September is Suicide Prevention Month-Learn More
County of Marin, California sent this bulletin at 09/09/2022 11:16 AM PDT
September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month. One of the primary reasons for a month-long recognition is to raise awareness about suicide. Through awareness, we are more prepared to help prevent this tragedy within our community.
The County of Marin is committed to suicide prevention, education, outreach and support. On Tuesday, our Board of Supervisors plans to approve a Resolution proclaiming September as “Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month in Marin County”. In addition, we will hear an update from our Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Team on the Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan and on a new report, “From Compassion to Action: A Community Guide for Suicide Prevention & Support in Marin”.
If you or someone you know needs help, please know that you are not alone. Crisis lines, counselors, intervention programs, and more are available to you, whether you are in crisis yourself or concerned about someone else.
There are several community events taking place this month. Below, please find additional resources. The more we all know about suicide, the more lives we can save.
- New National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988
- Crisis Text Line Text MARIN to 741-741
- The Trevor Project for LGBTQ Young People): 1-866-488-7386
- Friendship Line (for Older Adults): 1-800-971-0016
- Trans Lifeline 1-877-565-8860
- Teen Line Call 1-800-852-8336 (from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. PST)
- Know the Signs website a statewide suicide prevention social marketing campaign
- Marin County Suicide Prevention Collaborative
- National Association of School Psychologists Prevention Youth Suicide Materials
Many of us have lost someone we loved to suicide or been touched by it. We want to acknowledge those left behind and those who have died. Together, we can learn to know the signs, listen and show support, and work to prevent suicide in our community.
Please do not reply to this message, as it will go to a general mailbox that is not routinely monitored. Contact the District 5 Team at the email addresses below with any questions, comments, or concerns:
Supervisor Judy Arnold: JArnold@marincounty.org
District 5 Aides:
Tanya Albert: TAlbert@marincounty.org
Leslie Weber: LWeber@marincounty.org
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Not all events are sponsored by the County of Marin. County of Marin sponsored events are required to be accessible. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation to participate in a County program, service, or activity, requests may be made by calling (415) 473-4381 (Voice), Dial 711 for CA Relay, or by email at least five business days in advance of the event. We will do our best to fulfill requests received with less than five business days’ notice. Copies of documents are available in alternative formats upon request. | |||
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