Ada County Sheriff hires wellness coordinator to support deputies’ mental health

BOISE, Idaho — During National First Responder Wellness Week, the Ada County Sheriff’s Office is acknowledging the mental health challenges that come with law enforcement. The department added a new wellness coordinator to help staff on and off duty to cope with the trauma involved in their day-to-day work.

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Ada County Sheriff Matt Clifford said repeated trauma can take a serious toll on mental health…

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