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  Aimee Winder Newton

aimee winder newton: County Council district 3

Crisis line considered by legislature

1/12/2017

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With Utah’s legislative session starting in just a couple weeks, there will be many important issues debated that impact Utahns in profound ways. One issue I plan to be personally involved with is the effort to create a statewide crisis intervention line. I blogged about the need for this resource last year, explaining why such a tool would help more Utahns get help they need to prevent the tragedy of suicide.
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Sen. Daniel Thatcher has a a bill file open already: S.B. 37 Statewide Crisis Line, which creates a commission to direct the setup of a mental health crisis line. I’ll be following this legislation closely, and hoping to lend my voice whenever it can help our state move toward a solution that helps any Utahn struggling with thoughts of suicide. In the meantime, everyone should download the SAFEUT app on your smartphone. And in times of crisis you can always call 801.587.3000 to talk to a trained counselor in a free and confidential call.

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    Aimee Winder Newton has served since 2014 and represents Taylorsville, Murray, West Jordan, and West Valley City on the Salt Lake County Council. She was a former 2020 Republican candidate for Utah Governor and was the first woman elected as chair of the Council. Aimee works tirelessly to defend the quality of life in Salt Lake County while protecting tax dollars... [read more]
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