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2024/08/13 3:23:34 Be Kind to You! You Matter More Than You Know

You matter! In fact, you matter more than you know. Make sure you print out this poster as a daily reminder...

You matter! In fact, you matter more than you know. Make sure you print out this poster as a daily reminder to be kind to yourself.
2024/08/13 3:09:14 Be Kind to You, Give Yourself a Break Be Kind to You, Give Yourself a Break

Superman has the Justice League. Batman has Robin. Who do you call when you need a friend? Use this poster to...

Superman has the Justice League. Batman has Robin. Who do you call when you need a friend? Use this poster to keep in mind that you need to be kind to yourself, take a break sometimes, and know that it’s okay to need a friend.
2024/08/13 1:30:46 Be Kind to You, Make Time for Those Who Matter Most

Do you spend quality time with those who matter the most to you? Use this poster to remind yourself to be...

Do you spend quality time with those who matter the most to you? Use this poster to remind yourself to be kind and make time for those who matter most.
2024/02/12 6:39:25 Work on Yourself: Planning for Retirement

Chief Will Balling (retired) describes his journey and identifies four areas that are important for...

Chief Will Balling (retired) describes his journey and identifies four areas that are important for maintaining healthy habits throughout a law enforcement career.
2022/04/21 6:14:09 Functional Fitness: Stress Reduction and Optimized Performance

As a law enforcement officer, you know that your body is one of your greatest tools on the job. Your physical...

As a law enforcement officer, you know that your body is one of your greatest tools on the job. Your physical health can make all the difference when apprehending a subject, surviving a critical incident, and much more. However, some law enforcement officers de-prioritize their physical health and endanger themselves by not being physically prepared for the job. This panel discussion features lessons learned and techniques for making behavior changes based on promising practices and personal stories of law enforcement executive leaders from across the country. It will show officers how to improve their overall health and wellness through such simple tasks as maintaining a proper diet and getting quality sleep.
2020/12/02 8:15:45 Got a Minute? and While We Have You... Agency Guide

Resource for agencies on how to use resources in the Got a Minute? and While We Have You... Series. This...

Resource for agencies on how to use resources in the Got a Minute? and While We Have You... Series. This poster series aims to provide resources on mental wellness issues such as depression, post-traumatic stress, substance abuse, etc. The posters are designed for locations where law enforcement officers have a moment of privacy, such as restrooms and locker rooms.
2020/12/02 8:00:39 9 Ways to Build Strength in Law Enforcement Family Relationships...

This infographic will aid officers by helping their families cope with the stress and worries that accompany...

This infographic will aid officers by helping their families cope with the stress and worries that accompany the experience of having a family member in law enforcement. Building stronger and more resilient families leads to stronger and more resilient officers who feel supported both at work and at home. By helping families cope with the stress and worries that accompany the experience of having a family member in law enforcement, agencies can keep their officers healthier, safer, and better able to protect and serve their communities.
2020/12/02 7:57:40 Stress Reduction Agency Guide Stress Reduction Agency Guide

This series will discuss the science related to, and the role of, diet, nutrition, exercise, and stress in a...

This series will discuss the science related to, and the role of, diet, nutrition, exercise, and stress in a law enforcement-friendly manner. It focuses on things that officers can do for themselves to address and relieve cumulative and chronic stress.
2020/10/08 12:16:02 Stress Reduction—3 Things You Can Do to Reduce Negative Impacts of...

Stress reduction starts with you! Remember these three things you can do to reduce the negative impacts of...

Stress reduction starts with you! Remember these three things you can do to reduce the negative impacts of stress. Keep stress reduction at the forefront with this poster that you can hang in your locker or other high visibility locations.
2020/10/08 12:15:21 Stress Reduction—Tap the Well Stress Reduction—Tap the Well

An empty well gives no water. This poster reinforces the need for self-care to “help fill your...

An empty well gives no water. This poster reinforces the need for self-care to “help fill your reserves.” Keep self-care at the forefront with this poster that you can hang in your locker or other high visibility locations.
2020/10/08 12:14:32 Stress Inoculation—Healthy Support Stress Inoculation—Healthy Support

You are not alone. Lewis Schlosser, Ph.D., is a certified police psychologist. He addresses the critical...

You are not alone. Lewis Schlosser, Ph.D., is a certified police psychologist. He addresses the critical issue of officer wellness and officer suicide, aspects of these topics, and places you can seek support. There are culturally competent professionals waiting to help you. Make sure you do not suffer in silence. Ask for help when you need it. Police officers are fantastic at helping people. Learn to help yourself too.
2020/10/08 12:13:32 Stress Inoculation—Healthy Habits Stress Inoculation—Healthy Habits

In this video, cardiologist and law enforcement officer Jonathan Sheinberg discusses the importance that...

In this video, cardiologist and law enforcement officer Jonathan Sheinberg discusses the importance that sleep, nutrition, and fitness play in the long-term physical and mental health of law enforcement officers. Lieutenant Sheinberg shares the ways his agency has adjusted their daily habits to improve their overall health.
2020/10/08 12:11:59 What Are You Bringing Home to Your Family?

Protect yourself and your family from invisible threats! Keep practical tips easy to reference by...

Protect yourself and your family from invisible threats! Keep practical tips easy to reference by printing this poster and keeping in high visibility areas, such as the agency kitchen, restrooms, and locker rooms.
2020/10/07 2:09:29 9 Ways to Build Strength in Law Enforcement Family Relationships

This digital infographic is designed to help you and your family come up with ways to build strength and...

This digital infographic is designed to help you and your family come up with ways to build strength and resiliency in your relationships. Save the infographic to your phone, tablet, or computer for easy reference! Did you find something that worked for you and your family? Tell us about it at info@valorforblue.org.
2020/10/07 2:06:29 Icebreakers Icebreakers

Help your fellow officers. The Icebreakers infographic was designed to not only help you identify fellow...

Help your fellow officers. The Icebreakers infographic was designed to not only help you identify fellow officers who may be in crisis, but also to give you a starting point to break the ice in starting the conversation to get them help.
2020/07/28 8:15:03 The Importance of Health and Wellness During a Crisis

This publication discusses the importance of maintaining health and wellness in all law enforcement agencies,...

This publication discusses the importance of maintaining health and wellness in all law enforcement agencies, especially during times of crisis. The authors discuss the origins of officer stress and recommendations for how officers can improve their physical and emotional health.
2020/03/16 1:38:24 Preventative Cardiac Screening - Case Study: Vail, Colorado

In this episode, Chief John Bouthillette, a lead instructor with the VALOR Program, is joined by Commander...

In this episode, Chief John Bouthillette, a lead instructor with the VALOR Program, is joined by Commander Craig Bettis of the Vail, Colorado, Police Department. Chief Bouthillette and Commander Bettis highlight a successful cardiac screening initiative at the Vail Police Department and the outcomes of the department’s efforts.
2019/10/31 7:18:26 Echoes of Columbine Echoes of Columbine

This video documents the issue of school shootings and what schools, parents, and law enforcement can do to...

This video documents the issue of school shootings and what schools, parents, and law enforcement can do to help prevent these attacks.
2019/10/31 6:35:28 An Investigation of New York Police Department’s Officer Wellness and...

This report establishes the support services available within NYPD and gives recommendations for providing...

This report establishes the support services available within NYPD and gives recommendations for providing better support to officers experiencing various types of trauma, depression, and other mental health issues. It also identifies ways in which officers may need assistance from their departments including managing critical incidents, impaired performance, retirement, and mental health services.
2019/10/16 8:35:24 Officer Drowned: Water Safety Tips and Training for Law Enforcement

This publication discusses the importance of water safety training in law enforcement. The author states...

This publication discusses the importance of water safety training in law enforcement. The author states that although a number of departments have highly skilled marine units, not many train their patrol officers. Nevertheless, it is not unusual for an officer to rescue a person from the water, get caught in a swamped patrol car, or fall when boarding or pulling something out of a boat. Further, the author cites ways for law enforcement leaders to incorporate water safety training into their departments’ training programs.
2019/10/03 8:23:25 Tips for Healthy Eating and Exercising When Working Shifts

This bulletin lists ten ways that professionals can use when working shifts so that their eating and exercise...

This bulletin lists ten ways that professionals can use when working shifts so that their eating and exercise habits do not suffer. Because shift workers are at a higher risk for weight gain and heart disease, proper nutrition and eating habits are important. These ten easy tips can help professionals stay healthy, even on irregular or shift work schedules.
2019/09/26 3:43:19 Dietary Guidelines For Americans 2015–2020 (For Professionals: ...

This toolkit discusses the 2015–2020 dietary guidelines to help Americans make healthy food choices. It is a...

This toolkit discusses the 2015–2020 dietary guidelines to help Americans make healthy food choices. It is a go-to resource for policymakers, public health professionals, and experts working to improve the health of individuals, families, and communities across the nation. It covers five overarching guidelines.
2018/12/14 2:02:08 What's New in Blue feat. Dr. Jon Sheinberg

This episode of What’s New in Blue features Dr. Jon Sheinberg, a board-certified cardiologist and a sworn...

This episode of What’s New in Blue features Dr. Jon Sheinberg, a board-certified cardiologist and a sworn officer from Texas, who discusses the prevalence of coronary disease in law enforcement and suggests ways for officers to prevent heart attacks.
2018/11/01 4:09:55 How to Help Prevent Officer Suicide How to Help Prevent Officer Suicide

In this podcast episode, Jim and Doug discuss the ways in which top-quality peer support programs can be...

In this podcast episode, Jim and Doug discuss the ways in which top-quality peer support programs can be built and maintained within law enforcement agencies to help prevent officer suicide.
2018/09/27 7:23:09 Safe Call Now Safe Call Now

This news clip discusses the program Safe Call Now, which was designed to help law enforcement officers deal...

This news clip discusses the program Safe Call Now, which was designed to help law enforcement officers deal with depression and drug addiction.
2018/08/08 3:28:06 Suicide Risk Factors Suicide Risk Factors

This handout provides details to law enforcement officers on how to help fellow officers potentially at risk...

This handout provides details to law enforcement officers on how to help fellow officers potentially at risk for suicide.
2018/07/31 1:53:11 Be a First Responder Be a First Responder

This poster reminds law enforcement officers to be aware of PTSD symptoms, and to seek help for themselves...

This poster reminds law enforcement officers to be aware of PTSD symptoms, and to seek help for themselves and others.
2018/07/31 1:38:57 Reduce Stress Reduce Stress

This poster provides steps to reduce stress and increase health.

This poster provides steps to reduce stress and increase health.
2018/07/31 1:07:50 Resilience Initiatives for Agencies Resilience Initiatives for Agencies

This poster provides resilience-building initiatives for agencies in hopes of mitigating the negative effects...

This poster provides resilience-building initiatives for agencies in hopes of mitigating the negative effects of stress.
2018/07/31 1:03:13 Building Resilience for Officers Building Resilience for Officers

This handout outlines the negative impact stress can have on law enforcement officers and provides steps for...

This handout outlines the negative impact stress can have on law enforcement officers and provides steps for building resilience.
2018/07/30 4:45:39 Building Resilience Building Resilience

This poster outlines different ways law enforcement officers can reduce stress.

This poster outlines different ways law enforcement officers can reduce stress.
2018/07/23 7:49:59 Behind Closed Doors Behind Closed Doors

This poster highlights the prevalence of law enforcement officer suicides, and reminders officers to be aware...

This poster highlights the prevalence of law enforcement officer suicides, and reminders officers to be aware of outside stressors.
2018/06/27 1:41:13 5 Things You Should Know About Stress 5 Things You Should Know About Stress

This publication lists five things that everyone should know about stress, including the different types of...

This publication lists five things that everyone should know about stress, including the different types of stress, the effects of stress, and tips for managing stress.
2018/06/07 2:12:21 Not Today Not Today

This poster emphasizes mental preparations and actions for law enforcement officers to take to help ensure...

This poster emphasizes mental preparations and actions for law enforcement officers to take to help ensure that they stay safe.
2017/10/20 3:23:54 Mental Health and Wellness Mental Health and Wellness

This online training module is designed to provide an overview of the different levels of on-the-job...

This online training module is designed to provide an overview of the different levels of on-the-job stressors that law enforcement officers face in the commission of their jobs. Officers have to worry not only about the physical dangers but also the emotional stressors, which can affect officer safety. Operating under stress can lead to fatigue, burnout, depression, physical and emotional ailments, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and lack of sleep, all of which can impact an officer’s thought processes, reaction time, perception, and judgment. The module outlines the characteristics of stress and gives techniques to managing it and creating a work-life balance.
2017/09/27 6:04:35 You Are What You Repeatedly Do You Are What You Repeatedly Do

This poster reminds officers to practice healthy habits because they are what they repeatedly do.

This poster reminds officers to practice healthy habits because they are what they repeatedly do.
2017/09/13 5:01:08 How Healthy Are You? How Healthy Are You?

This poster reminds officers that physical and mental health matters for safety and resilience.

This poster reminds officers that physical and mental health matters for safety and resilience.
2017/09/13 4:08:16 Some Wounds Are Invisible Some Wounds Are Invisible

This poster outlines the symptoms associated with PTSD for officer reference.

This poster outlines the symptoms associated with PTSD for officer reference.

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