The city of powder springs police department is seeking $160,000 over two years through the law enforcement mental health and wellness act (lemhwa) program to implement the blue mind wellness program,…

The Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Program awarded the City of Powder Springs $160,000 on October 1, 2025, through the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) program to implement the Blue Mind Wellness Program.

The Blue Mind Wellness Program will deliver confidential mental health services to law enforcement officers and civilian staff, including individual and group therapy provided by contracted licensed mental health professionals, peer support training, wellness-related professional development, stress reduction activities, and support services for officer families. Funds will support contracts with mental health providers, wellness workshops, and purchase of wellness materials.

The City of Powder Springs, a municipal government in Cobb County, Georgia, is the recipient. The period of performance runs from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, with performance taking place in Powder Springs, Georgia. The LEMHWA program supports state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies implementing new or enhanced programs addressing officer emotional and mental health, peer mentoring, suicide prevention, stress reduction, and family support services.

The city of powder springs police department is seeking $160,000 over two years through the law enforcement mental health and wellness act (lemhwa) program to implement the blue mind wellness program, a comprehensive initiative designed to support the mental health and emotional resilience of its officers and staff. As a growing suburban community in cobb county, georgia, powder springs recognizes the critical need to invest in resources that promote officer well-being, reduce burnout, and build a healthier workplace culture. The blue mind wellness program will provide confidential access to mental health professionals for individual and group therapy, offer peer support training, offer wellness-related professional development, and engage officers in activities that support stress reduction and emotional well-being. The program also includes support services for civilian staff and families of officers. Funds will be used to contract licensed mental health providers, host wellness workshops, and purchase wellness-related materials.