Our page was created in support of local law enforcement officers and agencies across the Delmarva Peninsula (Delaware and the eastern shore areas of Maryland and Virginia).
Saturday, December 21, 2019
Holiday Greetings for Police and Law Enforcement
The following images are a collection of seasonal greetings and Christmas messages of appreciation for the men and women who serve and protect us every day. Some of these have been created by Delmarva Supports Law Enforcement, and you can see more on the Facebook page.
Monday, December 9, 2019
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (LEAD) is January 9th, 2020
January 9th, 2020 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.), established by Concerns of Police Survivors. Please see their information release below for more details on how you participate in this day.
Monday, December 2, 2019
Candlelight Vigil | December 1st, 2019
Tonight was the Christmas Candlelight Vigil in Dover, held to honor and remember Delaware's fallen heroes. Hosted by Concerns Of Police Survivors (Delaware), the evening is focused upon the family members and their loved ones.
It's a well known fact that those who make the decision to serve in law enforcement roles do not have "normal lives". Such career choices - a calling, in fact - are not merely about the individual, as stress and difficulties of the job often wind up affecting the entire family - and that is where the C.O.P.S. organization comes in. Founded in 1984 and with a current membership of over 48,000, their role is to help and support those whose lives have been shattered by the death of a police officer. At tonight's ceremony, they provided relatives an opportunity to remember their loved ones as each name was read and an ornament placed on the Christmas tree at the front of the room.
You might think we would have an album of photos to share as we normally do, but things were different this evening. Moved indoors due to weather, the service could have allowed for better pictures, however it felt inappropriate to take photos at such close range. For that reason we took away with us only a few images of the building and police memorial, along with the words of several speakers.
Please keep the survivor families in your thoughts and prayers this holiday season. May God bless, watch over and keep safe all of our police officers everywhere.
It's a well known fact that those who make the decision to serve in law enforcement roles do not have "normal lives". Such career choices - a calling, in fact - are not merely about the individual, as stress and difficulties of the job often wind up affecting the entire family - and that is where the C.O.P.S. organization comes in. Founded in 1984 and with a current membership of over 48,000, their role is to help and support those whose lives have been shattered by the death of a police officer. At tonight's ceremony, they provided relatives an opportunity to remember their loved ones as each name was read and an ornament placed on the Christmas tree at the front of the room.
You might think we would have an album of photos to share as we normally do, but things were different this evening. Moved indoors due to weather, the service could have allowed for better pictures, however it felt inappropriate to take photos at such close range. For that reason we took away with us only a few images of the building and police memorial, along with the words of several speakers.
Please keep the survivor families in your thoughts and prayers this holiday season. May God bless, watch over and keep safe all of our police officers everywhere.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
September 12th is National Police Women's Day
Did you know that in addition to "Thank a Police Officer Day", observed on the 3rd Saturday in September, there is also another important date for law enforcement? On Thursday we celebrate the women who serve and protect all over the world with National Police Woman Day!
Friday, September 6, 2019
Press release 9/6/19: Thank A Police Officer Day on Delmarva
Delmarva Supports Law Enforcement
"Acknowledging those who serve and protect"
For immediate release: Thank A Police Officer Day on
Delmarva to be held Saturday, September 21st, 2019
We would like to pass along the following information regarding an upcoming date. Established in 2012 by the Whole Truth Project, this event acknowledges and honors the dedication and service of those who protect our cities and towns 365 days a year. We can't think of a better time than now to thank the men and women who contribute so much to our community!
2019 marks the fourth year of local residents, area businesses and civic organizations coming together to acknowledge law enforcement serving the 14 counties of the Delmarva Peninsula. There are so many ways in which to participate, such as "adopting a department", writing cards to local officers or having a meal delivered to a station. We're asking citizens to join us and get involved so that each agency will be visited during the third week of September.
How can you learn more? Visit our Facebook page to adopt a department, find ideas for celebrating the day and download graphics to show your support. We encourage our civic leaders and elected officials to share information about this event via social media, encourage area residents to participate or host a community gathering. Let's make sure to show appreciation to our heroes in blue across Delmarva this month and thank them for their service.
Your assistance in posting this information is greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Delmarva Supports Law Enforcement
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"Acknowledging those who serve and protect"
For immediate release: Thank A Police Officer Day on
Delmarva to be held Saturday, September 21st, 2019
We would like to pass along the following information regarding an upcoming date. Established in 2012 by the Whole Truth Project, this event acknowledges and honors the dedication and service of those who protect our cities and towns 365 days a year. We can't think of a better time than now to thank the men and women who contribute so much to our community!
2019 marks the fourth year of local residents, area businesses and civic organizations coming together to acknowledge law enforcement serving the 14 counties of the Delmarva Peninsula. There are so many ways in which to participate, such as "adopting a department", writing cards to local officers or having a meal delivered to a station. We're asking citizens to join us and get involved so that each agency will be visited during the third week of September.
How can you learn more? Visit our Facebook page to adopt a department, find ideas for celebrating the day and download graphics to show your support. We encourage our civic leaders and elected officials to share information about this event via social media, encourage area residents to participate or host a community gathering. Let's make sure to show appreciation to our heroes in blue across Delmarva this month and thank them for their service.
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Your assistance in posting this information is greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Delmarva Supports Law Enforcement
Blog
Event Listing
Friday, August 16, 2019
Police Suicides on the Rise
August 15th, 2019: "Police departments confront ‘epidemic’ in officer suicides", an article by Michael R. Sisak and Jim Mustian.
The first few words: "A rash of suicides by police officers has shaken the New York Police Department, leading the commissioner to declare a mental health emergency"
The first few words: "A rash of suicides by police officers has shaken the New York Police Department, leading the commissioner to declare a mental health emergency"
Sunday, August 11, 2019
30 Ways to Get Involved With Thank A Police Officer Day
How can you become involved with thanking area police officers on September 21st? Here is a listing offering plenty of ideas for getting your neighborhood, office or school involved!
Friday, August 9, 2019
Thank A Police Officer Day on Delmarva | September 21st, 2019
The 8th Annual "Thank A Police Officer Day" will be taking place on Saturday, September 21st, 2019. Launched in 2012 by the Whole Truth Project, this date is observed nationally on the third Saturday in September, and each year communities across the Delmarva Peninsula, local residents, businesses and civic organizations come together to thank local law enforcement.
We invite you to join us in acknowledging our law enforcement professionals by adopting a department, hosting an event or providing lunch or dinner to an agency that day. Our goal since 2015 when we began this local project was to show appreciation for the men and women who serve and protect our neighborhoods, towns and cities. See the event on Facebook here!
This event has only been possible through the help and generosity of so many local residents - it is truly a community effort which takes caring people from all over Delmarva. For additional information on ways to participate, ideas and albums from previous years, please see our Facebook page. For questions or to sign up to sponsor a department for September 21st send us a message. Thank you for helping us to say THANK YOU as "Delmarva Goes Blue" in September!
DSLEO was created for law enforcement of the Delmarva Peninsula (Delaware and the eastern shore areas of Maryland and Virginia), along with advocating respect for all officers.
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We invite you to join us in acknowledging our law enforcement professionals by adopting a department, hosting an event or providing lunch or dinner to an agency that day. Our goal since 2015 when we began this local project was to show appreciation for the men and women who serve and protect our neighborhoods, towns and cities. See the event on Facebook here!
This event has only been possible through the help and generosity of so many local residents - it is truly a community effort which takes caring people from all over Delmarva. For additional information on ways to participate, ideas and albums from previous years, please see our Facebook page. For questions or to sign up to sponsor a department for September 21st send us a message. Thank you for helping us to say THANK YOU as "Delmarva Goes Blue" in September!
DSLEO was created for law enforcement of the Delmarva Peninsula (Delaware and the eastern shore areas of Maryland and Virginia), along with advocating respect for all officers.
Sunday, April 14, 2019
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 2019
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 2019 takes place April 14th -20th. This observance was created to acknowledge the dedicated service of countless individuals behind the scenes, working around the clock each day to take calls, provide critical information, and keep everything running smoothly for all emergency response departments.
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 2019 is January 9th
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.) takes place each year on January 9th. Created by Concerns of Police Survivors, a number of events are held each year across the country recognizing the dedication and sacrifices our officers make.
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