The dothan police department in collaboration with the alabama law enforcement alliance for peer support (ALLEAPS)will use FY24 lemhwa funding to host a series of workshop seminars and conferences…

The dothan police department in collaboration with the alabama law enforcement alliance for peer support (ALLEAPS)will use FY24 lemhwa funding to host a series of workshop seminars and conferences tailored for law enforcement officers, civilian staff, and their families. These workshops will be facilitated by experienced and qualified consultants who specialize in mental health and trauma support for first responders. During each session, practical strategies and tools will be shared to help officers effectively manage their mental well-being and optimize their performance on the job. The consultants will work closely with participants to provide personalized support for any challenges related to police-related stress and trauma that they may be facing to include topics such as officer-involved shootings, law enforcement stress, family survival, communication skills, defusings, coaching, suicide prevention, and more. These educational seminars are designed to offer valuable insights and resources on the unique stressors and traumatic incidents commonly experienced in law enforcement. Participants will actively engage in hands-on workbook activities aimed at processing and coping with the emotional demands of their profession.