Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/04/2021 - 12:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Mental Health Awareness Month is dedicated to building awareness, breaking down stigma, and providing resources for individuals and families. During the month of May, South Lake Tahoe government agencies, schools, and organizations will shed light on this issue, highlighting available pathways for support and encouraging involvement from community members and groups.
In honor of this month, South Tahoe Now has changed our logo on social media and on other avenues to reflect the importance of understanding the importance of this month and will be providing education on the avenues one can take to get help, who to talk to, and how to understand situations we can all find ourselves in.
Working together to build awareness and break down stigma during Mental Health Awareness Month
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Westchester Recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month Written by Westchester County
On May 3, Westchester County Executive George Latimer will officially launch May as “Mental Health Awareness Month.” Latimer announced the annual recognition would appear in digital form outside the Westchester County Center for the month of May, as well as display a banner in the main lobby of the Michaelian Office Building.
Latimer said: “This is one of the few opportunities I get as County Executive to officially declare May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Westchester. The importance of this event is obviously good mental health, which is more relevant today than ever as we face this pandemic as a community. There is a stigma that is often attached to mental health needs, and we need to take this opportunity to promote wellness and resilience. I am very proud of all the wonderful work that is being done by our County departments, our not-for-profits and private clini
May Brings Mental Health Awareness Month
They say that April showers bring May flowers, but also Mental Health Awareness Month.. So often, we focus on our physical bodies as in working out, eating well, and sleeping. At times, it can be hard to stop and breathe. I am thankful that more people have been focusing on mental health over the past couple of years.
It is important to take as little as 10 minutes a day to relax, meditate or do yoga. Mental Health Awareness Month begins with breaking the stigma. Let us talk about how we are feeling, what we hope to overcome and how we plan to get there.
The Mayor was joined by medical professionals from around Columbia.
Back row, from left Dana Harris, Leigh Spence, Scott Clardy and Adielle Ehret. Middle from left Garima Singh and Erin Harris. Front row, from left Mayor Brian Treece, Mat Gass. Burrell Behavioral Health
The proclamation signed by Mayor Brian Treece that declares May as mental health awareness month. Mental Health Awareness Month is an opportunity to increase public understanding of the importance of mental health, Treece said. Promoting mental wellness in children, youth and adults is critical to productivity and ability to face adversity.
Mayor Treece said he hopes that this declaration will help emphasize that mental health is a big part of everyone s overall health.
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