Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Secures $93,000 Federal Grant to Expand Mental Health and Wellness Programs for Deputies
MINDEN, Nev. (March 31, 2026)––The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) was awarded a $93,043 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) to support the mental health and long-term wellness of its personnel and their families. This two-year award (No. 15JCOPS-25-GG-00463-LEMH) will fund counseling, resources and other support services.
Through this grant, DCSO is implementing a robust suite of wellness resources, including specialized Peer Support Group training, mental health training with licensed clinicians, and immediate access to critical incident resources for first responders. Additionally, the funding supports administrative-level training focused on the development and long-term sustainability of these peer support initiatives.
"By equipping our Peer Support Groups with better tools and training, we are creating a more robust safety net for our team," said Sheriff Dan Coverley. "This ensures that our deputies and their families have a clear, confidential path to mental health resources, helping to reduce the stigma often associated with seeking help in law enforcement."
The DCSO Peer Support Groups are now better prepared to provide vital guidance regarding available clinical services. While the federal funding covers a two-year period, the Sheriff’s Office is committed to sustaining these mental health standards for its first responders well beyond the life of the grant.
The DCSO is dedicated to providing professional law enforcement services to the residents and visitors of Douglas County, Nevada. Through community partnership and proactive wellness initiatives, DCSO strives to maintain a safe environment and a resilient workforce.
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