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A Motion to Approve a Proclamation Recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month May 2026
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This is a motion to approve Village President Vicki Scaman proclaiming May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month.
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Recommended Action
Approve the Proclamation.
Additional Information
This proclamation recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month and Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being for individuals, families, and the broader community. It aligns with national initiatives such as Mental Health America’s 2026 theme, “More Good Days, Together,” and NAMI’s call to turn “silence into connection.” The proclamation highlights the need for awareness, early intervention, and access to care, particularly for maternal mental health, where up to one in five individuals experience challenges during pregnancy or postpartum. It reinforces the Village’s commitment to reducing stigma, supporting community-based resources, and encouraging residents to check in on one another and foster a more connected, supportive community.
Prepared By: Christina Waters, Village Clerk & Vanessa Matheny, Community Services Administrator
Reviewed By: Jack Malec, Assistant to the Village Manager
Approved By: Vicki Scaman, Village President
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1. Mental Health Awareness Month May 2026