Bill > K00459

This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to declare May 2025 as Trauma-Informed Care Month in New York State, highlighting the significant impact of traumatic experiences on individuals' mental, emotional, physical, and social well-being. The resolution emphasizes the importance of understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), which are recognized as a proxy for toxic stress that can affect brain development and potentially lead to lifelong challenges. It explains that trauma-informed care is not a specific therapy, but a principle-based approach aimed at recognizing strengths and helping people overcome traumatic experiences. The resolution notes that numerous state agencies have integrated trauma-informed approaches into their programs and that state recognition through an awareness month can help deepen understanding of trauma's nature, its prevention, and the benefits of trauma-informed care. By requesting the Governor to proclaim this month, the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the critical role of trauma-informed approaches in supporting individuals and communities across New York State.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K459