We sit down with Surviving Spouse Keira Knox to discuss life changes and how she and her family found Concerns of Police Survivors, and how events like Kids Camp changed their lives.

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For C.O.P.S. 40th anniversary, we bring together some of voices who have guided C.O.P.S. through the past, into the present and into the future. Join us as Todd Piro from Fox & Friends First interviews C.O.P.S. Co-founder Suzie Sawyer, first National President Lynn Bolton-Bebeau, National President Connie Moyer, and Executive Director Dianne Bernhard about how Concerns of Police Survivors was formed, grew into the organization we know and love today, and where it may go in the next 40 years.

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C.O.P.S. Executive Director Dianne Bernhard and Communications Director Sara Slone have a conversation about what happens at National Police Week. From before you go, to stepping foot off the plane, this is a quick listen for you to have a better idea of how the week's events will flow and what you need to know!

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Dr. Kathy Thomas has been helping survivors for more than 20 years. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Thomas about how and when different types of survivors may feel grief, get some tips on how to help family members who may be struggling, and how to deal with the unique rollercoaster of feelings that can happen during your grief journey.

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We speak with Wyatt and Gabby Woodrell about growing up with C.O.P.S., attending Kids Camp, the importance of other surviving children, Riding with Law Enforcement United, and returning to Kids Camp as mentors.

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In this episode, we talk with 2022 National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma Keynote Speaker and 15 year veteran of law enforcement Scott Medlin. Scott took the most of his time at the C.O.P.S. Wellness Conference by attending classes, meeting with exhibitors, networking and more. Scott tells us what it's like to attend the C.O.P.S. Wellness Conference and what a conference like this one would have done for his life and career if he'd had a chance to attend earlier.

Learn more and register for the National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma at www.concernsofpolicesurvivors.org/national-conference

Learn more about Scott Medlin and The 10 Code Mindset at thescottmedlin.com

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C.O.P.S. Multimedia Manger, Blake Haynes, sits down with Master Sergeant John Blumenthal of the Oklahoma City Police Department to discuss how health and wellness training makes a difference within the everyday life of an officer. 

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On this episode of the C.O.P.S. Podcast, C.O.P.S. Multimedia Specialist, Blake Haynes talks with Cherese Hillman, the Surviving Spouse of Corporal Avery Hillman, EOW 10/31/2020.  Cherese speaks about her families grief journey and meeting their blue family. 

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In this episode, Sara Slone, C.O.P.S.' Communications Director, and Dianne Bernhard, C.O.P.S.'  Executive Director, have a conversation about National Police Week. They talk about highlights and the important events of National Police Week, how the week comes together, and tips for getting the most out of your time at National Police Week.

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Sibling and Co-Worker Survivor Dave Wallace talks about the importance of community, living in his new normal, the unique challenges of having a brother and several co-workers die in the line of duty, and why he serves on the C.O.P.S. National Board.

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James and Chandler Haynes have been involved with C.O.P.S.  since 2008, when their father, Lance Corporal James Haynes, II, died in the line of duty. Listen to their candid conversation about how Concerns of Police Survivors and their blue family have made an impact on their lives. From guidance, to best friends, mentors, and financial support pursuing their dreams, C.O.P.S. has made a difference. #SurvivorStories #COPSPodcast

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In this episode C.O.P.S. Multimedia Specialist, Blake Haynes, sits down with April Nauden, Surviving Spouse of Officer Paul Nauden, EOW 5/20/2011. April shares how she has learned to love again. 

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Many survivors experience anxiety and stress as they prepare to face a trial centered around the death of their officer.  It can be a long, stressful, and confusing process.  This episode walks through the process and breaks down important moments to make them more manageable for you. We also talk about moments that can be traumatizing during the process and how you can better prepare yourself for the unknown. This episode's guest is Angie McCown, the Victim Services Director at the  Texas Department of Criminal Justice.  Angie has spent more than 22 years working alongside C.O.P.S. helping survivors rebuild their shattered lives.

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Dianne Bernhard is the Executive Director of Concerns of Police Survivors and the surviving co-worker of Molly Thomas Bowden. Dianne has been the Executive Director of C.O.P.S. for 8 years. As we head into National Police Week, Dianne shares the experience she's gained guiding thousands of families through the events happening May 11th -17th in Washington D.C.

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