by Miriam Childs | May 12, 2021 | Public Safety, Wellness
Looking Back & Moving Forward: The Impact of COVID-19 on First Responder Behavioral Health by Miriam Childs “2020 was our dumpster fire year.” The COVID-19 pandemic, wildland fires, staffing issues, civil unrest, public distrust and political tension all...
by Shannon Pieper | May 6, 2021 | Leadership, Public Safety, Wellness
Co-Responders: Partnership Between Law Enforcement and Mental Health Practitioners by Ellis Amdur, MA, NCC, CMHS Many years ago, I worked for a public mental health agency as a crisis outreach therapist. My professional responsibilities included going to people’s...
by Shannon Pieper | Apr 29, 2021 | Leadership, Public Safety, Wellness
Enhancing First Responder Resilience Through Mindfulness by Crawford Coates Resilient responders are a priority recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of strategic risk preparedness. After all, as our nation prepares for...
by Shannon Pieper | Apr 21, 2021 | Leadership, Public Safety, Wellness
Mercy Pick: Dealing with Rejection in the Firehouse by Chief Sam DiGiovanna Growing up I had three older brothers who picked on me. No day was complete without a punch, trip or shove. They took my candy, allowance and confidence. That’s what brothers do, right? All I...
by Shannon Pieper | Apr 14, 2021 | Leadership, Public Safety, Wellness
Be Honest: We’re Not Doing Enough About Law Enforcement Officer Suicide by Nicholas Greco, MS, BCETS, CATSM, FAAETS Last month the Chicago Police Department lost two officers to suicide within days of each other. Town Hall District Officer 21-year veteran James...