Edgewater Mental Health Plan

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Edgewater City Council believes that our community will benefit from an intentional effort to develop a holistic and strategic plan related to mental health.

Our desire to improve the mental health of our community by increasing quality mental health resources within our community is in direct response to social injustices that have occurred locally and nationally, the COVID-19 pandemic, the increase of suicide and domestic violence, a collective prioritization of mental health, and an acknowledgment that to thrive individually and as a community we all need mental health resources.

Why Are We Doing This?

  • Responding to Issues: We want to help with problems like unfair treatment, the effects of COVID-19, and the rise in suicide and domestic violence.

  • Putting Mental Health First: We all agree that mental health is really important, both for each person and for our whole community.

What We Want to Do:

  • Helping the Police: We're supporting our police in understanding mental health better. This way, they can handle tough situations with care.

  • Supporting After Trauma: We want to help police, victims, and anyone affected by crime or tragedy in a way that understands the pain they've been through.

  • Training City Workers: Our city staff is learning about mental health, so they can consider it when planning events or services.

Edgewater City Council believes that our community will benefit from an intentional effort to develop a holistic and strategic plan related to mental health.

Our desire to improve the mental health of our community by increasing quality mental health resources within our community is in direct response to social injustices that have occurred locally and nationally, the COVID-19 pandemic, the increase of suicide and domestic violence, a collective prioritization of mental health, and an acknowledgment that to thrive individually and as a community we all need mental health resources.

Why Are We Doing This?

  • Responding to Issues: We want to help with problems like unfair treatment, the effects of COVID-19, and the rise in suicide and domestic violence.

  • Putting Mental Health First: We all agree that mental health is really important, both for each person and for our whole community.

What We Want to Do:

  • Helping the Police: We're supporting our police in understanding mental health better. This way, they can handle tough situations with care.

  • Supporting After Trauma: We want to help police, victims, and anyone affected by crime or tragedy in a way that understands the pain they've been through.

  • Training City Workers: Our city staff is learning about mental health, so they can consider it when planning events or services.

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    Edgewater City Council has embarked on a mission: to holistically improve the mental health resources of our community. With recent events both local and national, including the reverberations from the COVID-19 pandemic and heightened social issues, the need for robust mental health support is clearer than ever. Check out the Draft Mental Health Plan and give your feedback!

    Why This Matters?

    1. Addressing social injustices: The focus on mental health is a direct response to local and national social injustices.

    2. Combatting the effects of the pandemic: The ongoing ripples of the COVID-19 pandemic have had profound impacts on collective mental well-being.

    3. Rising cases of suicide and domestic violence: The rising incidents in our community emphasize the urgent need for improved mental health resources.

    4. Prioritizing community well-being: For our community to thrive, comprehensive mental health support is essential.

    Our Goals:

    • Supporting Our Police: Enhance public safety services by ensuring that they are informed by a strong understanding of mental health issues. This means addressing complex situations with sensitivity and understanding.

    • Trauma-Informed Support: Offer trauma-informed care to police officers, victims, and community members affected by crime or tragedy.

    • Training City Staff: Equip city staff with the knowledge they need to better serve the community's mental health needs. This extends to city-sponsored events, services, and other initiatives.

    How Can You Help?

    We need your input! As we work to develop a road map tailored to Edgewater's unique needs, your feedback is invaluable. Whether you have specific resources to recommend, or insights into areas of priority, we want to hear from you.

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    Your voice matters. Dive into the "IDEAS" tab and let us know your thoughts, suggestions, and feedback. Together, let's make Edgewater a beacon of community mental health support.

Page last updated: 11 Sep 2024, 03:54 PM