Ep. 23 National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day - 9/26 - Blue H.E.L.P.

On Being a Police Officer

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.

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