HomeMy WebLinkAbout23-017 RESOLUTION NO. 23-017
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 2023 AS "2-1-1 AWARENESS MONTH"
IN ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida has made the
following determinations:
1. 211 helpline and crisis line continues to be that beacon of hope providing life-saving crisis
support and guidance when people are overwhelmed and don't know where to turn.
2. During these challenging times that include pandemic impact and economic instability
and recent hurricanes, 211's caring and highly trained staff have been the frontline
responders 24/7 through it all.
3. People of all ages and walks of life are reaching out for their growing struggles with mental
and emotional health, addiction, housing, health and other concerns. 211 staff listen to
each and every person to provide available resource options and to help them strategize
and problem solve.
4. 211 also has specialized advocacy and support programs for the community that include
Caregiver Support, Help Me Grow and 211's life-saving "Sunshine" daily phone calls which
continue to brighten the lives of isolated seniors and caregivers.
S. 211's also responds to the 988 Lifeline number and support lines that include First
Responders and MYFLVET for veterans with peer-to-peer support providing assistance to
these specialized groups and their families.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie
County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby proclaim the month of February 2023 as "2-1-1 Awareness
Month" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
2. This Board also urges all citizens to be aware that if they are overwhelmed and in crisis or
just need to talk, 2-1-1 is available any time of day or night. 2-1-1 can also provide
referrals for Mental Health Counseling, Substance Abuse, Health Care, Employment, Food
Assistance, Day Care, Support Groups, Volunteering, VITA free income tax preparation
and so much more.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 7th day of February 2023.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
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DEPUTY CLERK CHAP
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APPROVED A ND CORRECTNESS:
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COUNTY ATTO NE
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