Our desired result is for all Polk County residents to have access to mental health resources in a timely and effective manner
Suicide Rate Total in Polk County (Per 100,000)
Current Value
30.9
Definition
Notes
Please note that this data is measured annually.
Story Behind the Indicator
The "Story Behind the Curve" helps us understand why the data on Suicide Mortality is the way that it is in our community. When we understand the root causes of our community problems, we have a better chance of finding the right solutions, together.
What's Helping? These are the positive forces at work in our community and beyond that influence this issue in our community.
- Mobile Crisis
- Blue Ridge Communtiy Health- Behavioral Health Services
- Senior Life Solutions
- Meals on Wheels Programs
- Gatekeeper Trainings
What's Hurting? These are the negative forces at work in our community and beyond that influence this issue in our community.
- Lack of mental health services
- Cost
- Stigma
- Substance Misuse
- Barriers to receiving services
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