On this episode, Kevin hosts retired NYPD Detective Thomas Hogan, the current Director of PAPA, an organization that provides peer assistance to police officers. Hogan shares his extensive background, including his tenure with the NYPD and his subsequent roles post-retirement. The discussion delves into the creation and importance of PAPA, which started in 1996 in response to a spike in police suicides. Hogan explains PAPA's unique position as a confidential, independent entity separate from the NYPD, dedicated to offering mental health support and resources to NYPD officers. The episode covers the training and functioning of PAPA, its funding sources, and its trauma response initiatives. Additionally, Hogan speaks about their outreach programs for retirees and the significant impact of 9/11 on law enforcement's mental health. The episode aims to raise awareness and encourage officers and retirees to utilize PAPA’s services for their well-being.
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