As Detectives, you spend your days helping those in need. Now you are on the front lines of the Coronavirus pandemic continuing to fight crime, caring for New Yorkers – all the while having great concern for the health of your loved ones and yourself.
In addition to the pressures of work, we also sometimes feel overwhelmed at home. No matter the problem, the Detectives’ Endowment Association wants every member to know you are NEVER alone. There are many resources available to every member 24 hours per day. The first step is to reach out for help.
During these challenging times, we must also be more united than ever. Check in with your fellow Detectives to see how they are doing. Your mental health and well-being is top priority.
The DEA is ALWAYS here for members. Please never hesitate to call the main office, contact a Delegate, or any Executive Board Officer for resources – or to talk. In unity there is strength.
Non-NYPD Affiliated Resources:
- Dr. Stephen Wakschal 718-477-0228
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255
The lifeline provides 24/7 support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources for anyone in crisis. - Crisis Text Line
Law Enforcement officers text BLUE to 741741 Non-law enforcement text TALK to 741741
Crisis Text Line is independent of the NYPD offering crisis counseling services via text messaging. Their volunteers have exchanged more than 100 million messages to support people in crisis. - American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Know the suicide risk factors and warning signs, as well as other important information by visiting their site. - National Alliance on Mental Illness
NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
NYPD Affiliated Resources:
- Employee Assistance Unit (EAU)
(646) 610-6730
EAU peer support counselors, both uniformed and civilian, Officer 24/7 support to fellow members of the Department. They accept third-party referrals and also provide support to family members and retirees. They can also provide guidance on seeking external assistance, too. - Chaplain’s Unit
(212) 473-2363
The NYPD’s Chaplains Unit provides spiritual help and guidance regardless of our members’ faith or beliefs. - Police Organization Providing Peer Assistance (POPPA)
(888) 267-7267
POPPA is independent from the NYPD, but supported by the Department. POPPA is staffed by volunteer peers as well as professionals offering support to uniformed members and retirees. They are available 24/7.
