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: behavioral health
Report Shows Slight Increase In Suicide Deaths
Sep. 7, 2023 | 5:10 PMReading Time: 2 minutes
After years of declines, confirmed suicide deaths in San Diego County rose to 360 in 2022, slightly more than the 358 recorded in 2021, which was the lowest number of deaths in 10 years.
Annual Celebration Brings Together Recovery Support and Resources
Aug. 23, 2023 | 2:27 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The County is bringing together its partner and members of the community to raise awareness about local treatment, support and recovery resources in honor of National Recovery Month.
County Accepts $44.3 Million in One-Time Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Grant Funding
Jul. 18, 2023 | 4:37 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
The County of San Diego Board of Supervisors approved Tuesday using $44.3 million in state Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Program funds to provide more housing for San Diegans who have serious behavioral health conditions and are experiencing homelessness.
County to Take Part in New Youth Suicide Reporting and Crisis Response Program
Jun. 14, 2023 | 11:53 AMReading Time: 2 minutes
Hoping to find new ways to keep young people from attempting suicide, the County is poised to take part in a $4.1 million state youth suicide-focused pilot program.
VIDEO: County Breaks Ground on Affordable Housing in Oceanside
Jan. 17, 2023 | 5:53 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
A new affordable housing project broke ground today in Oceanside. When finished, Greenbrier Village will become home to low-income people, including those experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.
VIDEO: Behavioral Health Court Graduation
Sep. 23, 2022 | 2:09 PMReading Time: < 1 minute
Behavioral Health Court is a program designed to help people with behavioral health challenges transition from jail to a life of self-sufficiency. It is multi-tier program where participants learn to better manage their condition, set goals and measure their progress. They learn to adjust to changes and connect to community services to maintain their care.