HomeMy WebLinkAbout24-036 RESOLUTION NO. 24-036
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 2024 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. Tens of thousands of people reach out to 211 helpline each year.
2. During these challenging times that seem increasingly uncertain, 211's highly trained and
accredited staff continue to be frontline responders available 24/7.
3. 211 is that central access number where individuals and families, people of all ages and
walks of life can find life-saving crisis support, guidance and HOPE.
4. People have expressed growing struggles with mental and emotional health, addiction, and
the ability to meet their basic needs of housing, utility payments, food and other concerns.
211's caring staff listen to each and every person to provide available resource options and
to help them strategize and problem solve.
5. 211 also has specialized advocacy and support programs for the community that include
Caregiver Support,Help Me Grow,Elder Crisis Outreach and 211's life-saving"Sunshine"
daily calls for lonely and isolated seniors and caregivers.
6. 211 is also the infrastructure and responder for the 988 Lifeline number and additional
support lines that include First Responders and MYFLVET for veterans with peer-to-peer
support and assistance for 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 2024 as"2-1-1 Awareness Month"
in St. Lucie County,Florida.
2. This Board also urge all citizens to be aware that if they are overwhelmed and in crisis or
just need to talk, 211 is available any time of day or night. 211 staff 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 20th day of February 2024.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ST. LUCIE COUNTY,FLORIDA
BY:
EPUTY CL RK CHAIR
APPROVED O FO AND
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