Thepurpose of this study was to understand what concerns police officers have about healthand job performance and to determine how important they believe wellness programs arein aiding them to remain in proper physical condition. This study referred to the theory ofplanned behavior to understand the...
Of police officers are OBESE, which is 8% above the general population.3 Total Number of monthly pension payments paid to an officer upon retirement prior to death.5 1John M. Violanti, Tara A. Hartley, et al.,“Life Expectancy in Police Officers: A Comparison with the U.S. GeneralPopul...
“Officer wellness is a critical reason for having these dogs,” Stoga admits. “Police officers who are going through on-the-job stress or personal stress may hesitate to talk to a coworker, trained therapist or wellness officer, but they will talk to the dog. They will say thin...
How state police agencies are addressing the issue of wellness the comprehensiveness of wellness programs provided by the 50 state police agencies/departments of public safety for their commissioned law enforcement officers... RL Church,N Robertson - 《Policing An International Journal of Police Strategi...
Countless studies show that the stress of long commutes can really take a toll on people. One study measures the heart rates and blood pressures of commuters and found that a commute to workraises both numbershigher than fighter pilots going into battle or riot police officers in training exerc...
Our programs focus on cultivating mental strength, encouraging positivity, and helping you navigate challenges for a healthier, more balanced life. Welcome to Blue Grit I’m Eric Tung, a police officer with 17 years of experience, currently serving as a patrol operations commander in Washington ...
Purpose Statement:In light of the stresses of police work, recent years have brought heightened attention to the tolls of the job on individual officers. These can include illness, mental and behavioral health challenges, and even suicide. There is thus a strong push for proactive efforts to adv...
“Head Start programs have always been crucial in providing a strong foundation for children’s development, and their significance has become even more evident in the pandemic,” said Laura Bartus, Communications Director at Children & Families First. “Through their tireless efforts, Head Start edu...
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Indeed, a larger budget for family support initiatives can significantly amplify their impact. With more financial resources, agencies can expand the scope of their programs, host a greater variety of events, provide more comprehensive training, and reach a wider audience of first responders ...