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Yingling Works to Improve Access to Mental Health Care, Recognizes Suicide Prevention Month

Sep 24, 2021 | Yingling

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – With the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacting the mental health of many Illinoisans, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is highlighting Suicide Prevention Month to ensure residents are aware of the mental health resources that are...

Manley Recognizes Suicide Prevention Month, Works to Improve Access to Mental Health Resources

Sep 24, 2021 | Manley

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – In response to the increased number of residents facing mental health challenges due to the many difficulties experienced throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is fighting to pass legislation improving mental health...

Hirschauer Recognizes Suicide Prevention Month

Sep 16, 2021 | Hirschauer

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – To raise awareness for Suicide Prevention Month, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is highlighting resources for those struggling with their mental health. “Mental health emergencies affect all people, regardless of income, race, gender or...

Yednock Joins Advocates of Suicide Prevention Highlights Support for Veterans, First Responders

Oct 17, 2019 | Yednock

OTTAWA Ill. – Recently, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, joined the Illinois Chapter of The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for their annual Out of the Darkness walk to raise awareness and funds to support survivors of suicide loss. “The most...

Hurley Measure to Address Student Mental Health, Suicide Prevention Signed by Pritzker

Oct 3, 2019 | Hurley

CHICAGO – Continuing her efforts to enact policies to address mental health wellness and suicide prevention, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, recently passed legislation that directs school districts to offer specialized training programs to employees, to better...

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