10-5 - The Official Podcast of the OPP Association

Cop & Paramedic Talk PTSD

Episode Summary

OPP Rainy River District Sergeant Ann McEwen (Kenora, Ontario) is the guest host on Episode 91 of 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association. She interviews Thunder Bay Paramedic Pat Dixon about PTSD.

Episode Notes

OPP Rainy River District Sergeant Ann McEwen (Fort Frances, Ontario) is the guest host of 10-5 The Official Podcast of the OPP Association for Episode 91, and  interviews Thunder Bay Paramedic Pat Dixon about PTSD.  A number of issues are discussed including the evolution of how employers deal with mental health challenges in the first responder community, the barriers for many to reach out out for help, and many tips and tricks to assist in recovery to live a fulfilled life. 

The OPP Association offers 24/7 support to members and their families through the Encompas Mental Health Wellness Program by calling 1-866-794-9117  or online at EncompasCare.ca.

This episode of the 10-5 podcast is produced and hosted by Scott Mills and Emily Brown.

Music – “Line of Fire” by Jason Shaw available at Audionautix.com and used under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

If you have any questions about this episode of the 10-5 Podcast, please email us at communications@oppa.ca