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Ep. 63 National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day 9/26 – revisiting my interview from Sept. 2021 with Inspector Steve Hough co-creator of Blue H.E.L.P.To mark the four-year anniversary of my podcast I'm taking a look back and reposting a few episodes from the early days with content and issues that remain relevant today. This is about the tragedy of officer suicide, not just the loss of life, but how that loss of life is regarded. We are all keenly aware of the devastating frequency with which we see reports of yet another officer who has taken his or her own life. For many of you, these losses are not news reports – they are personal and painful. As I said when I aired this interview in 2021, I want to draw attention to this issue and the support that does exist to prevent suicide and do what small part I can to honor those we have lost. So, for National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day on Sept. 26, I'm reposting this interview with Inspector Steve Hough who along with Karen Solomon and Dr. Jeffrey McGill founded Blue H.E.L.P., a non-profit organization committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers who have been lost to suicide and to supporting their families and loved ones. It is the only organization in the country that collects LE suicide data. Blue H.E.L.P. also works to de-stigmatize mental health and job stress issues and connects officers to wellness and treatment programs. Blue H.E.L.P. is the organization that in 2020 designated Sept. 26 as National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day. At Blue H.E.L.P.'s website https://bluehelp.org/ you can find important information on services; stories of family members who have lost their LEO to suicide; the Honor Wall recognizing the service of those officers; and information on what you can do for National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day.Blue Help is part of First Help which extends the same honor and services to all first responders and military veterans lost to suicide. This month, First Help unveiled Heroes Memorial Park in Rockwall, Texas which features the monument they are creating on which the names of all first responders and military veterans lost to suicide will be etched. Here is a link with more information:https://1sthelp.org/memorial-park/And one programming note, this originally aired as I said in 2021 when we were in the midst of the pandemic; Covid for that period was taking more lives than we were losing to suicide. Thanks for listening to On Being a Police Officer. YOU are what keeps me going.Find me on my social or email me your thoughts:Instagram: on_being_a_police_officerFacebook: On Being a Police OfficerYouTube: Abby Ellsworth ChannelAbby@Ellsworthproductions.comwww.onbeingapoliceofficer.com©Abby Ellsworth. All booking, interviews, editing, and production by Abby Ellsworth. Music courtesy of freesound.org

Welcome back! Today's episode features a clip of me speaking at a recent School Resource Officer Summer Conference. I discuss some matters of self-awareness. Not being self-absorbed. But take heed of these topics because nobody is immune, and it's good to know about this. You may be doing great! But, the person to your left and right might not be.  Get "Mental Health Fight Of The Heroes In Blue": https://bit.ly/HowToMentallySurvive ------------------------ Contact me for the references of this presenation:   https://thescottmedlin.com/contact/   *Get your free mental survival quick guide (If you dont wish to purchase the book above): https://scott-31f04.gr8.com/   ------------------------   References:   •Corruble, E., Benyamina, A., Bayle, F., Falissard, B., & Hardy, P. (2003). Understanding impulsivity in severe depression? A psychometrical contribution. Progress In Neuro-Psychopharmacology And Biological Psychiatry, 27(5), 829-833. doi: 10.1016/s0278-5846(03)00115-5 •Davidson, C., Babson, K., Bonn-Miller, M., Souter, T., & Vannoy, S. (2013). The Impact of Exercise on Suicide Risk: Examining Pathways through Depression, PTSD, and Sleep in an Inpatient Sample of Veterans. Suicide And Life-Threatening Behavior, 43(3), 279-289. doi: 10.1111/sltb.12014 •Davis, H. (2020). Police officer suicide rate more than doubles line-of-duty deaths in 2019, study shows. Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://www.foxnews.com/us/texas-police-officer-suicide-rate •Edwards, Dr. Jonathan. SUICIDE IN COVID-19 ERA & KETAMINE: A Little Known Treatment for Depression. Amazon, 2022. •Felman, A. (2018). What are the symptoms of addiction?. Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323459 •Fletcher, J. (2019). Is vaping bad for you?. Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327374 •Juergens, J. (2019). Addiction and Suicide. Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://www.addictioncenter.com/addiction/addiction-and-suicide/ •Julson, E. (2018). 11 Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety Disorders. Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/anxiety-disorder-symptoms   •. (2018). 167 AMERICAN POLICE OFFICERS DIED BY SUICIDE IN 2018 - Blue H.E.L.P. Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://bluehelp.org/blog/158- American-police-officers-died-by-suicide-in-2018/ •Kosslyn, S., & Rosenberg, R. (2004). Fundamentals of Psychology: The Brain, The Person, The World (2nd ed.). Allyn & Bacon. •Mylett, E. (2018). #MaxOut Your Life: Strategies for Becoming an Elite Performer. JETLAUNCH. •Olson, A., & Wasilewski, M. (2016). 4 principles cops can use to overcome negativity and negative thoughts. Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://www.policeone.com/health-fitness/articles/4-principles-cops-can-use-to-overcome-negativity-and-negative-thoughts-egerjFDoPjThtDx8 •Police and Addiction. (2018). Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sure-recovery/201803/police-and-addiction •Purbasari Horton, A. (2017). How To Make Your Actual Work As Addictive As Email. Retrieved 31 March 2020, from https://www.fastcompany.com/40418508/how-to-make-your-actual-work-as-addictive-as-email   Disclaimer: The creator is not responsible for errors, omissions, or results from using this information. The views or opinions belong solely to the Creator. Information by the Creator is for Educational Purposes Certain Content herein is subject to the Doctrine of “Fair Use”   As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

It may come as a shock to some, but suicide has now become the number one killer of police officers in the United States, that's according to Blue H.E.L.P.  Police officers are constantly on the front lines dealing with tragedies and according to recent research, the stress of seeing, hearing and dealing with some of these horrors has led to a higher rate of suicide. In Fort Wayne, Indiana the Fort Wayne Police Department established their own mental wellness peer support program for officers in 2018. Dr. Darren Higgibotham is part of the program to help officers communicate openly about their struggles.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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After serving 32 and 25years in Law Enforcement respectively, Husband and wife team Jeff & Shawn Thomas  decided they weren't done serving. Both first responder wellness advocates, they took their passion and mission to the next level by developing the  "1ST Responder Wellness Conferences".  A national wellness conference that has been reaching and connecting first responders and their families with the resources they need to lead a healthy life both physically and mentally. Conferences are two days in length and are presented from Alaska to Florida, Boston to Southern California and everywhere in between. www.1stresponderconferences.orgWelcome to 1st Responder Conferences!1st Responder Conferences is committed to the emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of the public safety work force and work with leaders in the public safety profession to make this possible.  We recognize that first responders are our greatest asset and we feel it is our responsibility to create a climate that supports good health and resiliency. We are dedicated to promoting awareness at our conferences surrounding the difficulties of the profession and inspiring conversations that minimize the stigma associated with the stresses our first responder's experience. We provide education, mental health tools and resources for agencies, individuals, and family members.  Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all who dedicate themselves to protecting and serving others.1st Responder Conferences partners with Blue H.E.L.P. which is a nonprofit organization. We work together to make sure all first responders get the resources they need to live a happy and healthy life!About Our ConferencesOur conferences are for all 1st responders, police, fire, EMS, military/veterans, corrections, dispatchers, chaplains, retired 1st responders, spouses, professional staff, clinicians, and all who work in the public safety field. 1st Responder Conferences presents a multi-faceted two-day seminar and networking event for improving the mental health and wellness of our first responders.  By discussing the real 21st Century issues that are consistently facing our first responders and their families, our conference will provide awareness, resources and action items to combat PTSD, depression, suicide, addiction, stress, and overall mental health. 1st Responder Conferences proudly introduces a line-up of credible nationally recognized speakers who will address matters that impact the personal and professional lives of all first responders and their family members through dynamic and engaging presentations for the entire first responder community.  Every conference is unique!   We continually focus on mental health and wellness, but we provide different speakers to ensure you are receiving the most up to date information and knowledge that there is to offer. Our two-day seminars also differ in that your spouses or significant others who support you are invited to come learn with you. 206-629-6433 ShawnT@1stresponderconferences.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-thomas-83a63220?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3Bddjn9G%2B9TDK4v%2FlDUZa1VA%3D%3DThank you for taking the time to give this podcast a listen. If you would like more information on other Law enforcement Life Coach initiatives, our "Sometimes Heroes Need Help" wellness seminar or our One-On-One life coaching please visit :www.lawenforcementlifecoach.comJohn@lawenforcementlifecoach.com

Host: Conrad Weaver Guest: ShaRonda Young-Calderon Today's Episode: Surviving Suicide About ShaRonda: ShaRonda Young Calderon is a mental health advocate that lives in the DFW Metroplex with her three children.  In June of 2018, ShaRonda lost her husband, Deputy Homero Calderon, to suicide.  Homero, an 18yr veteran of the Dallas County Sheriff Dept, suffered with PTSI.  ShaRonda has used the traumatic loss of her husband as a catalyst to educate and spread awareness of mental health and suicide prevention within the law enforcement community.  She joined the organization Blue H.E.L.P., which focuses on breaking the stigma of mental health as well as providing comfort to the families left behind after the loss from a suicide.  She quickly became a guest, as well as served on the committee of several mental wellness workshops and conferences.  She has volunteered with organizations such as the National Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the One Tribe Foundation.  ShaRonda has coordinated awareness walks, fundraising events, and is currently working on Blue H.E.L.P.'s first camp for the children of Police Officer suicides. ShaRonda has a degree in Criminal Justice from Dallas Baptist University.  The loss of her husband has ignited a passion in her to be an advocate for mental health, which has currently led her to pursue advanced studies in psychology.  It is now her life's mission to continuously educate herself, as well as others.  ShaRonda understands the difficulties living with mental health issues, suicide, the affect it has on families and the stigma surrounding it. www.nami.org https://www.naminorthtexas.org/ https://www.copline.org/ National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Crisis Line for Law Enforcement: 1-800-COPLINE (267-5463)   +++++ LEARN MORE ABOUT PTSD911 DOCUMENTARY: https://ptsd911movie.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ptsd911movie/ https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie https://twitter.com/ptsd911movie SUPPORT THE FILM, MAKE A DONATION:  https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org

Lindsey Doolittle is my guest today. She is the author of a children's book called "Goodnight Mr. Vincent Van Gogh". This book is illustrated by suicide loss survivors and was inspired by the questions of Lindsey's nieces and nephews after her husband - their uncle Brett - died by suicide in 2015. Lindsey was a guest in Season 1 and while we touch base on some of the same topics - this is a very different conversation almost 2 years later - a lot happens, while some things do remain the same, in a few years! Hear us talk about her book and art exhibition both becoming short films along with many other elements of her journey as well as her plans for the futureLISTEN HERE to our first conversation in 2020 Find Lindsey, her book, and website plus some of the groups she supports here: Get her children's book "Goodnight Mr. Vincent Van Gogh" here on Amazon. (This book is also a part of the permanent collection at the Vincent Van Gogh library in Amsterdam! :)Above The Rug Advocate, Activist, Suicide Loss Survivor (Lindsey's website including links to her social media, etc)Blue H.E.L.P Honoring the Loss of Police Officers who have died by SuicideThrough This Together (Online Support) A Journey Through Grief TogetherSASS-MoKan Suicide Awareness Survivor Support serving Kansas & Missouri_______________________________________________  My website "The Leftover Pieces; Rebuilding You" is LIVE and that means my different SUPPORT SPACE Options are available and much more will be coming in 2022Go DIRECTLY to my SUPPORT page here where yo9u will find ALL of the ways to connect and find supportMy first two books (tools I am creating for you!) in the "Facing Life After Suicide" series are available on AmazonIf you, or someone you know, is struggling  with suicidal thoughts PLEASE reach out:The National Suicide Lifeline is there for youIN a crisis you can also TEXT--->TEXT the word "HOME" to 741741 in the USAin Canada TEXT 686868in the UK TEXT 85258And Grievers, I am always here. You can find me   at The Leftover Pieces

Alex Almonte, Regional Sales Manager at Western Aircraft stops by the GHC Studio in Florida for a conversation with Greg on episode 020 of the Aviation Growth Podcast. Following his time at Embry Riddle in Daytona, Alex became an FAA Air Traffic Controller. After 2 years at PBI, he decided to make the move into aircraft maintenance and has spent the last 10+ years in aircraft maintenance at companies like Starport, Constant Aviation, and now Western Aircraft. Western Aircraft is an authorized service center, certified aircraft repair station (FE6R532N), and worldwide distributor of parts and avionics for many of the world's top aircraft manufacturers and OEMs such as Dassault Falcon, Pilatus, Embraer, Beechcraft, King Air, Cessna, Piper, Kodiak, Honeywell, and Collins. Western Aircraft has become one of the West's largest aircraft services companies, offering maintenance, aircraft sales, avionics sales & installation, aircraft parts sales, FBO services, airline fueling, aircraft charters, and aircraft management. In this episode, Greg and Alex dive into a conversation about: The hidden gem of Boise, Idaho The core capabilities of Western Aircraft Western's plans for expansion & new hangar space Keys to planning MRO maintenance for DOMs Approach to selling products & service in Aviation Alex's secondary career as a racecar driver Cryptocurrency, NFTs, and the future of the blockchain in aviation “Blue H.E.L.P.” - Preventing suicide and supporting the families of officers lost to suicide To connect with Alex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/almontealexander/ To learn more about Western Aircraft, visit: https://www.westair.com/ To learn more about Blue H.E.L.P. - https://bluehelp.org

As of Aug 21st, 2021, 89 law enforcement officers in the United States have died by suicide, according to Blue H.E.L.P., a nonprofit that keeps these statistics. It's a quiet epidemic. Today's episode touches upon a topic we haven't discussed before. Death by suicide is sudden sometimes violent, and usually unexpected. Leslie is the surviving spouse of Thomas Forbes EOW June, 6 2011, Groton City Police Department.  SBS - Survivors of Blue Suicide Foundation was created in 2020. We foster hope, by uniting survivors of law enforcement suicide, to support one another and honor our fallen heroes. That is truly our mission as survivors, surviving families and coworkers.Today representing SBS , is Laurie Putnam, co-founder and director of services and outreach for Survivors of Blue Suicide Foundation. Check out https://www.survivorsofbluesuicide.org/I start this story by asking Leslie to share some details about her relationship with her husband. Leslie said, "It always surprises me that my heart starts beating so rapidly when I start to share the story. It's not from nerves. I think the body just holds on to all these feelings which day to day we're not even aware of.  When I start to say his name, my heart gets so filled with memories and love. We were great together. We were married 31 years. Within our small community, I was a teacher, I still am a teacher. He was the police officer. We were very dedicated and well known in our community. We felt like we were living the dream of both our passions through our jobs and our family together. We were a very typical, strong loving group, the four of us.I asked, "As the spouse, watching your husband go through this, did you ever feel helpless?Leslie responded, "He first became a police officer in 1980 or 1981. At that time, the stigma of “you don't let your emotions get the better of you”, as a husband, as a father, and as a friend. He was the one we all depended upon. He was strong, he seemed fearless. If we needed anything, he was our go to person. I didn't know to help him. I honestly did not know we were at that point where he was considering suicide. It's hard for me to think it was a plan. In my heart, in my mind, I think it was this impromptu, suddenly thought that he couldn't take back on the morning he died by suicide. Join me in supporting Leslie, her family, community, and the SBS Foundation in shedding awareness on the Blue suicide epidemic. Included in the conversation are resources and groups available for survivors to share. SBS provides a safe and nurturing  environment for healing and dealing. As Leslie said, SBS was a life saver!https://www.survivorsofbluesuicide.org/Support the podcast message: https://www.patreon.com/INEEDBLUE

On this week's episode we return to the Buckeye State to speak with Steve Click, Director of the Ohio Office of First Responder Wellness. We discuss how his professional, personal and professional experiences have facilitated his appointment to this unique position. Steve is poised to help all first responders and ultimately, the citizens of Ohio. He also explains how his state is taking a progressive approach in addressing first responder wellness.  According to Blue H.E.L.P., more than 940 first responders nationwide have taken their own lives over the last five years, with the majority of those deaths involving law enforcement officers. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, more officers die by suicide than in the line of duty, and compared to the general population, law enforcement officers report much higher rates of depression, PTSD, burnout and other anxiety-related mental health conditions. Research also shows that stress from a career in law enforcement causes higher rates of secondary trauma such as heart diseases, divorce, alcoholism and other psychological illnesses.Guest Bio: Steven M. Click serves as the Director of First Responder Wellness for the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Office of Criminal Justice Services.  Prior to his current position, he served as the First Responder Liaison for Ohio Mental Health & Addiction Services.  Steve is a retired lieutenant from the Ohio State Highway Patrol where he served for 36 years, completing his career assigned to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Office of Personnel / Ohio ASSIST program.  Steve has been involved in peer support with the Ohio State Highway Patrol's Member's Assistance Team (MAT) since its inception in 2002 and previously served as the Operational Commander.  Prior to retirement, he oversaw all aspects of the team including policies, activations and training. He has been active in peer support since being CISM trained in 1993.  He was deployed to New York City twice after the 9/11 attacks and worked with the NYPD peer support program, POPPA.  He helped bring the Post Critical Incident Seminars to Ohio.  He has been utilized as a peer in South Carolina, Kentucky, Texas and Georgia, for their PCIS / STLS programs.  He serves as the lead trainer for several training programs offered by OCJS, having provided training to a number of public safety and civilian agencies across Ohio. Steve graduated from Franklin University, with honors, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Safety Management with minors in leadership and public relations.Steve is also a graduate of the Northwestern University School of Staff & Command. Steve is trained in both group and individual peer support by the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation.  He is also a certified QPR; Question, Pursued & Refer and Mental Health First Aid instructor.  Steve retired with 36 years of service with the Ohio State Highway Patrol and served in a number of assignments including; Commander of Cadet Training, the Patrol's Motorcycle Unit, the Ohio Statehouse Detail as well as several field supervisory positions.  In 1992, he received the Ohio Distinguished Law Enforcement Valor Award, the highest award for valor in Ohio.Resources/Links/Websites:https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/new-state-office-is-designed-to-help-first-responders

Here's a sobering reality - the law enforcement world sees more death by suicide than officers killed in the line of duty.  On the latest episode of the Tactical Breakdown, Blue H.E.L.P. co-founder Steve Hough discusses mental health, officer suicide, his own healing journey, and the mission of Blue H.E.L.P at the 2021 ILEETA Conference.  In December 2011, while working with a violent fugitive task force, Steve was shot three times, twice in the left leg and once in the face. So began his journey of healing, leading him to eventually co-found Blue H.E.L.P. and assist others in the battle with critical incident stress management.  Blue H.E.L.P. brings mental health awareness to the forefront by collecting data around law enforcement and corrections suicides. They offer training and readily available resources and usable data to guide law enforcement and their families on the path to developing resiliency and maintaining wellness. See The Numbers.  Something to take away from this eye-opening interview – you need to have an outlet, whether it is a friend, partner, significant other, or counselor. Choose the right people to support you in your healing journey. Not every mental health counselor is created equal, and some are not equipped with the right tools to communicate with first responders.    You can only work as good as your mind lets you work.  Contact Blue H.E.L.P. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn More about Blue H.E.L.P. https://bluehelp.org/ Blue H.E.L.P. is an organization devoted to reducing mental health stigmas through education, advocating for benefits for those suffering from post-traumatic stress, and acknowledging the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers lost to suicide, assisting officers in their search for healing, and bringing awareness to suicide and mental health issues. Recently, Blue H.E.L.P. has begun collecting data for ALL first responders to include: law enforcement, corrections, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and 911 Telecommunicators Take The Pledge: Commit to eradicating the stigma. Publicly show your support for prevention of law enforcement suicide; support for the officers who are suffering and; honor the memory of those we have lost.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Police Captain Robert Sweaza and his wife, Kristen, are my guests in Part Two of Mental Illness with Police Officers, where we discuss mental illness and how it relates to law enforcement officers. Kristen and Robert are the founders of Blue Wives Matter, a nonprofit dedicated to providing support for the families of fallen law enforcement officers. In this conversation, we talk about the particular challenges of mental health and suicide prevention education in law enforcement, the mental health stigma as it relates to first responders, and what goes into supporting the families of fallen officers.   If you are in crisis or know someone who is...please call: Suicide Lifeline at 1-800- 273-8255 or text the word “help” to 741-741 http://afsp.org/get-help   About Blue Wives Matter:   Blue Wives Matter was founded in 2017 after the untimely death of Fountain Valley California Police Officer Rick Nilos. Officer Rick Nilos dedicated his life to helping others, as a police officer and a US Marine. It was in his death that Blue Wives Matter became inspired to help the families who are left behind. It is our mission to provide the support that families need in their time of loss and grief. We support families no matter the cause of death.   Blue Wives Matter has provided support to over 100 widows and widowers. Support has been provided financially and emotionally. This year we plan to offer mental health grants for those in need while dealing with grief.   Blue Wives Matter also honors the children of officers who have died through the Patches of Honor Program. Each month, these children receive police patches in the mail. Patches are donated from agencies and officers all over the world. As the children build their patch collection, they feel connected to the law enforcement community.   Timestamps •Why are retired first responders at a high risk of suicide? •The surprising level of support for the families of fallen officers •Law enforcement agencies can handle the aftermath of suicide better •What is stopping first responders from seeking help with mental wellness? •How Blue Wives Matter provides support to families •Recognize when you need help and ask for it •Robert's advice for proper self-care: separate yourself from your work   Links   Connect with Shell Pavlis:   AFSP Board Member, Project 2025 Champion for Orange County, CA Realtor® Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties shellpavlis.afsp@gmail.com All Shell's Social: https://linktr.ee/shellseeshell   Connect with our guests, Robert and Kristen Sweaza: BlueWivesMatter@gmail.com RSweaza206@gmail.com Blue Wives Matter website: https://www.bluewivesmatter.net/ Copline: https://www.copline.org/ Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) https://www.concernsofpolicesurvivors.org/ Survivors of Blue Suicide (SBS): https://www.survivorsofbluesuicide.org/ Blue H.E.L.P. : https://bluehelp.org/ Council on Aging OC https://www.coasc.org   Children's Hospital of Orange County https://www.choc.org/mental-health/ Hoag Hospital https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/community-benefit/hoag-programs/mental- health-services/ University of California, Irvine https://counseling.uci.edu/services/ Let's Stop Suicide. Mental Health for All. Suicide Prevention. Suicide Support. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Orange County, CA: https://afsp.org/chapter/orange-county Become a Volunteer https://afsp.org/chapter/orange-county#volunteer Advocacy https://afsp.org/become-a-suicide-prevention-public-policy-advocate National Alliance on Mental Health https://nami.org/Support-Education DiDi Hirsch Mental Health Services (LA & OC) https://didihirsch.org Connect with Hope Out of the Darkness: http://HopeOutoftheDarkness.com Record a Question about mental health or suicide to be answered on an episode of Hope Out of the Darkness: https://www.speakpipe.com/HopeOutoftheDarkness Want to be a guest, or have an idea for a discussion you want to hear? Email Shellpavlis.afsp@gmail.com

Ep. 23 Today, I am bringing awareness to suicide and mental health issues within law enforcement. Joining me is Inspector Steve Hough who has 25 years in law enforcement. He is one of the co-founders, along with Karen Solomon and Dr. Jeffrey McGill, of Blue H.E.L.P., a non-profit organization committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers who have been lost to suicide and to supporting their families and loved ones. It is the only organization in the country that collects LE suicide data. Blue H.E.L.P. also works to de-stigmatize mental health and job stress issues and connects officers to wellness and treatment programs. Last year, Blue H.E.L.P. designated Sept. 26 as National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness day. I want to do my part in helping drive that awareness. Blue H.E.L.P.'s website is https://bluehelp.org/ You can find important information on services; stories of family members who have lost their LEO loved ones to suicide; the Honor Wall recognizing the service of those officers; and information on what you can do for National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day. Please feel free to email me your thoughts, ideas for topics, and/or if you are interested in being interviewed: Abby@ellsworthproductions.com. You can find On Being a Police Officer on Facebook; @AbbyEllsworth13 on Twitter; and on_being_a_police_officer on Instagram. Don't forget to subscribe/follow on you favorite podcast platform. All interviews, bookings, editing done by Abby Ellsworth.

My very special guests this week are Stephen & Krystina, who will be sharing their incredible story of how they are navigating through and fighting against the stigma of mental health. It's a must listen episode! If you or a loved one are struggling with mental health concerns or have suicidal thoughts, please know help is available to you. Reach out now: Help For Our Heroes Need to learn how to recognize the signs: Preventing Law Enforcement SuicideIf you have lost a LE loved one to suicide, consider this resource for help: Blue H.E.L.P.Remember, you are not alone.New to the LEOF life? Order the Amazon best-selling book, Welcome to the Family (Life Behind the Thin Blue Line) HERE and get the info you need to navigate our unique lifestyle!For the past year, we've all watched as the “defund the police” movement has spread acrossthe country, leading to skyrocketing crime and violence. It's felt as if we've been travelingthrough the Twilight Zone. Enough is enough.Law Enforcement Today, America's largest police-owned media outlet, is leading the charge tofight back. And we're looking for YOU to get in the fight as well. You can do your part by donating HEREBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEBecome a NCCA Member Today! A community that honors the 2nd Amendment,our liberties as Americans,& promotes equality for all. Join LET Unity Today! Use my code: BLUEFAMILY & save 10% when you join. Get VIP content, exclusive videos & more!Create With Canva ‎Canva makes design amazingly simple & fun! Create stunning designs with your photos & videos.Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=9CARYBYT8F7JL)

On Today's Podcast This week I sit down with Christy Lister. Christy Lister a mother of three children and former wife of a police officer, who after 25 years at the police department died by suicide in June of 2019. Christy is passionate about speaking up on mental health for police officers, first responders, and their families while advocating for changes within the mental health policies amongst the departments. Christy has been working with active/retired officers and their families providing education to allow them to understand that mental health is not a matter that should be overlooked or shunned as it has been in the past Christy is a founding board member of a local non-for-profit, The Harvesting Hope Project, that allows First Responders and their families to come together in a safe and private rural setting.   How to Connect with Christy christylister@gmail.com   Why Blue H.E.L.P.? It is the mission of Blue H.E.L.P. to reduce mental health stigma through education, advocate for benefits for those suffering from post-traumatic stress, acknowledge the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers we lost to suicide, support families after a suicide, and to bring awareness to suicide and mental health issues. DONATE: https://bluehelp.org/blue-help-regions/illinois/# 1stHelp: https://1sthelp.net/ (1stHelp is a searchable database dedicated to finding emotional, financial, and spiritual assistance for first responders.) Family Support: https://bluehelp.org/resources/family-support/ Blue HELP Illinois: https://bluehelp.org/blue-help-regions/illinois/# Blue HELP National: https://bluehelp.org/ Blue HELP on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BHFamilies  

Já kæra Körfuboltafjölskylda , Lokaúrslitin eru hafin ! Game 1 - Það voru ekki margir sem spáðu því að Þór frá Þorlákshöfn myndu mæta í Blue Höllina og pakka Keflvíkingum saman og ná mest 26 stiga forskoti. Hvað var það sem skildi á milli í kvöld ? Hvaða taktísku breytingar gerðu Þórsarar ? Hverning munu Keflvíkingar svara? .. Við greinum þennan leik á mannamáli á Endalínunni og tökum stöðuna fyrir leik 2. Kaldaspurningin á sínum stað og smá GÖTUSLÚÐUR eins og gengur og gerist á þessum árstíma ! Endalínan beint úr WhiteFoxStofunni í boði Kalda , WhiteFox og Cintamani á PodcastStöðinni , Bestu stöðinni !

Kæru hlustendur. Það voru stórir hlutir að gerast í kvöld - KRingar , 6faldir Íslandsmeistarar , duttu út og við fáum loksins nýja Íslandsmeistara árið 2021 !! Við gerum upp þennan 3ja leikdag í Semi´s þar sem Sjóðheitir Þórsarar skutu Stjörnuna í kaf á heimavelli sínum í Höfninni fögru og Gríðarlega sterkir Keflvíkingar sópuðu KR-ingum í sumarfrí í Blue Höllinni þar sem sem KR ingar misstu trúna ansi snemma. Sannkallað End of an era þar sem KR liðið hefur einokað þennan titil síðustu árin með því að vinna 6 sinnum í röð sem verður seint ef einhverntíman toppað ! Á Stjarnan möguleika að koma þessu í oddaleik ? Hvað gerðist andlega hjá KR ? Við förum í þetta og öll stóru málin beint úr WhiteFoxStofunni ásamt því að KaldaSpurningin er auðvitað á sínum stað og BRAKANDI FRÉTTIR af leikmannamálum í Keflavík fyrir næsta tímabil. Endalínan , körfuboltaumfjöllun fyrir lengra komna í boði Kalda , WhiteFox og Cintamani !

On this MADM, Sharonda Calderon is sharing about her husband, Deputy Omar Calderon, and how she became involved with Blue Help, with a desire to help others. Listen & share. Sponsor: Boutique Air MSL

On this edition of TMWS, I am having a candid conversation with Sharonda Calderon of Blue Help about law enforcement suicide and how they are helping officers and the families of fallen officers. Sharonda's own husband, Deputy Omar Calderon, was taken by suicide and we'll be honoring him during the show as well. After that, I'm recognizing 10-year-old Emoree Murray during The Mary Faye Headrick Good Deed Segment for her quick thinking and bravery that saved her grandmother. Following that segment, we'll have a brand new episode of Kyla's Korner with Kyla Carter followed by the Make A Difference Minute Replay highlighting Tuskegee Airman Leon Crayton, Daddy Saturday, Kyla Carter with Average Puzzle Piece, Chloestrong - Chloe Diak with Jeff Diak, April Bradley & the legacy of Officer Charlie Bradley, & Blanket Fort Hope. You can also subscribe to TMWS via Apple iTunes, Audioboom, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, & Blubrry. All shows are archived at TheMarkWhiteShow.com.

Chief Steven Casstevens is the immediate past president of the International Chiefs of Police and the current Chief at the Buffalo Grove, IL Police Department. He provides his take on mental health and wellness in law enforcement.    BIO Steven Casstevens is the Chief of Police with the Buffalo Grove, IL Police Department. He retired in 2011 as an Assistant Chief with the Hoffman Estates, IL Police Department, where he served for nearly 30 years. He then served as Chief of Police with the Cary, IL Police Department for 2 ½ years prior to being hired in Buffalo Grove June of 2013. He began his law enforcement career in the Military Police with the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division in 1976. Casstevens is a Past President of the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (ILACP). He is currently President of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). He serves on the Executive Committee of “Fight Crime-Invest in Kids” as well as their National Leadership Council. He also serves on the Advisory Board for the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility, the Advisory Board for Blue H.E.L.P. as well as the Executive Board of the Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF). He has authored numerous articles for Police Chief Magazine, Command Magazine and Law and Order. His 2011 keynote speech to a basic law enforcement academy class was featured in the FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin. He served as an adjunct instructor for Northwestern University Center for Public Safety for over 20 years. He has been a guest speaker for WYCC – Chicago TV, WGN Radio, Fox TV, C-SPAN, the Sean Spicer Show as well as several state and national law enforcement conferences. He has been a consultant for Ford Motor Company and Technical Advisor for Allstate Insurance and the National Safety Council. He has been called to testify before a Congressional Committee on health benefits for law enforcement and most recently was called before the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice to provide testimony on the issue of police officer safety and wellness. In 2020 he testified before a Senate Judiciary Hearing on Police Reform.   +++++ The First Responder Friday Podcast is a production of ConjoStudios, LLC as a part of the PTSD911 Documentary project. Visit our web site for more info about the film. www.ptsd911movie.com Host/Producer: Conrad Weaver Please support our film: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/ptsd911 Copyright ©2021 ConjoStudios, LLC All rights reserved. 

In this conversation, I talk to Lindsey Doolittle, a suicide (police sergeant's) widow, a loss survivor, but also an advocate and an activist, an artist and an author. We discuss how her husband's police department shunned and shamed her, where she found hope, and how she is living with her loss while providing meaningful support to others now. There is a LOT to take away from this conversation! In Lindsey's own words... "I choose not to sweep my husband's suicide under the rug. I'll never get over his death, but I can get through it..by speaking out and raising awareness."Here are all of the websites and more we talked about during our conversation Get her children's book "Goodnight Mr. Vincent Van Gogh" here on Amazon. (This book is also a part of the permanent collection at the Vincent Van Gogh library in Amsterdam! :)Above The Rug Advocate, Activist, Suicide Loss Survivor (Lindsey's website including links to her social media, etc)Blue H.E.L.P Honoring the Loss of Police Officers who have died by SuicideThrough This Together (Online Support) A Journey Through Grief TogetherSASS-MoKan Suicide Awareness Survivor Support serving Kansas & Missouri N.A.M.I National Alliance on Mental IllnessIf you or someone you know is struggling PLEASE reach out & talk to someone The National Suicide Lifeline is there for youIN a crisis you can also TEXT---> TEXT the word "HOME" to 741741 in the USA in Canada TEXT 686868 in the UK TEXT 85258And Grievers, I am always here. You can find me on Instagram at The Leftover Pieces

I interview retired Patrol Sergeant Mark DiBona. Mark discusses how he overcame two suicide attempts and is living a joyous and fulfilling life today. Find out more at bluehelp.org.

This episode contains discussions on: The 32nd annual National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Candlelight Vigil taking place virtually during Police Week due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Blue H.E.L.P. , an EventMobi app for Police Week, FBI LEOKA 2019 statistics and RIP for Kansas City Police Officer Michael S. Mosher are mentioned. The video and killing of b/m jogger Ahmaud Arbery by former Georgia cop Greg McMichael and his son Travis McMichael. The impact of COVID-19 on the American justice system and releasing inmates into the general population --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/leoroundtable/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/leoroundtable/support

Welcome to tonight's episode of The Saturday NIght Synopsis! My guest tonight is an advocate for mental health and suicide prevention, and is the Executive Assistant at Blue H.E.L.P, Miss Bryanna Mellen. Please visit www.bluehelp.org for more information.

I mention Blue H.E.L.P., advocacy group for police officers, in relation to mental health awareness. I bring job fields with hire trauma experience and solutions for those impacted on the job. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/benjamin-allen-belzer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/benjamin-allen-belzer/support