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Behind every uniform is a person.
A son, a daughter, a parent, a partner or a friend. And for many who work in policing, the impact of the job doesn’t end when the sirens fade and their shift ends. Exposure to violence, trauma and life threatening situations leaves lasting scars, some visible, many hidden.
For some in the police, it’s the moment everything can change:
A serious injury on duty.
A traumatic incident they can’t forget.
Sleepless nights. Panic attacks. PTSD.
A life suddenly paused, or turned upside down.
Why your support matters?
- 1 in 5 of police suffer from PTSD, but only a few receive psychological treatment.
- Many sufferers, especially in frontline roles don’t seek help due to stigma, job culture, and fear of career impact.
- Untreated PTSD often leads to depression, substance abuse and relationship breakdown.
Physical injuries may heal, but the psychological impact can linger long after the uniform comes off.
I thought I was coping until I realised I wasn’t sleeping, wasn’t talking, and wasn’t myself anymore. I didn’t know how to ask for help. — Veteran police officer
The job didn’t just affect him, it affected all of us at home. We didn’t know where to turn.— Family member
We are here for the policing community when support is needed the most. By providing vital emotional, physical and practical help to officers harmed on duty and to provide care and reassurance to families who are walking that journey alongside them.
Knowing someone cared enough to support me made a difference I can’t put into words. It reminded me I still mattered.— Servicing police officer
This June, take part in Walk the Beat to support those in the policing family affected by harm through a policing role.
How to get involved:
📍Choose a location and a distance.
🎯Set a fundraising goal.
🪙 Every penny you raise will go towards treatment for the policing family, so no one suffering is left without adequate support to restore their lives.
How your donation can make a difference:
£25 ➡️ Will provide one hour of a clinician's time.
£50 ➡️ For a clinical assessment to a police officer or their partner.
£100 ➡️ Funds a session of trauma focused therapy.
Every donation and step forward, is a step towards recovery for police officers and their families to beat trauma.
By taking part to walk on 27 June, you’re not only raising funds, but you’re also helping to break the stigma around trauma, showing solidarity, and ensuring that no one in policing has to face PTSD alone.