Power has been restored at City Hall and the gymnasium and pool are open now. The Arrillaga Recreation Center will reopen at 3 p.m. The Gymnastics center is closed and will reopen tomorrow.The Menlo Park library remains closed as PG&E works to restore power from the vehicle collision at Ravenswood and Laurel St. Please continue to AVOID the area.
Published on September 09, 2024
Menlo Park officers will wear a suicide prevention awareness pin on their uniforms recognizing September as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness and educate the public about suicide prevention. Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender or background. Evidence shows that providing support services, talking about suicide and following up with loved ones are all actions that can help with suicide prevention.
Our police officers receive training to identify signs and symptoms of mental health illnesses and how to utilize a range of stabilization and de-escalation techniques to help community members during a mental health crisis.
If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, there is help. You can call or text the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8 for free and confidential mental health support, 24/7. You can also visit https://988lifeline.org/ to chat online and for additional resources.