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Northwest Texas Healthcare System Behavioral Health will host a special event on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 7:45 a.m. in recognition of National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day.
According to a news release, the Amarillo High School Show choir will perform the national anthem, Tascosa ROTC will present colors and Amarillo Mayor Cole Stanley will share a special message.
“National Law Enforcement and First Responders Suicide Awareness Day was created to recognize the service of officers lost to suicide, raise awareness about suicide in law enforcement and to remind officers and their families that they are not alone; help is available,” the release states. “This day will help to reduce the stigma associated with seeking help.”
“Northwest Behavioral Health wanted to host a special event to bring local awareness to mental health struggles that many law enforcement and first responders face. Our goal is to reduce the stigma associated with seeking help and to recognize their efforts. Statistics show that suicides continue to increase and we want to let our community know that we have the resources to help,” said Chris Veal, CEO for NWTHS Behavioral Health in the release.