Fulton County Commissioners 116 West Market Street, Suite 203, McConnellsburg. PA 17233 Telephone: (717) 485-3691 Fax: (717)485-9411 Email: ommisiowietohitopaus Stuart L. Ulsh, Chairman Randy H. Bunch, Vice-Chairman Paula. J. Shives Stacey M. Golden, Chief Clerk Jim Stein, Solicitor PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, mental health and substance use disorders affect all communities nationwide, with commitment and support, those impacted can embark on a journey of improved health and overall wellness. The focus ofNational Recovery Month (Recovery Month) this September is to celebrate all people that make the journey ofrecovery possible by embracing the 2022 theme, Recovery is For Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community." Recovery Month spreads the message that people can and do: recover every day. WHEREAS, the impact ofmental health and substance use disorders is apparent in our local community, and an estimated 10 percent of the United States population are affected by these conditions. Through Recovery Month, people become more aware and able to recognize the signs of mental health and substance use disorders and encourages people in need of recovery services to seek help. Managing the effects ofthese conditions helps individuals achieve healthy lifestyles, both physically and emotionally. WHEREAS, The Recovery. Month observance continues to work to improve the lives ofthose affected by mental health and substance use disorders by raising awareness and educating communities about the effective services that are available. For the above reasons, I am asking the citizens ofFulton County to join me in celebrating this September as National Recovery Month. WHEREAS, We, Fulton County Commissioners, do hereby proclaim the month of September 2022 as Recovery Month in Fulton County and call upon our community to observe this month with compelling programs and events that support this year's observance, the 33rd anniversary of Recovery Month. Signed this 6th day of September, 2022 Commissioners of Fulton County Dhad 1Uls Stuart L. Ulsh Chair Bunch PaulaJ. Shives Viée-Chair G4g