The EL centro police department requests funding to support peer support network expansion, provide increased access to licensed mental health professionals, deliver specialized mental health…

The Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services awarded the City of El Centro $161,800 on October 1, 2025, under the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) program to expand peer support networks, increase access to licensed mental health professionals, deliver specialized mental health training, and provide family-focused resources for the El Centro Police Department. The award will support institutionalization of wellness practices, reduction of stigma, and cultivation of a culture of resilience within the department. Performance occurs in El Centro, California, with a period of performance from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. The recipient is responsible for semiannual programmatic performance reports and quarterly Federal Financial Reports, as well as participation in DOJ monitoring activities including site visits and compliance reviews.

The EL centro police department requests funding to support peer support network expansion, provide increased access to licensed mental health professionals, deliver specialized mental health training, and offer family-focused resources. These enhancements will help institutionalize wellness practices, reduce stigma, improve physical and emotional readiness, and foster a culture of resilience across the department.