More than 4,000 federal workers have received "reduction in force" notices since the federal government shutdown began. Among the agencies hit is the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a grantmaking agency that provides funding and support for state mental health programs best known for funding and operating the 988 Suicide Prevention Hotline.

One Minnesotan who's spent decades fighting for mental health resources told WCCO about the impact. After 24 years of dedication to the mental health field Sue Abderholden closes her laptop one last time.

"I will be officially retired," said Abderholden, the Executive Director for the National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota.

"What are you going to miss the most?" WCCO asked.

"The people. I've just met so m

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