Mental health is becoming more and more of a priority, especially for the officers at the Casper Police Department (CPD). Ladd said the department is fortunate that the city has great mechanisms in place to support both mental and physical health. The department has applied for a grant through the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Program, which started in 2018, to help support officers and their families. Ladd explained, if awarded, the $250,000 grant would provide funding over a 24-month period allowing the department to support officers, their families, and the community they serve. "It's always important to build up the resilience of a law enforcement agency before a serious crisis happens."