Proclaiming September 5-11, 2021, as Suicide Prevention Week and September 2021 as Recovery Month BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF:
REMEMBRANCE & COMMEMORATION:
SEPTEMBER 11, 2021
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 27th day of August, 2021.
APPROVED AS TO FORM: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Jonathan Meyer, Prosecuting Attorney LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Eric Eisenberg Absent
By: Eric Eisenberg, Gary Stamper, Chair
Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
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Rieva Lester, Sean D. Swope, Commissioner
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SUICIDA PREVENTION WEEK
RECOVERY MONTH
LEWIS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, millions of people around the world will join their voices next month to
share a message of hope and healing as part of National Suicide Prevention Week
(September 5-11, 2021) and National Recovery Month(September 2021);and
WHEREAS,these observances are united in raising awareness that prevention is
possible,treatment is effective and people do recover;and
WHEREAS, all individuals should be able to access high quality prevention,support,
rehabilitation and treatment services that lead to recovery and a healthy lifestyle; and
WHEREAS, resiliency begins early in life within families, day cares and schools,and it
can be strengthened and reinforced throughout individuals' lives; and
WHEREAS, recovery and wellness encompass the whole individual, including mind, body,spirit and
community; and
WHEREAS,the benefits of preventing and overcoming mental health challenges,suicide attempts and
substance abuse are significant and valuable to individuals,families and our community at large;and
WHEREAS, it is essential that we educate residents about suicide and mental health and substance
abuse problems, including the ways they affect all people in the community;and
WHEREAS,we must encourage relatives,friends,co-workers and providers to recognize the signs of a
problem,and guide those in need to appropriate services and supports;and
WHEREAS,Suicide Prevention Week and Recovery Month inspire millions of Americans to raise
awareness, build resiliency and find hope.
NOW,THEREFORE the Board of County Commissioners does hereby proclaim September 5-11, 2021, as
Suicide Prevention Week and September 2021 as Recovery Month.
Done in open session this 27th day of August 2021.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOCC Meeting Date: Aug. 27, 2021
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Proclamation
Proclaiming September 5-11, 2021, as Suicide Prevention Week and September 2021 as Recovery
Month
Contact: Rieva Lester Phone: 360-740-1419
Department: BOCC - Board of County Commissioners
Description:
Proclaiming September 5-11, 2021, as Suicide Prevention Week and September 2021 as Recovery
Month.
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