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99: Keep’n Safe: 43 Years of Advocacy for First Responders - Ret. Sergeant Dave Sorenson
99: Keep’n Safe: 43 Years of Advocacy for First Responders - Ret. Sergeant Dave Sorenson
99: Keep’n Safe: 43 Years of Advocacy for First Responders - Ret. Sergeant Dave Sorenson
Sunday 12th January 2025
Retired Sergeant Dave Sorenson shares his 43-year journey in law enforcement and his advocacy for first responder mental health.
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Episode Overview
- The importance of mental health support for first responders.
- Dave Sorenson's extensive career in law enforcement.
- Founding and mission of Keep’n Safe.
- Critical incidents and their impact on mental health.
- Strategies for maintaining mental resilience.
Hopelessness is contagious.
In this episode of the Finding Strength Podcast, host Matt Quackenbush, along with co-hosts Brindy Quackenbush and Bethany Tenney, sit down with Retired Sergeant Dave Sorenson. With 43 years of experience in law enforcement, Dave has seen it all and shares his wealth of knowledge and stories. He’s also the founder of Keep’n Safe, a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the mental health of first responders.
Dave's candid discussion about his career, the challenges faced by first responders, and his personal journey with mental health is both enlightening and heartfelt. He opens up about his time on the SWAT team as a crisis negotiator, the critical incidents that affected him deeply, and how he was pushed into counselling after his crew noticed he was struggling.
Dave's passion for advocating mental health support within the first responder community shines through as he shares his experiences and the importance of seeking help. His anecdotes, filled with both humour and raw honesty, provide a powerful perspective on the mental toll of being in law enforcement. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the mental health challenges faced by first responders and the importance of support systems.
Whether you're a first responder yourself, have a loved one in the field, or are simply interested in mental health advocacy, you'll find Dave's insights incredibly valuable. Tune in to hear more about his journey, the work of Keep’n Safe, and the impactful stories that have shaped his mission.