National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness and Trauma
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- 27 Jul, 2018
November 9th-11th, 2018
WHY?
C.O.P.S. recognizes that every law enforcement officer is subjected to crisis and tragedy as a part of their job. They see the most unthinkable acts of criminal behavior in our society. But are we doing a good job helping officers navigate these events over a course of a twenty to thirty year career?
We continue to see officers suffering from PTSD in growing numbers. Divorce rates continue to be higher for officers than the general public and tragically, too many officers choose to end their own lives each year.
WHO AND WHAT
This conference offers a much needed focus on officer wellness and the need to pro-actively address the cumulative stresses that can occur over an officer’s career. This conference is for all law enforcement officers (active or retired) nationwide. It is recommended for peer supporters, counselors, police chaplains and law enforcement spouses/significant others. Law enforcement survivors are also welcome to attend.
Pre-registration is mandatory for all attendees.
WHEN
Friday, November 9th - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday, November 10th - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 11th - 8:30 am - Noon
LOCATION AND HOTEL
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Oak Brook
1909 Spring Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 472-6000
$137 per room + 10% sales tax
Includes two daily breakfast vouchers.
Other amenities include an indoor pool, fitness center, and a complimentary hotel shuttle within five mile radius.
The deadline to reserve your room with the C.O.P.S. discounted rate is October 19, 2018, pending availability.
FEES AND DEADLINE
The fee to attend is $300 per person. The registration fee covers classes, three meals (two conference lunches and dinner at Law Enforcement Appreciation Night) and two hospitality events. C.O.P.S. believes that spouses/significant others play a major role in the overall well-being of law enforcement officer wellness. Spouses/significant others who are attending with a registered participant may attend all classes, meals and hospitality events at a reduced rate of $125.
C.O.P.S. recognizes that every law enforcement officer is subjected to crisis and tragedy as a part of their job. They see the most unthinkable acts of criminal behavior in our society. But are we doing a good job helping officers navigate these events over a course of a twenty to thirty year career?
We continue to see officers suffering from PTSD in growing numbers. Divorce rates continue to be higher for officers than the general public and tragically, too many officers choose to end their own lives each year.
WHO AND WHAT
This conference offers a much needed focus on officer wellness and the need to pro-actively address the cumulative stresses that can occur over an officer’s career. This conference is for all law enforcement officers (active or retired) nationwide. It is recommended for peer supporters, counselors, police chaplains and law enforcement spouses/significant others. Law enforcement survivors are also welcome to attend.
Pre-registration is mandatory for all attendees.
WHEN
Friday, November 9th - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday, November 10th - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 11th - 8:30 am - Noon
LOCATION AND HOTEL
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Oak Brook
1909 Spring Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 472-6000
$137 per room + 10% sales tax
Includes two daily breakfast vouchers.
Other amenities include an indoor pool, fitness center, and a complimentary hotel shuttle within five mile radius.
The deadline to reserve your room with the C.O.P.S. discounted rate is October 19, 2018, pending availability.
FEES AND DEADLINE
The fee to attend is $300 per person. The registration fee covers classes, three meals (two conference lunches and dinner at Law Enforcement Appreciation Night) and two hospitality events. C.O.P.S. believes that spouses/significant others play a major role in the overall well-being of law enforcement officer wellness. Spouses/significant others who are attending with a registered participant may attend all classes, meals and hospitality events at a reduced rate of $125.
On January 9th, 2018, partnering organizations in support of law enforcement officers nationwide will promote National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.). In light of recent negativity directed toward law enforcement nationally, there is a need to show law enforcement officers that our citizens recognize the difficult and sometimes impossible career they have chosen, in public service to us all.
On January 9th of each year we will call our nation’s citizens to action in support of law enforcement. Those citizens who appreciate law enforcement and are discouraged about the negative attention being given to law enforcement are encouraged to take time on January 9, to show their support. Our citizens can show their support in a number of ways:
• Change your profile picture on social media to the .jpg image provided at www.facebook.com/nationalcops.
• Wear blue clothing in support of law enforcement.
• Send a card of support to your local police department or state agency.
• Share a story about a positive law enforcement experience on social media.
• Ask children in your community to write letters in support of law enforcement.
• Participate in Project Blue Light - Proudly display your blue light in support of law enforcement.
• Organize an event or a rally in support of your law enforcement officers.
• Advertise your support through local media outlets/billboards.
• Post the public service announcement supplied by C.O.P.S. to your organization’s webpage or social media pages.
Most importantly, if you see a police officer, thank a police officer.
On January 9th of each year we will call our nation’s citizens to action in support of law enforcement. Those citizens who appreciate law enforcement and are discouraged about the negative attention being given to law enforcement are encouraged to take time on January 9, to show their support. Our citizens can show their support in a number of ways:
• Change your profile picture on social media to the .jpg image provided at www.facebook.com/nationalcops.
• Wear blue clothing in support of law enforcement.
• Send a card of support to your local police department or state agency.
• Share a story about a positive law enforcement experience on social media.
• Ask children in your community to write letters in support of law enforcement.
• Participate in Project Blue Light - Proudly display your blue light in support of law enforcement.
• Organize an event or a rally in support of your law enforcement officers.
• Advertise your support through local media outlets/billboards.
• Post the public service announcement supplied by C.O.P.S. to your organization’s webpage or social media pages.
Most importantly, if you see a police officer, thank a police officer.
