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Ken Jenkins: “Today is September 8th, national 988 day.”

Featuring: Ken Jenkins, Democratic | County Executive of Westchester County | New York

September 8: County Executive Ken Jenkins Gives Westchester Weekly Update

Published September 8, 2025 | Video Starts at 18:15

Thank you so much for having me here today. I just wanted to say that we Truly appreciate the partnership of St. Vincent's. Hospital that we have with the county. As you know, Today is September 8th, national 988 day. We really want to spread the awareness. For this free and confidential line 247. For you and your family and friends to reach out. (18:15–18:19)

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“The 988 number is available to [everyone in Westchester].”
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“Our department of Community mental health is a bunch of professionals that are connected to provide the resources and support you need.”
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“For this free and confidential line 247.”
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“September is also Hunger Action Month.”
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“Hunger Action Month unites millions to raise awareness and provide nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger.”
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“Feeding Westchester has done such a tremendous job coordinating and being able to have both the partners that are delivering those food…”
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“September 11th memorial service, which is at 3:00pm @ Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla.”
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“People can call 988 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, confidentially, free of charge.”
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