provides Grants to 13 Local Non-Profit Organizations

Reid Pixler

DCA Reid Pixler shares his experience working in Iraq after the 9/11 attacks on behalf of the U.S. Department of Justice and Department of State. His legacy of service also includes his two sons who both served in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Jennifer Liewer

At the start of Jennifer Liewer’s career in communications, she worked with the American Red Cross serving communities across the country. Today, as the Communications Director for MCAO, she looks back at the time she helped with the recovery efforts at ground zero after the 9/11 attacks.

September is Suicide Prevention Month. It’s time to break the silence surrounding mental health and suicide. This year has been particularly difficult for kids and teens. You know your kids better than anyone, if they're acting different say something. It can be difficult to talk to your teen about suicide, but doing so can have a significant impact. 

Social Media and Youth Mental Health

Social media plays a big part in the lives of teens and young adults. Through social media networks, teens can connect with friends, family, their community, and school. At what point, however, does social media cross the line and become a detriment to teens and their mental health?

Talk to Kids and Teens About Healthy Coping Mechanisms 

The National Alliance of Mental Illness shared that teen suicide rates  in Arizona are higher than the national average, with 17% of high school students saying they've seriously considered attempting suicide in the past year. Healthy coping skills can help your kids and teens develop lifelong habits to manage their stress and improve their mental health.

Coming Up Next Month....

• Domestic Violence Awareness Month 
• Cybersecurity Awareness Month
• Red Ribbon Week | October 23rd-31st
• National Prescription Drug Take Back Day | October 23rd 

MCAO Employees Participate in 9/11 Day of Service

MCAO employees joined thousands of others across the country in giving back to their communities during the 9/11 Day of Service. Employees prepared meals and helped prepare a vegetable garden for the fall growing season at St. Vincent de Paul in Mesa.

Preparedness and Wellness Expo 2021

Maricopa County Public Health is offering multiple free services to prevent diseases like breast cancer, COVID-19, influenza, high blood pressure and more! 

The next event is on October 9th from 9 am to 1 pm in West Phoenix.

Legal Services Now Available to Renters in Maricopa County

Renters in Maricopa County facing eviction due to non-payment of rent now have access to legal services to help them understand their rights and to help prevent eviction. Legal support will be offered by Community Legal Services in addition to rent and utility assistance.

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