Please note: Since this article was published it has been determined that the event on June 4th will be the Peace Officers Ceremony only. The Medal of Honor Ceremony will occur in the fall per COVID-19 restrictions.
In honor of Women’s History Month…
Here are a few articles highlighting Women in Law Enforcement in Seattle and Beyond
Women in Early Seattle by Seattle.Gov
Seattle’s First Female Officers on the Beat by HistoryLink.org
10 Trailblazing U.S. Law Women by MentalFloss.com
Enjoy the fun historical read!
Photo: Sylvia Hunsicker, undated
Courtesy Seattle Police Department
I came across this article in the NY Times. It is a well written article about the Law Enforcement Officer that was one the original founders of the Make A Wish Foundation.
Click HERE or the picture below to read more…
Check out the latest Law Enforcement Family Network Flashlight Series Video!
Therapist Rebecca Grondel, MA explores the importance of stopping and paying attention to what our kids are REALLY saying.
Dr Stephanie Conn, the founder of First Responder Psychology in Beaverton Oregon, and author of the book, “Increasing Resilience in Police and Emergency Personnel.” highlights some of the specific benefits of a treatment method called EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing).
This treatment method is very effective for dealing with significant and accumulative trauma, with the added benefit of having no physiological side effects.
Dr Conn mentions a link in her Flashlight episode and you may find more information about EMDR HERE or another resource HERE
In this timely Flashlight Series Video, Rebecca Grondel, MA gives insight and ideas for maintaining connection with your partner, family or loved ones during times of stress. From the simple moments of who is emptying the dishwasher to bigger tougher moments.
Lieutenant Julie Beard from the Redmond Police Department offers families some helpful tips for enjoying a safe Halloween.
Looks like the weather and the moon are going to add to the holiday fun!
