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Dr. Olivia Johnson's

The Fatal 10 Factors of Law Enforcement Suicide
This training course provides ILETSB certification that satisfies the requirements
of the Illinois SAFE-T Act set to go into effect 01/01/23
This training course provides ILETSB certification that satisfies the requirements of the Illinois SAFE-T Act set to go into effect 01/01/23
In partnership with Dr. Olivia Johnson and Blue Wall Institute, Bank The Blue will provide The Fatal 10 of Law Enforcement Suicide training to thousands of Illinois Law Enforcement Officers
- November 10, 2022
- January 19, 2023
- March 9, 2023
- May 11, 2023
- July 13, 2023
- September 14, 2023
- November 9, 2023
Bank The Blue’s mission is to fund training programs and mental health services for
Illinois Law Enforcement Officers in an effort to END THE STIGMA.
Bank the Blue safeguards all officers’ privacy and confidentiality at all times.
Our fundraising efforts are implemented in partnership with retired police officer training programs and certified, culturally competent clinicians who specialize in treatments oriented for the unique needs of Law Enforcement Officers.

BANK THE BLUE STATS FOR 2022-2023
Receiving Treatment
Currently Scheduled
TO MAKE ROLL CALL VISITS

BTB 2022 Achievements
• Funded treatment through Bank The Blue’s fully vetted clinicians who specialize in treating first responders.
• Hosted & funded a 5-day Copline® active listener training for a class of retired law enforcement officers.
• Developed a Bank the Blue Ambassadors Training Program to train Illinois retired police officers to facilitate Bank the Blue’s mental health resources.
• Partnered with Dr. Olivia Johnson of the Blue Wall Institute to 100% fund her “Fatal 10 of Law Enforcement Suicide” seminars throughout 2023.
• Provided funding opportunities for retired Illinois officers to travel and participate in Copline’s 5-day active listener training.
• Attended multiple police department roll calls and presented Bank the Blue’s services and informational literature to officers.
• Attended multiple police outings and conferences to raise awareness of Bank the Blue’s services and resources.
• Networked with local police unions and associations to raise awareness of Bank the Blue’s services and resources.
• Hosted local fundraisers to promote mental health advocacy and gain community support for officers.
• HELPED END THE STIGMA OF SEEKING MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT!
WHAT WE'RE DOING IN 2023
• Funding treatment through Bank The Blue’s fully vetted clinicians who specialize in treating first responders and broadening our clinical referral resources.
• Recruiting retired Illinois officers to participate in Bank the Blue’s Ambassador training program.
• Hosting and fully funding Dr. Olivia Johnson’s Fatal 10 of Law Enforcement Suicide seminars to train thousands of active and retired Illinois Law Enforcement Officers.
• Collaborating with local departments and agencies to host additional Fatal 10 of Law Enforcement Suicide seminars funded by Bank the Blue.
• Expanding our department roll call visits to spread awareness of Bank the Blue’s services and resources.
• Building relationships with department leaders to promote Bank the Blue’s mission.
• Networking with police unions and other nonprofit organizations to develop relationships and mutual goals related to officer wellness.
• Hosting local fundraisers to promote mental health and raise awareness of the trauma law enforcement officers observe routinely.
• SMASHING THE STIGMA OF SEEKING MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT!

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Officers will receive an ILETSB certification of completion that satisfies the requirements of the Illinois SAFE-T Act.
The Fatal 10 will help predict and manage suicide risk factors, suicidal ideations, and attempts among first responder groups.
OFFICER TESTIMONIALS


What Officers found most enlightening
about the Fatal 10 Training....
What Officers found most enlightening about the Fatal 10 Training....
“how much the issues have come to light and are being addressed”
– Officer from Mount Prospect Police Department
“that most have the same problems I do”
– Officer from Arlington Heights Police Department
“passion exemplified by the instructor. It made for a positive learning experience”
– Officer from Wheeling Police Department
“the candidness of the speaker. Very real and in the moment”
– Officer from Schaumburg Police Department
“easily relatable and engaging”
– Officer from Chicago Police Department
“the approach taken was down to earth and in line with how police think”
-Officer from Schiller Park Police Department


MEET THE FOUNDERS

Daniel Q. Herbert
Karmin Daniel
Anthony F. Varchetto
Kelly A. Krauchun
Jeffrey T. Salvetti
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