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14 Nov 2022
The Blue knot Foundation – National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma
Support Services for survivors and supporters of people living with or effected by complex trauma including resources to empower recovery via a helpline, redress services for those effected by institutionalized child sexual abuse and a national counselling and referral service for disability including educational workshops and resources.
03 Apr 2022
The Change Room
Founded in 2016, this program aims to provide a combination of mental health and resilience training to those people living with physical and emotional injury. With a mix of mentors who include former elite sportsman and physical intelligence experts programs cover information relating to health, nutrition and exercise as a way to heal.
03 Apr 2022
Thompson Institute
Based on the Sunshine Coast, Qld the Thompson Institute is researched based and connected with the University of the Sunshine Coast where they integrate mental health and neurological research, teaching and clinical services. The Emerald proactive mental wellbeing program is available free of charge for those living with a mental health condition and who are striving to find ways to enhance their wellbeing.
03 Apr 2022
TPAV: The Police Association of Victoria
All Australian Police jurisdictions have Police Unions who provide Industrial Relations, Financial and in some state’s welfare and mental health support and services. Assistance for issues relating to workers compensation, legal matters, necessitous circumstances, and career transition may also be available through your state union. Associate membership for former officers is another way to stay connected to support and services post policing.
03 Apr 2022
Traumatic Stress Clinic (University of NSW, The Westmead Institute)
Based in Westmead NSW, this evidence and researched based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) program, is available for police who have experienced work based and organisational trauma. Investigating new ways of enhancing existing CBT treatments along with 11 weeks of weekly one on one counselling with a clinical psychologist to ascertain the benefits of therapy tailored specifically to emergency services workers.
04 Jul 2024
Trojans Trek
Trojans Trek assists police and veterans to deal with their mental health issues via a peer led wilderness experience.
03 Apr 2022
UNOPAA: United Nations and Overseas Policing Association of Australia
All Australian Police jurisdictions have Police Unions who provide Industrial Relations, Financial and in some state’s welfare and mental health support and services. Assistance for issues relating to workers compensation, legal matters, necessitous circumstances, and career transition may also be available through your state union. Associate membership for former officers is another way to stay connected to support and services post policing.
05 Jun 2022
Vicarious Trauma
Vicarious trauma by way of exposures to the traumatic experiences of others can erode your sense of self and change the way you view the world.
03 Apr 2022
Victoria Police
Each individual state police jurisdictions will have mental health services for serving police which should include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with other specific services. This may include EAP for transitioning police, former police up to 12 months and services for families. Career Transition services may also be included in some jurisdictions as moving into a new career after serving in the police force impacts mental health outcomes.
03 Apr 2022
Victoria Police Legacy
Police Legacy provide professional and compassionate support to families who have suffered a loss through the provision of benefits and services. Children who have lost a parent may benefit from camps, scholarships, trust funds and regular social engagement which is also extended to partners and parents. Each jurisdiction has independent services which may differ from state to state.
03 Apr 2022
WAPU: Western Australian Police Union
All Australian Police jurisdictions have Police Unions who provide Industrial Relations, Financial and in some state’s welfare and mental health support and services. Assistance for issues relating to workers compensation, legal matters, necessitous circumstances, and career transition may also be available through your state union. Associate membership for former officers is another way to stay connected to support and services post policing.
03 Apr 2022
Western Australia Police Force - EAP Provider – Converge International
Each individual state police jurisdictions will have mental health services for serving police which should include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with other specific services. This may include EAP for transitioning police, former police up to 12 months and services for families. Career Transition services may also be included in some jurisdictions as moving into a new career after serving in the police force impacts mental health outcomes.
03 Apr 2022
Western Australia Police Legacy
Police Legacy provide professional and compassionate support to families who have suffered a loss through the provision of benefits and services. Children who have lost a parent may benefit from camps, scholarships, trust funds and regular social engagement which is also extended to partners and parents. Each jurisdiction has independent services which may differ from state to state.
17 Nov 2021
Yoga Teachers and Providers
Yoga has been used for centuries to assist with flexibility, building strength and providing overall benefits to the mind and body. It incorporates breathing exercises, meditation, and several poses to encourage relaxation and reduce stress. It is of particular benefit to police due to the power of inducing feelings of peace and tranquility whilst improving your flexibility, core strength and muscle tone.