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C.O.P.S. provides Hands-On Programs designed specifically for each survivorship to help rebuild their shattered lives. These programs allow survivors to receive support from peers who know how they feel, attend seminar sessions specifically designed for their needs and obtain resources to help them on their journey of grief and coping. Our programs are held in a relaxed setting that is removed from the stress of everyday life and are free for survivors to attend. The only cost to the survivors is their travel to and from the program.
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Thousands of people will be visiting Washington, D.C. May 10-16 to observe National Police Week and to take part in the activities. Included in this group are surviving family members and co-workers of America’s fallen law enforcement heroes.
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Each year, Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) provides training to America’s law enforcement agencies on how to appropriately respond to officers and their families affected by line-of-duty trauma.
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Our local chapters provide peer support to survivors through direct contact with the families of officers killed in the line of duty.
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In this section you will find out more information about the special events C.O.P.S. puts on throughout the year.
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In this section you will find out more information about our staff and board members.
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C.O.P.S. recognizes that every law enforcement officer is subjected to crisis and tragedy as a part of their job. This conference focuses on law enforcement wellness and traumas.
Hands-On Programs
National Police Week
Law Enforcement Trainings
Chapters
Special Events
Contact C.O.P.S.
National Conference
COUNSELING PROGRAMS
Filing a Claim
Submit the below “C.O.P.S. Kids” Counseling application form. The completed form and a copy of the child’s birth certificate should be submitted to the C.O.P.S. National Office when counseling begins. If counseling has taken place and expenses have already been paid out-of-pocket, submit a copy of the child’s birth certificate, copies of the counseling bills, Explanation Of Benefits form (EOB) from your insurance carrier(s), and copies of the canceled checks to the C.O.P.S. National Office within one year of the actual counseling. Exception to this provision has been made for families that may have been denied coverage through this program in the past because of the original January 1, 1990, eligibility date.
Funding Limitations
“C.O.P.S. Kids” will fund up to $6,000 per eligible child for out-of-pocket counseling expenses. Payments will be made to either the survivor or mental health professional when proper documentation has been received in the C.O.P.S. National Office. If counseling for the parent/guardian is recommended by a health care professional in conjunction with the child’s counseling, C.O.P.S. will assume responsibility for up to $4,000 of this expense.
Reapplying for Additional Assistance
If a child becomes involved with extensive psychological counseling, the family may reapply by writing a letter to the C.O.P.S. National Office asking for “C.O.P.S. Kids” additional assistance. Additional financial assistance will be given consideration by the National Board on a case-by-case basis if surplus funds exist in the “C.O.P.S. Kids” account.
Any and all information submitted to Concerns of Police Survivors in conjunction with the “C.O.P.S. Kids” program will be treated as confidential, privileged information. Family surnames and names of children will never be included in any printed report that leaves the National Office.
Eligibility
Any dependent child of a law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty (according to federal government criteria) since May 14, 1984, is eligible. Additionally, any child recommended for counseling through the annual May “C.O.P.S. Kids” counseling sessions is eligible for this reimbursement. Eligibility for financial assistance with counseling expenses ceases with the child’s 22nd birthday.
Other Resources
Peer Support ~ Survivor Benefits
Counseling Programs ~ Scholarships
Support C.O.P.S. ~ Printed Resources
Media ~ National Conference
C.O.P.S. National Office
Mail: P.O. Box 3199 -- Camdenton, MO 65020
Physical: 846 Old South 5 -- Camdenton, MO 65020
Phone: 573-346-4911 -- Fax: 573-346-1414
(our 800 number has been discontinued)
Email: cops@nationalcops.org
C.O.P.S. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. C.O.P.S. programs and services are funded by grants and donations.
DISCLOSURE: If you would like to help our organization by doing a fundraiser using our name, acronym, trademark or logo, or if you are with another organization and want to reference your support of C.O.P.S. in your organization’s materials, please keep the following in mind: Our organization has developed a proprietary interest in its name, acronym, trademark, use of materials and logo, and all uses of same require our prior approval. Please submit your proposals or requests in writing to our national office to the attention of: Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc., P.O. Box 3199, Camdenton, MO 65020. Any unauthorized use of our name, acronym, trademark, use of materials or logo can result in legal action. Only our national office can give consent, so please receive permission first. Copyright © 1996 Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc.
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