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BISMARCK, N.D. (Prairie News Service) – North Dakota is rolling out another round of grants to help communities prevent suicides, and state officials say there’s more urgency with this funding, given the pandemic and its added stresses for many.
The Department of Human Services’ Behavioral Health Division will award 750-thousand dollars, to be shared by up to 19 community groups, local and tribal governments and nonprofits – all to develop or increase suicide-prevention strategies.
Division Director Pamela Sagness says while more people may already have reached out for help, history shows for others, it can take longer for the effects of a crisis to surface.
Lyle Mays
Nov. 27, 1953-Feb. 10, 2020
The jazz pianist is best known for his work recording with the Pat Metheny Group, though he lent his considerable chops beyond the group, too. He died at age 66 after what relatives said was a long and recurring illness.
As a student at the University of North Texas in the 1970s, Mays composed and arranged the music for the One Oâclock Lab Bandâs album
Lab â75, which was nominated for a Grammy Award. Mays went on to be nominated for 23 Grammys, and won 11 as a member of the Pat Metheny Group, which was known for its jazz fusion music. Mays also found his talents charmed critics and fans alike after recording his first solo album, for which he picked up a Grammy nomination as well. Mays made five solo albums, and co-composed the music for the movie
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Q: Are there any low cost/free counseling services for senior citizens who have fixed/limited income? I know a person who is depressed about the deaths of many friends this year, the pandemic and could possibly be suicidal. Iâm not close to her, but I feel like she needs professional help. Iâm sure there are other senior citizens who could benefit from this information too.
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Answer: Andy Hagler, the executive director of the Mental Health Association in Forsyth County had this advice: First, if anyone in the community is experiencing a mental health crisis, there is a 24/7 âMobile Crisis/Mobile Engagementâ services provided by Daymark Recovery Services to help those experiencing a mental health crisis. To reach Mobile Crisis/Mobile Crisis Services, simply dial: 1-866-275-9552. This service helps those experiencing a mental heal