COWORKERS
FOR COUPLES
Next Event: April 11 - 14th, 2025
Coworkers for Couples Retreat
C.O.P.S. Co-Workers for Couples Retreat is planned for surviving co-workers, active or retired, and their spouse/domestic partner (21 years or older) of law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty, as determined by C.O.P.S. criteria.
C.O.P.S. Co-Workers for Couples Retreat will give couples the opportunity to discuss their grief in a comfortable setting and gain a better understanding of what each person is going through. Many times, surviving co-workers have a difficult time explaining to their friends and family what they are feeling after the loss of their co-worker. Additionally, significant others fear that something may happen to their loved one and may have difficulty knowing how to support them.
What to Expect
C.O.P.S. Co-Workers for Couples Retreat will give couples the opportunity to discuss their grief in a comfortable setting and gain a better understanding of what each person is going through. Many times, surviving co-workers have a difficult time explaining to their friends and family what they are feeling after the loss of their co-worker. Additionally, significant others fear that something may happen to their loved ones and may have difficulty knowing how to support them.
While at Co-Workers for Couples Retreat you will meet licensed mental health professionals who will facilitate various sessions and optional one-on-one counseling that will address your needs and provide tools to support you in your marriage and everyday life. You will also get to participate in fun, challenging couple-based activities. Attending Co-Workers for Couples Retreat will give you the opportunity to strengthen your relationship while also providing a support system made up of peers who understand.
Attendance at this retreat is strictly confidential, and participant names are not shared.
Session Examples
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Meaningful Conversations with My Partner
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Leaving the Badge at Work
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Anger - Name It to Tame It
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How to Overcome the “What Ifs”
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Dealing With Fear That Has Crept Into My Marriage
If you are flying: You should plan to arrive at Jacksonville Airport (JAX) between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 11. You will be met by a C.O.P.S. representative at the airport and transported to the Epworth By The Sea by bus. You can make your return flight out of Jacksonville Airport on Monday, April 14 after 12:00 p.m.
If you are driving: You will need to arrive at the Epworth By The Sea by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 11, and stay through breakfast on Monday, April 14. Meals and activities are planned; no late arrivals or early departures please.
Limited travel assistance may be available. Contact the C.O.P.S. National Office for additional information.