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Anoka County <br /> ADMINISTRATION <br /> ',�& Communications <br /> November 21, 2023 <br /> Contact: Erik Thorson, Chief Communications Officer, 763-324-4612, or e-mail: <br /> Erik.Thorsonganokacoun . mn._ov <br /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE <br /> 40 to 60-Year Olds Sought for Suicide Prevention Focus Group <br /> The North Metro Roundtable on Mental Health Suicide Prevention Workgroup is reaching <br /> out to residents aged 40-60 with personal or family experience related to suicide, suicide <br /> prevention, and mental health. This age range (specifically 45 to 54-year-olds) has the highest <br /> suicide death rate in Anoka County of any age group. <br /> The workgroup is hosting a dinner 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Nov. 28 in the Legacy Room at Anoka <br /> Ramsey Community College, 11200 Mississippi Blvd., Coon Rapids, with the purpose of <br /> gathering feedback to inform planning on topics related to strengthening and prioritizing suicide <br /> prevention, community attitudes, and successes and opportunities. <br /> Those interested in attending can register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PF232S6— <br /> dinner choices are also available via this link. A $30 gift card will also be provided to attendees. <br /> This meeting will be conducted in English. <br /> Anyone with questions can contact Samantha Martinez at <br /> samantha.martinezganokacountymn.gov. <br /> -30- <br /> DK:bv <br /> Respectful, Innovative, Fiscally Responsible <br /> Government Center A 2100 V Avenue, Suite 700 A Anoka, MN 55303-5024 A www.anokacountymn.gov <br /> Office: 763-324-4700 A Fax: 763-324-5490 <br /> Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer <br />