We must make every effort to acknowledge the value and dedication displayed by those in corrections. In addition, it is imperative that we not only view this occupation for what it is - one with significant risks and serious consequences - along with providing resources for both the physical and mental issues which affect many in this type of occupation.
About NCOW: On May 5, 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation 5187 creating National Correctional Officers Week. Since then, each full first week in May we recognize and honor the work of correctional officers and corrections personnel nationwide. "Historically, correctional officers have been viewed as ‘guards,’ occupying isolated and misunderstood positions in prisons and jails. In recent years, the duties of these officers have become increasingly complex and demanding. They are called upon to fill, simultaneously, custodial, supervisory and counseling roles. The professionalism, dedication and courage exhibited by these officers throughout the performance of these demanding and often conflicting roles deserve our utmost respect. The important work of correctional officers often does not receive the recognition from the public it deserves. It is appropriate that we honor the many contributions and accomplishments of these men and women who are a vital component of the field of corrections."
President Ronald Reagan
National Correctional Officers Week Proclamation 5187
May 5, 1984.
As the Delaware Department of Correction commemorates Correctional Officers and Employees Week, Commissioner Claire DeMatteis announced several DOC staff members are being recognized with annual Departmental awards and statewide awards for providing service above and beyond the call of duty during 2019. source: WGMD
• My Turn: Correctional Officers Are Also on Front Lines "Sometimes it’s easy to underestimate the impact of a ghost. Not the scary kind, mind you, but those often forgotten souls of law enforcement who serve and protect our communities and are an integral part of our criminal justice system. Enter the correctional professional: the 'frontline' people behind the walls, a role often unrecognized in society, who are committed to upholding their sacred oath in one of the most dangerous professions in the world." 5/4/20 Concord Monitor
• Corrections Officers are Keeping You Safe
• My Turn: Correctional Officers Are Also on Front Lines "Sometimes it’s easy to underestimate the impact of a ghost. Not the scary kind, mind you, but those often forgotten souls of law enforcement who serve and protect our communities and are an integral part of our criminal justice system. Enter the correctional professional: the 'frontline' people behind the walls, a role often unrecognized in society, who are committed to upholding their sacred oath in one of the most dangerous professions in the world." 5/4/20 Concord Monitor
• Corrections Officers are Keeping You Safe
"Correctional officers and other treatment and support staff put themselves in harm’s way to advance a mission of protecting the public, staff and inmates, while at the same time helping offenders to change their behavior to become better human beings. The task of returning individuals back to their communities better than when they left becomes more of a daunting challenge as departments across the country are tasked with doing more for less." 5/2/20 Capital Gazette
• "While correctional officers work to maintain order within facilities and between inmates with histories of mental illness, substance abuse, and violence, they routinely put themselves in harm's way. Research has shown that correctional officers experience high stress levels, burnout, and a variety of other mental health-related consequences as a result of their job. Together, the negative physical and mental health outcomes for correctional officers can have harmful effects on the wider prison institution." Special Feature: Correctional Resources
• What COs should remember during National Correctional Officers Week "Correctional officers and other treatment and support staff put themselves in harm’s way to advance a mission of protecting the public, staff and inmates."
• What COs should remember during National Correctional Officers Week "Correctional officers and other treatment and support staff put themselves in harm’s way to advance a mission of protecting the public, staff and inmates."
Let's make a point of acknowledging the service of the guardians behind the front lines, the ones perhaps somewhat out of sight but never out of mind. Please take a minute this week and honor someone you know who serves and defends the "Thin Silver Line".
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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