Jon schorsch on safe call now

Jon Schorsch on Safe Call NowJon Schorsch on Safe Call Now

bullSafe Call Now offers confidential support for federal state and local public safety workers including law enforcement and correctional officers first responders and firefighters as well as their families

In order to perform the duties of these jobs effectively individuals must maintain top physical and mental health

bullThese positions place an incredible amount of stress on individuals and many may feel like they have nowhere to turn

Public safety employees established Safe Call Now to provide a network of supporters who understand the singular demands of these taxing jobs and offer the necessary help

Those in the public safety sector have an incredible responsibility to their communities protecting life and property

bullAny personal problems such as divorce financial struggles or trouble sleeping compound the pressures of these jobs which may lead to an unhealthy mental state

For this reason public safety employees and their families should learn the warning signs of psychological trauma and take immediate action when they notice them

Some of the most common signals of stress include drug and alcohol abuse irritability depression erratic behavior and restlessness

bullMany of those in the public sector fail to seek help even when they realize that they have a need because they believe that they could lose their jobs

This feeling of alienation makes the condition even worse

Unfortunately lack of confidential support has led to some shocking figures

bullFor example police officers in California are more likely to lose their lives to suicide than die in the line of duty

In fact the suicide rate among police officers is three times greater than that of the general public

bullSafe Call Now aims to end this tragedy by offering confidential support to those who need it most whenever they require it

By providing help from those who understand the unique situation of public safety employees Safe Call Now hopes to eliminate feelings of alienation and connect individuals to assistance without fear of losing their jobs

For more information about Safe Call Now or to get involved in with the organization visit SafeCallNoworg

About the AuthorAbout the Author

Jon Schorsch served as a Washington State police officer until a boating accident left him permanently blinded

Supporting his colleagues he remains active in his department and acts as a designated representative for Safe Call Now

Outside of his professional career Jon Schorsch advocates for the blind through Sight Connections the National Federation of the Blind and several blind sporting organizations

Thank You

Jon SchorschDispute Resolution Professional