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PROCLAMATION:
May •.
May 16, 2023 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT
PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD -
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Proclamation
Mental Health Awareness Month
May 2023
WHEREAS, Mental Health Awareness month has been observed in the United States
since 1949; and
WHEREAS, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health
condition; and
WHEREAS, the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) is launching the "More Than
Enough" campaign to uplift and empower all people to feel that they are "more than
enough" and are inherently worthy of life, love, and healing; and
WHEREAS, NAMI'S message is one of hope and inclusion — no matter what one may
look like, no matter where one is in their journey, no matter what on is or isn't able to
do; and
WHEREAS, each business, school, government agency, healthcare provider,
organization and citizen share the burden of mental health problems and has a
responsibility to promote mental wellness and support prevention; and
WHEREAS, assistance and support is available through the Suicide and Crisis lifeline by
dialing 988; and
WHEREAS, on May 10 ,2023, the Mount Prospect Human Services Department hosted
the 3rd Annual Mental Health Matters event that focuses on breaking down stigmas and
building up resilience.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Paul Wm. Hoefert, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do
hereby proclaim the month of May 2023 as
Mental Health Awareness Month
in the Village of Mount Prospect to help cultivate awareness for all residents of Mount
Prospect.
Paul Wm. Hoefert
Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen M. Agoranos
Village Clerk