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CARIBOU, Maine — Aroostook Mental Health Center is one of several organizations in five states that received a three year grant to focus on suicide prevention efforts. Because one suicide is one too many, the initiative is called “Zero Suicide.”

“We are so pleased to have the Maine CDC and Federal CDC recognize our work in suicide prevention,” said Michelle Ferris, director of emergency services.

“The CDC has indicated that the steps we have taken can have a significant impact on reducing suicide rates,” Ferris said. “I am proud of our staff in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties and welcome the opportunity to share what we have done to  help move this initiative forward.”