HomeMy WebLinkAbout20201243.tiffWHEREAS, mental health is the health of our minds, affecting how we think, feel and live; and is
crucial to physical health and emotional well-being; and
WHEREAS, life's challenges can affect people's behavioral health, with more than half a million
Coloradans reporting they have at least eight days of poor mental health every month; and one in
every four people will be affected by mental illness; and with early, effective treatment, recovery is
possible; and
WHEREAS, local collaboration paired with community -based prevention, intervention, and treatment
can prevent hospitalization or incarceration; and
WHEREAS, North Range Behavioral Health combines community collaboration with a variety of
services at its numerous residential and outpatient facilities throughout Weld County; and
WHEREAS, knowing that children learn best in relationships, North Range Behavioral Health offers
evidence -based education and consultation to caregivers to support the building of strong bonds and
positive early childhood mental health; and
WHEREAS, since 2014, Weld residents, without regard for ability to pay, have had access to 24/7
Crisis Services; and
WHEREAS, at the onset of COVID-19, North Range swiftly converted to a telehealth model to
continue to serve existing and new clients; and
WHEREAS, Weld County residents are healthier because of North Range's collaboration with
community health centers, school districts, human services, law enforcement, United Way, and many
others; and
WHEREAS, National Mental Health Month is observed every May to raise awareness about
behavioral health, recovery, and the importance of prevention and mental wellness.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of Weld County Commissioners does hereby proclaim May 2020 as
Mental Health Month and call upon the citizens, government agencies, public and private institutions,
businesses and schools to recommit our community to increasing awareness and understanding of
behavioral health, and the need for appropriate and accessible services for all citizens.
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