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PROCLAMATION sA <br /> DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 5-11, 2017, AS <br /> "2-1-1 AWARENESS WEEK" <br /> WHEREAS, many times when individuals and families need help in meeting life's basic needs or are <br /> experiencing times of crisis and are not sure where to turn; and <br /> WHEREAS, 2-1-1 is an easy to remember, easy to use three-digit number recognized as the central <br /> linkage point in providing individuals and families with the guidance, support and information they need to <br /> solve their problems; and with the crisis intervention and suicide prevention they seek to keep them safe; and <br /> WHEREAS, Indian River County is fortunate to have 2-1-1 HelpLine, a service that is available any time <br /> of day or night that enables individuals and families to get the help they need; and <br /> WHEREAS, 2-1-1's specialized advocacy and support services also include the Help Me Grow Initiative <br /> which helps link vulnerable families to crucial services while 2-1-1's life-saving "Sunshine" daily phone calls <br /> continue to positively impact the lives of local housebound and/or isolated seniors—all at no cost to those <br /> participating; and <br /> WHEREAS, 2-1-1 HelpLine service is free, confidential, available 24/7, with highly trained staff who <br /> assisted thousands of individuals in need of crisis intervention, assessment and referrals to community <br /> services. The staff at 2-1-1 will continue to provide that warm voice at the other end of the line and the caring <br /> assistance to the people of our community. °211. HelpStartsHere!" <br /> NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, <br /> INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the week of February 5-11, 2017, be designated as 2-1-1 <br /> Awareness Week in Indian River County. The Board urges all citizens to be aware of the only telephone <br /> number they need to know to access information and referral to the programs and services in our community <br /> that provide assistance in such areas as Health Care, Insurance, Volunteering, Food, Day Care, Mental <br /> Health Counseling, Support Groups, Financial Assistance, etc. <br /> Adopted this 7th day of February, 2017. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS <br /> INDIAN RIVER C LINTY, FLORIDA <br /> h . Fle cher, an <br /> � C Peter D. O'Bryan, C an <br /> tun ms �? <br /> A * BobSo ' <br /> Tim <br /> P1 <br />