Lifestyle & Retirement

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10 must-listen-to Policing Matters podcasts of 2019
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From the LEOSA Reform Act to police use of CBD oils, here are some of the most popular Policing Matters podcasts of the year
Life after law enforcement is probably better than you think
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Remember when you were on the front side of your police career? For me, it was a magical time. I could imagine going out and doing the job, fighting crime, saving people and being a hero. And, most...
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How a community came together to protect its most vulnerable citizens
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Law enforcement, EMS and civic leaders joined forces to fund a valuable communication app and get it in the hands of first responders
Longtime NYPD detectives union president retiring
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Michael Palladino, a 40-year veteran, has served as president of the Detectives Endowment Association for over three decades
Pulling the pin: Planning for a long and happy retirement
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In this podcast segment, Jim and Doug discuss the need for officers to know when it's time to pull the pin
3 tips for burned-out cops
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Consider the following suggestions to help you renew or maintain a sense of purpose and passion in law enforcement
How to build a DIY cop caddy
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You know the drill, you get off work and head home. You're exhausted and beat from the rigors of cop work. When you get home and start shedding your police duty gear, your boots end up by the door;...
Bill would give retired first responders over 50 access to Medicare
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The proposed legislation would ensure retired first responders between the ages of 50 and 65 would be eligible for Medicare
Surviving through self-affirmation
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Unresolved stress inhibits our performance and judgement, which makes it an immediate survival issue, not just a long-term one
How agencies can effectively transition officers into retirement
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It is critical that departments help officers develop an effective exit strategy from a police career
3 keys to planning for retirement after a police career
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I wish I could go back and tell my 21-year-old rookie self, “Hey kid, make sure you start planning for retirement”
How can you translate your LE skills to the private sector? 2 real-life examples
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Two career cops are prime examples of how to make the move from serving the public to serving customers
From badge to business owner
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Here are four considerations if you’re thinking about business ownership after retirement
What is your most embarrassing moment as a cop?
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From being found in uniform without your duty weapon to having a prisoner escape, cops face many red-faced moments on a daily basis
27 keys to retiring from police work ‘undefeated’
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To retire undefeated, you must work hard to survive physically, legally and emotionally – losing any one of these battles can lead to devastating consequences for officers
8 reasons you may need to leave your department
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There are many factors other than pay that determine whether an officer chooses to stay with or leave an agency
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