September 18, 2023 - Harrisburg, PA
Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh, along with leaders from multiple state agencies and suicide prevention advocacy groups, joined together to recognize September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Although mental health and suicide prevention are important toaddress year-round, this month provides a dedicated time for people, organizations, and communities to join their voices and share that there is hope, help is available, and healing is possible."We are here today to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions of people who have struggled with suicidal ideation, and support the individuals, families, and communities that have been impacted," said Secretary Arkoosh. "Together, we can prevent suicide. By starting the conversation, providing resources, and directing help to those who need it, we can save lives. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. You are not alone."List of speakers: DHS Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh Department of Health Acting Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen Maj. Gen. Mark Schindler, Pennsylvania's adjutant general and head of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich Insurance Commissioner Mike Humphreys DMVA member, James Stafford Prevent Suicide PA member, Hannah Metzger
"We are here today to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions of people who have struggled with suicidal ideation, and support the individuals, families, and communities that have been impacted," said Secretary Arkoosh. "Together, we can prevent suicide. By starting the conversation, providing resources, and directing help to those who need it, we can save lives. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. You are not alone."
List of speakers: DHS Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh Department of Health Acting Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen Maj. Gen. Mark Schindler, Pennsylvania's adjutant general and head of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich Insurance Commissioner Mike Humphreys DMVA member, James Stafford Prevent Suicide PA member, Hannah Metzger
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