HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRO-2021-025-Proclamation designationg September 2021 as Suicide Prevention Month PRO - 2021 - 025 ; 4 - b ; 9 / 14 / 21
ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING SEPTEMBER 2021
AS SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH
WHEREAS, September is National Suicide Prevention Month and is intended to help raise
awareness surrounding suicide prevention resources available in the community; and
WHEREAS, suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, race, orientation, income
level, religion or backgrounds and
WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease Control, suicide is the 10tn leading cause of death
in the United States , is the 2nd leading cause of death for those 10 - 34 years of age, and was
responsible for more than 47, 500 deaths in 2019 ; and
WHEREAS, from 2014 through 2018 , Orange County lost 70 lives to suicide ; and
WHEREAS, suicide and suicide attempts affect the health and well - being of friends, loved ones,
co -workers , and the community, and
WHEREAS, every member of our community should understand that throughout life ' s struggles we
need reminders that we are not alone and can reach out for help ; and
WHEREAS, Orange County chooses to publicly state and place our full support behind local
educators , mental and physical health professionals, athletic coaches , scout leaders , police officers,
faith leaders , and parents as partners in supporting our community in being available to one
another; and
WHEREAS, all residents are encouraged to take the time to inquire as to the wellbeing of their
family, friends , and neighbors , to listen to their concerns , and convey appreciation for their
existence ,
NOW THEREFORE, we, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, do hereby proclaim September
2021 as Suicide Prevention Month in Orange County, recognizing suicide as a serious public health
problem that can have long- lasting effects on individuals , families and communities , that suicide is
preventable, and that everyone can help by learning the warning signs , promoting prevention and
resilience, and making necessary social changes .
This the 14tn Day of September 2021 .
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Renee Price, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners