It is time to focus on the Hope of a better New Year
The end of 2020 posted explosive numbers of incidents of suicides and mental health struggles among our Law Enforcment Officers, Fire Fighters, Healthcare workers and Dispatchers due to extraordinary events during the year including the worldwide Pandemic. CISM and Peer Support focus has been extremely critical in protecting the mental wellness of those who keep us safe. The reality we have faced fades as we shine a light of hope on a new year.
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