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SELECT BOARD OFFICE
PROCLAMATION '
Whereas: the mental health of every individual is essential to the emotional and economic prosperity of families,
neighborhoods,and businesses in Lexington,Massachusetts;and
Whereas: mental health is a key component of every person's overall physical health and emotional well-being;
and
Whereas: all Lexington residents face challenges that impact their mental health regardless of age,race gender,
abilities,ethnicity,sexual orientation,socioeconomic status,or religion;and
Whereas: feelings of personal shame and fears of social stigma and discrimination prevent many living with
mental illness from seeking help;and
Whereas: stigma can be reduced by increasing the awareness of mental illness and available resources for those
suffering from mental health conditions;and
Whereas: greater public awareness about mental wellness can positively transform attitudes about,and towards,
people with mental illness,making it easier for our citizens to seek help;and
Whereas: with effective treatment,those individuals with mental health conditions can lead full,productive lives;
and
Whereas: prevention is an effective way to reduce the burden of mental health conditions;and
Whereas: we strive to create a Lexington that supports mental wellness by increasing access to treatment,educating
residents about mental wellness and mental illness,and supporting our loved ones as they seek to improve
their mental health;and
Whereas: there are practical tools that all people can use to improve their mental health and increase resiliency.
NOW, THEREFORE, WE, THE SELECT BOARD of the Town of Lexington,Massachusetts,do hereby proclaim the
month of May to be annually recognized as
Mental Health Month
in the Town of Lexington to underscore the importance of mental health,early screening,public education,and advocacy
for appropriate and accessible services for all people living with mental health conditions.We call this observance to the
attention of all our residents with the support of the Lexington Human Services Department and the Lexington Human
Rights Committee.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have set our hands and caused the seal of Lexington to be affixed herewith on the 261 of
April 2 1.
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MARK D.SANDEEN