Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
108 Odyssey House Journals - Orem Police
108 Odyssey House Journals - Orem Police
108 Odyssey House Journals - Orem Police
Friday 25th August 2023
Join Orem Police officers on Odyssey House Journals as they discuss their empathetic approach to addiction recovery and community outreach.
26 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Glenn Giles and Dave Hallam from Orem Police share their compassionate and supportive approach to addiction and mental health issues.
- The podcast highlights the community-oriented initiatives and outreach programs undertaken by the Orem Police Department.
- The officers talk about breaking down barriers and changing public perceptions through human connection and community events.
- They emphasize the importance of treating individuals with empathy, focusing on their struggles, and providing support without judgment.
- The conversation reveals the impact of one-on-one connections in fostering peaceful interactions and promoting positive change.
People aren't the drugs that control them. People aren't the mental episode that they're going through. People are people. And if we can see them as such, that's when we can start to help and hopefully they can feel it from us because I'm not looking at you for the crime that you committed or the substance that you're on. I'm looking at you as a person. You are a person; you're human. We all have struggles, but if we can get past those and see beyond that outer wall, that's when we can start touching people and help them.
What do police officers really think about drug addicts? For Glenn Giles and Dave Hallam from the Orem Police Department, the answer is both surprising and heartwarming. These officers are dedicated to erasing the 'us versus them' mentality that often exists between law enforcement and those struggling with addiction. Instead of seeing individuals as their addiction, they focus on the person behind the struggle, offering support and resources to help them on their recovery journey.
In this episode of Odyssey House Journals, hosted by Randall Carlisle and Rachel Santizo, Glenn and Dave share their experiences and insights into compassionate policing. They discuss how they work tirelessly to change public perceptions and build trust within the community. Through one-on-one connections and community-oriented initiatives, these officers aim to provide not just enforcement, but genuine help and understanding. You'll hear about the various programs and efforts they are involved in, from mental health support to addiction recovery initiatives.
Their stories highlight the importance of empathy and support in law enforcement, showing that recovery is a community effort. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how compassionate policing can make a real difference in the lives of those affected by addiction.