From Cuba PD-
Today we would like to take time to give a special recognition and thank you to our Police Chaplain Pastor Jeff Giampa.
Police officers face an extraordinary amount of stress on the job. Mental health services are a crucial component of officer wellness, and it’s vital for police agencies to maintain a robust offering of programs to keep police officers mentally fit. One of these services is the use of police chaplains.
A police chaplain serves as a support system for law enforcement and victims in times of crisis. They can be volunteers or sworn officers. They come from all faiths and are fully ordained. Some hold degrees or certifications in mental health treatment.
It’s well-known that many officers are guarded by nature and can have trouble opening up about their trauma to a psychologist or other mental health professional in a formal environment. Similar to peer support programs, police chaplains can be effective in these cases because they offer a more informal source of support for the affected officer.
Pastor Giampa is no stranger to Law Enforcement as his father was a Police Chief for many years. We would like to say thank you again for always coming out when we call you to speak with us and the many victims of bad situations that you have comforted.
