Halifax Health and Community Leaders Recognized ‘Race to Stop Suicide Day’ in Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach, FL — (February 12, 2025) – Halifax Health, in partnership with the City of Daytona Beach, local leaders, and mental health advocates, came together today to recognize Race to Stop Suicide Day, an event dedicated to raising awareness and encouraging action in the fight against suicide. The event took place at Halifax Health in the France Tower bringing together community members, mental health professionals, and advocates to emphasize the importance of suicide prevention and mental health support.

During the event, Daytona Beach City Council Member Stacy Cantu presented an official proclamation recognizing Race to Stop Suicide Day in Daytona Beach.

Halifax Health acknowledged its dedicated mental health professionals and crisis response teams, recognizing their passion, commitment, and expertise in supporting individuals during their darkest moments. These professionals work tirelessly to provide critical care, offering hope, healing, and guidance to those in need.

Key speakers included Daniel Dye, NASCAR Xfinity Series Driver, and Randy Dye, business leader and founders of Race to Stop Suicide. Both shared their personal dedication to suicide prevention, reflecting on six years of advocacy and urging continued dialogue and action. Daniel, who will be competing this Saturday and the entire season in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, shared why this crusade as been his passion and how racing and mental health may seem unexpected partners, but actually the partnership opens the doors to critical conversations across the country.

“We must normalize mental health conversations in our schools, workplaces, and communities,” said Randy Dye. “Every step we take toward breaking the stigma can help save a life.”

The event concluded with a call to action, encouraging attendees to continue educating themselves, supporting loved ones, and advocating for improved mental health resources.

About Halifax Health:

Halifax Health is the leading healthcare provider for Volusia and Flagler counties, offering a comprehensive range of services through a network that includes a tertiary hospital, two community hospitals, an urgent care network, psychiatric services, and a specialized cancer treatment center with multiple outreach locations. As the area’s only provider of a Level II Trauma Center, Center for Transplant Services, and a Pediatric Emergency Department staffed 24/7 by board-certified pediatricians, Halifax Health is also home to the region's longest-standing Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and Child and Adolescent Behavioral Services. In addition, Halifax Health has collaborated with UF Health to bring over fourteen specialties to the area.

Recognized for excellence and innovation, Halifax Health consistently receives top ratings, including a 5 STAR rating in the CMS Quality of Patient Care, multiple accreditations from CARF International for inpatient rehabilitation, and the prestigious Novalis Certification of Excellence for its cancer treatment center. The organization has also achieved a 3 Star Rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgery for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery, is designated as a Comprehensive Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, and has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Hospital, with high performance in heart failure and knee and hip replacement. Halifax Health Hospice is repeatedly honored as the Top Rated and Most Recommended Hospice in Central Florida, underscoring its commitment to providing the highest level of care. With a legacy of excellence and community service since 1928, Halifax Health continues to set the standard for quality and compassionate care in the region.