Embracing Life After Attempted Suicide
Oct. 6, 2023 | 11:00 AMReading Time: < 1 minute
Lisa Garcia is a survivor. She attempted suicide twice. Today, she is thankful for every day, every milestone and every celebration. This is her story.
Tag: access and crisis line
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Adds to County’s Resources
Jul. 14, 2022 | 9:57 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
People experiencing a suicide, mental health or substance use crisis will now be able to call or text to a three-digit 988 dialing code to get help for themselves or a loved one.
Public Health Order Amended to Allow Shutdown of Beaches
Mar. 23, 2020 | 7:46 PMReading Time: 3 minutes
The County has issued an amended COVID-19 public health order giving it the discretion to close down beaches if social distancing rules aren’t enforced. County Public Health Officer Wilma Wooten made the announcement during a news conference Monday.