Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Wishing Wisconsinites a Happy Holidays

Audio File of Radio Address.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers delivered his weekly radio address, wishing Wisconsinites a happy holidays and sharing resources for those in need this holiday season.

Any Wisconsinite who needs additional support this holiday season can reach out to 211 Wisconsin for information and referrals to local services, including food and housing assistance, mental health support, help with utility bills, and more. Anyone can use 211 to get help by:

• Dialing 211 or 877-947-2211.
• Visiting their website at 211wisconsin.org. Through the website, people can search for services or chat with someone online who can help.
• Texting their ZIP code to 898211.
• Downloading the 211 Wisconsin app, using the QR code available here.

Additionally, while the holidays can be a joyous time for celebration and cheer, the holidays may also mean increased feelings of stress, pressure, and loneliness, or being overwhelmed. If you or someone you know is in imminent danger or experiencing a medical emergency, call 911. If you are having thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself, call your county’s crisis line or 9-8-8 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Anyone in need of support can call, text, or chat the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at all hours of the day or night to talk with a trained counselor about any challenge or concern. This service is free and confidential. Additional mental health resources are available on the Wisconsin Department of Health Services website at: Mental Health: Healthy Living.

Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor Tony Evers here.

I just wanted to take a moment today to wish all of you a very happy holiday!

Whether you’re wrapping up your Hanukkah celebrations, gathering for Christmas, getting ready to kick off Kwanzaa, or maybe getting out your Festivus pole to air your grievances, this time of year is all about spending time together, celebrating our favorite traditions, and making memories with those we love.

And if any Wisconsinite needs help this holiday season, please know that help is always available, and you are not alone.

If you need food assistance, help with utility bills, domestic violence support, or any number of services, anyone can call or text 2-1-1 to get connected with local help. You can also visit 211Wisconsin.org.

And if the holidays are a tough time for you, or you or a loved one is struggling, help is available 24/7 at the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is free, confidential, and available to anyone who needs it by calling or texting 9-8-8 or by visiting 988Lifeline.org.

Folks, here in Wisconsin, we take care of one another, and that’s what this time of year is all about.

So, no matter how you’re celebrating, I hope you’re safe, healthy, and warm, and spending time with those you love most.

Happy holidays, Wisconsin!

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.