CENTREVILLE, MI (WTVB) – St. Joseph County Undersheriff Jason Bingaman has introduced the newest component of the Sheriff’s Office Wellness Program, facility dog CJ.
Facility dogs are companion dogs trained to enhance stress management techniques and be a calming presence.
Bingaman says, “Research shows the relationship between dogs and law enforcement officers can have positive influence on the ability to prepare for and recover from stressful incidents. The impact of CJ’s presence on all of our staff is significant and we are grateful to the community partners who helped make this a part of our overall wellness program.”
Other facets of the Sheriff’s Office Wellness Program include a designated Chaplain, Peer Support services, Critical Incident Debriefings, and access to local gym facilities.
The St. Joseph County United Way, the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #106, and St. Joseph County Veterans’ Affairs provided logistical and financial support in bringing CJ to the Sheriff’s Office.
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