Mental Health Task Force

The Mental Health Task Force is dedicated to navigating mental health discussion and issues facing Miami Lakers.

Board Details

MEETING SCHEDULE: The Mental Health Task Force meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m., subject to change. Meetings are held in Town Hall (6601 Main Street) in the Community Conference Room, Room 106. Special meetings are called as needed.

MEMBERSHIP: The Mental Health Task Force shall be comprised of seven (7) members, in which each member of the Town Council shall nominate and appoint one (1) individual. Members shall be representative of the mental health care community, including mental health professionals, social services providers, or experts in the mental health field.


Vacancies: 0 Current Vacancies

Staff Liaison: Gabriella Escobar, Accounts Payable Specialist

Liaison Contact: escobarg@miamilakes-fl.gov • (305)364-6100 Ext. 1146

Legislative History: Resolution 22-1818

Member Roster
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Lindsay WallickChair
Rosa Barroso, LMHCVice Chair
Maria Paz SanchezSecretary
Hector SucoMember
Alexander AguiarMember
Gary CardenasMember
William PerezMember
Mental Health Matters!

Resilience. Perseverance. Compassion.

What

Our mental health and wellness needs include motivation, enjoyment of life, change in mood, worry, grief, depression, anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, and relationships with others.

When

As soon as signs are noted, speak to someone about seeking help and improving health and wellbeing.

Who

Mental health can affect you, your family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors.

Why

Mental illness can go unnoticed, and early intervention is vital to maintain healthy functioning.

Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988lifeline.org

NAMI Helpline: nami.org/help

Crisis Text Line: crisistextline.org

National Disaster Distress Helpline: samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline

National Child Abuse Hotline: childhelphotline.org

Veterans Crisis Line: veteranscrisisline.net

The Eldercare Locator: eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx

National Domestic Violence Hotline: thehotline.org

Teen Line: teenline.org/who-we-are