Commissioners Recognize Mental Health Awareness Month
May 13, 2026 by Allison Wilson

Geauga County Commissioners passed a resolution May 5 proclaiming May as Mental Health Awareness Month at the request of the Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services, whose members also highlighted ongoing mental health initiatives throughout the county.

Geauga County Commissioners passed a resolution May 5 proclaiming May as Mental Health Awareness Month at the request of the Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services, whose members also highlighted ongoing mental health initiatives throughout the county. “The theme this year is, ‘More good days together,’ which is a powerful reminder that we don’t need to struggle alone and that healing and hope are stronger when we support each other,” board Executive Director Christine Lakomiak told commissioners. Lakomiak discussed several county mental health resources and partnerships during the meeting. “March of last year, this board of county...