{"id":24935,"date":"2024-06-25T18:04:52","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T18:04:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/?page_id=24935"},"modified":"2024-07-25T13:24:58","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T13:24:58","slug":"family-wellness-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/family-wellness-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Wellness"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-24935\" class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-24935-0\" class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-24935-0-0\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-24935-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div class=\"panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-24935-0-0-0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-25040 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_766537864-300x168.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"405\" height=\"227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_766537864-300x168.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_766537864-1024x574.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_766537864-768x430.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_766537864-1536x861.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_766537864-2048x1148.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 405px) 100vw, 405px\" \/>Importance of prioritizing wellness in police families\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Family wellness is a key aspect of an officer\u2019s overall well-being. Familial relationships are diverse, and the term \u201cfamily\u201d can mean different things to different people. Throughout this website, \u201cfamily\u201d refers to anyone the officer considers part of their support system, which may include a spouse or partner and children, as well as parents, siblings, and friends. Because of the meaningful role these relationships play in an officer\u2019s life, families\u2014however defined\u2014are important allies in promoting officer well-being. Similarly, the term \u201cofficer\u201d is used here, but wellness efforts should include all sworn and non-sworn personnel at any level of seniority.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20,"335559739":160,"335559740":257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Job stressors may affect home life, and vice versa, so it is helpful to think about officer wellness both on- and off-duty. Certain aspects of police work also affect the family. For example, a rotating schedule consisting of long hours and non-traditional days off can impact life at home. When officers and their families have the appropriate tools to navigate these circumstances together, officers, families, agencies, and, ultimately, communities, benefit.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20,"335559739":160,"335559740":257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Often, spouses and other family members are the first to notice when something seems amiss with their officer. Knowing what signs to look for and where to turn for help can equip families as the first line of defense in officer wellness.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Educating<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and providing resources to an officer\u2019s family can help mitigate unwanted outcomes such as emotional detachment, burnout, exhaustion, and unhealthy coping strategies. Strong and secure familial relationships promote a healthier mentality resulting in increased safety, wellness, and job performance.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559685":-20,"335559737":-20,"335559739":160,"335559740":257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A variety of family wellness resources are available throughout the following pages:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-24935-1\" class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"custom-responsive-card-row panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-24935-1\" ><div id=\"pgc-24935-1-0\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"card card--media-top\"> <div class=\"card__content textwidget\"> <h3 class=\"widget-title\">Mental Health<\/h3> <p><\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/?page_id=24948&preview=true\" class=\"button button--more\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/p> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-24935-1-1\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"card card--media-top\"> <div class=\"card__content textwidget\"> <h3 class=\"widget-title\">Physical Wellness <\/h3> <p><\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/?page_id=24949&preview=true\" class=\"button button--more\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/p> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-24935-1-2\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"card card--media-top\"> <div class=\"card__content textwidget\"> <h3 class=\"widget-title\">Work-Life Balance<\/h3> <p><\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/?page_id=24958&preview=true\" class=\"button button--more\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/p> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-24935-2\" class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"custom-responsive-card-row panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-24935-2\" ><div id=\"pgc-24935-2-0\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"card card--media-top\"> <div class=\"card__content textwidget\"> <h3 class=\"widget-title\">Financial Wellness<\/h3> <p><\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/?page_id=24964&preview=true\" class=\"button button--more\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/p> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-24935-2-1\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"card card--media-top\"> <div class=\"card__content textwidget\"> <h3 class=\"widget-title\">Communication<\/h3> <p><\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/?page_id=24969&preview=true\" class=\"button button--more\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/p> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-24935-2-2\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div class=\"card card--media-top\"> <div class=\"card__content textwidget\"> <h3 class=\"widget-title\">Retirement<\/h3> <p><\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverpolicing.org\/?page_id=24974&preview=true\" class=\"button button--more\">LEARN MORE<\/a><\/p> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-24935-3\" class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-24935-3-0\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-24935-3-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"7\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Additional resources<\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theiacp.org\/sites\/default\/files\/247691_IACP_Family_Support_Guide_p2.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Employee and Family Wellness Guide<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theiacp.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2022-04\/family%20wellness%20-%20emergency%20preparedness.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Emergency Preparedness for Law Enforcement Families<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cops.usdoj.gov\/resources\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">COPS Office Resources<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theiacp.org\/resources\/document\/officer-safety-and-wellness\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">IACP Officer Safety and Wellness Resources<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>Contact Information<\/strong> <\/span><span 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