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Commission proclaims Suicide Prevention Awareness Month; speaker urges 988
Summary
The commission proclaimed September 2024 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Stephanie Evans, a licensed counselor with the Robertson County Health Council, urged awareness of the 988 crisis line and noted a state suicide rate cited in the meeting; the council received a $10,000 prevention grant.
The board adopted a proclamation designating September 2024 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Robertson County. Stephanie Evans, who identified herself as a licensed professional counselor with Mydeo Christian Mental Health Services and representing the Robertson County Health Council, outlined county prevention efforts and urged commissioners and residents to promote the 988 crisis line for mental‑health emergencies.
Evans said Tennessee's suicide rate is higher than the national rate and urged residents to "call 988" when someone is in emotional distress. She also said the Robertson County Health Council was recognized as a suicide‑prevention champion and received a $10,000 grant to support local work. "We can all do something to prevent suicide," Evans said during her remarks.
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