Magill Receives Smith New Freedom Award

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Oregon awarded Wasco County Sheriff Lane Magill its Gordon and Sharon Smith New Freedom Award.  The organization says Magill was selected for his work in Wasco County and around the state to create alternatives to traditional law enforcement responses for individuals experiencing mental health issues and crisis.  The award that was established in 2009 and is done in  partnership with former U.S. Sen. Gordon Smith and Sharon Smith to annually recognize individuals and organizations who publicly advocate for improved behavioral health services and for wider public awareness in Oregon.  The Smiths lost their son Garrett to suicide and both have been tireless advocates for suicide prevention.  Magill said he was honored and humbled by the award, noting it is not about him but rather everyone coming together to improve the mental health system for the betterment of all citizens.

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