Light Up Hope OC’

As part of its ongoing commitment to raising awareness and spreading hope, the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) announces the return of the тАЬLight Up Hope OCтАЭ campaign during the month of September for Suicide Prevention Month. The campaign aligns with the statewide тАЬStrive for ZeroтАЭ initiative, an effort to prevent suicides. The County of Orange will light up county administration buildings in teal and purple, the official colors of suicide prevention.
тАЬLight Up Hope OC shows the countyтАЩs commitment to suicide prevention for all and especially for at-risk populations hardest hit by suicide deaths, historically, like veterans, older adults, members of the LGBTQ+ community and immigrant populations,тАЭ said Board of Supervisors Chairman Donald P. Wagner, Third District, who emphasized that help is available. тАЬIf you or someone you know are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please call 9-8-8, or visit lightuphopeoc.com for resources.тАЭ
тАЬEven one suicide is one too many,тАЭ said Dr. Veronica Kelley, HCA Director. тАЬThrough the тАШLight Up Hope OCтАЩ campaign, as well as the ongoing efforts of the HCAтАЩs Office of Wellness and Suicide Prevention, we are striving for zero suicides in Orange County. We all play a role in preventing suicide. I encourage our OC community to support one another in prioritizing mental wellness and not be afraid to talk about suicide prevention with loved ones who may be struggling.тАЭ 

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Learn more about the warning signs of suicide or the тАЬLight Up Hope OCтАЭ campaign at lightuphopeoc.com.

For immediate assistance or support, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 9-8-8. For additional resources visit ocnavigator.org рдпрд╛ рдХреЙрд▓ рдХрд░реЗрдВ 855-OC-LINKS.

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