The Lawrence County Health Department in Ironton, Ohio, is actively participating in Mental Health Awareness Week by promoting the Yellow Tulip Project, a youth-led initiative aimed at combating the stigma surrounding mental illness. This project was initiated by a high school student who experienced the devastating loss of two close friends to suicide while also dealing with her own struggles with depression. In memory of her friends, who cherished the color yellow and tulips, she and her mother established the Yellow Tulip Project to raise awareness about mental health issues.
As part of this initiative, yellow tulips have been planted across various locations in Ironton to serve as a visible reminder of the ongoing conversation about mental health. The Lawrence County Health Department emphasizes the importance of mental health resources available in the region, urging individuals to seek help if needed.
Residents can access several local mental health services, including: – **NECCO Family Counseling & Community Services** in South Point: (740) 451-0741 – **Southern Ohio Behavioral Health** in Ironton: (740) 533-0055 (Available 24/7) – **Family Medical Center – Behavioral Health**: 1-888-217-2202 (Telehealth options available) – **CAO Family Guidance Center**: (740) 532-7855 (after 4:30 p.m., call 855-381-1010) – **Shawnee Family Health Care**: (740) 533-0648 (Available 24/7) – **Adams, Lawrence, Scioto ADAMH Board**: (800) 354-1010
In addition, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available for immediate support at 988. The Lawrence County Health Department encourages all community members to participate in the Yellow Tulip Project and utilize local resources to promote mental health awareness and support each other in times of need.
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