The santa monica police department will use FY24 lemhwa funding to (1) deliver mindfulness training to support department personnels emotional and mental health (2) provide tools for stress…

The City of Santa Monica Police Department was awarded a $200,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (CFDA 16.710 - Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants) to support mental health and wellness initiatives for department personnel. The funding will be used to (1) deliver mindfulness training to support the emotional and mental health of department personnel, (2) provide tools for stress reduction and resilience, and (3) design an application to offer on-demand mental health support services. To achieve these goals, the department will collaborate with subject matter experts and community stakeholders who are committed to promoting a culture where mental health is prioritized and destigmatized. The award period is from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2026.

The santa monica police department will use FY24 lemhwa funding to (1) deliver mindfulness training to support department personnels emotional and mental health (2) provide tools for stress reduction and resilience, and (3) design an application to provide on-demand mental health support services. To meet the goals of this action plan, the department will collaborate with subject matter experts in the local area andcommunity members who are invested in the well-being of smpd personnel and who are committed to helping the organization build a culture where mental health is prioritized and not stigmatized.