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We’re officially on the map!From the Metro East up to Chicagoland, the very first class of certified Crisis Response The...
04/30/2026

We’re officially on the map!

From the Metro East up to Chicagoland, the very first class of certified Crisis Response Therapy Canines has officially deployed across Illinois.

11 certified therapy canine teams from seven different agencies with one standard of excellence.

These teams are now back in their home jurisdictions, fully equipped with the specialized training needed to support de-escalation, trauma-informed response, and community outreach.

Is your department ready to add a paw print to the map for Class #2?

Learn more at: https://www.ptb.illinois.gov/training/crisis-intervention-team-cit/crisis-response-therapy-canine-certification-program/

04/26/2026

The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board extends our deepest condolences to the Chicago Police Department. We mourn the tragic loss of the officer killed in the line of duty and offer our continuous prayers for the second officer fighting for their life.

To the families, friends, and the entire CPD community: we stand with you during this unimaginably difficult time. We will never forget their courage and sacrifice.

History was made today! We are incredibly proud to announce the graduation of the inaugural cohort of the nation's FIRS...
04/23/2026

History was made today!

We are incredibly proud to announce the graduation of the inaugural cohort of the nation's FIRST Law Enforcement Crisis Response Therapy Canine Certification Program.

In partnership with the Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official), 11 certified therapy canine teams from seven different agencies across Illinois have completed rigorous training to support de-escalation, mental health response, and trauma-informed policing.

Join us in congratulating the inaugural class of certified teams:

🐾 Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board - Deputy Director Jennifer Wooldridge & K9 Trooper
🐾 Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official)- Director Jerry Roman & K9 Zilly, Jacquelyn Hedderman & K9 Winston, Edgar Ortiz Antunez & K9 Buddy, Veronica Grigorio & K9 Petals
🐾 Central Illinois Police Training Center (MTU 7) - Brian Fengel & K9 Ghost
🐾 Kendall County Sheriff's Office - Stewart Blouin & K9 Snow
🐾 Orland Park Police Department - Gordon Przislicki & K9 Holly
🐾 SIUE Police Department - Lorenzo Curtis Schwartzkopf & K9 Chase, Tyson Wagner & K9 Max
🐾 Worth Police Department - Mike Cozzi & K9 Louie

📸 View the graduation photo gallery here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sDOBpulibj7GVPG5gMk7wBW8BwKg1yRk
📄 Read the full release: https://www.illinois.gov/news/release.html?releaseid=32427

We are honored to feature Johnny Crowder as a keynote speaker for Together We Rise: A CIT Resilience Event, hosted in pa...
04/17/2026

We are honored to feature Johnny Crowder as a keynote speaker for Together We Rise: A CIT Resilience Event, hosted in partnership with the ILETSB Executive Institute.

Johnny is the founder of Cope Notes and a dedicated advocate for mental health and wellness. Bringing his unique lived experience to the stage, he provides a raw, real, and restorative deep-dive into the strategies that build true, lasting resilience.

Whether you are a first responder, EMT, social worker, co-responder, peer support specialist, or community advocate, this one-day summit is designed for the entire crisis intervention community.

Register today: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/vmk6uac

Standing room only for the future of officer wellness.We were blown away by the turnout at the Women in Criminal Justice...
04/16/2026

Standing room only for the future of officer wellness.

We were blown away by the turnout at the Women in Criminal Justice Conference in Peoria! Huge thanks to the ILETSB Executive Institute for having us.

With over 90 attendees packed into our session, it’s clear that the demand for the Illinois Crisis Response Therapy Canine program is at an all-time high.

Our team spent the hour diving deep into how these incredible dogs are transforming crisis intervention and supporting our officers on the front lines. The energy in the room was electric, and the questions from leaders across the state prove that Illinois is ready for this "Gold Standard" in wellness.

The best part? We are just a week away from the graduation of our first-ever crisis response therapy canine certification class. Stay tuned as we make history!

Save the date for "Together We Rise," a CIT resilience event on June 24, 2026.Hosted in partnership with the ILETSB Exec...
03/18/2026

Save the date for "Together We Rise," a CIT resilience event on June 24, 2026.

Hosted in partnership with the ILETSB Executive Institute, this one-day summit is designed for the entire crisis intervention community.

For more event details and registration information, go to https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/vmk6uac

The official application for Crisis Response Therapy Canine Certification is now LIVE! In collaboration with the Cook Co...
02/11/2026

The official application for Crisis Response Therapy Canine Certification is now LIVE!

In collaboration with the Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official), we are moving forward with certifying therapy K9 teams to support crisis response, officer peer support, and community engagement across the state.

Are you ready to join the pack?

Visit https://www.ptb.illinois.gov/training/crisis-intervention-team-cit/crisis-response-therapy-canine-certification-program/ to learn more and apply today!

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for "Together We Rise," a CIT resilience event taking place on ...
02/11/2026

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for "Together We Rise," a CIT resilience event taking place on June 24, 2026.

Hosted in partnership with the ILETSB Executive Institute, this one-day summit is designed for the entire crisis intervention community. We welcome first responders, mental health clinicians, social workers, EMTs, peer support personnel, and community advocates to join us for this collaborative experience.

The goal is to move beyond typical training and focus on practical strategies for emotional well-being, professional endurance, and long-term resilience for those serving on the front lines.

For more event details and registration information, go to https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/vmk6uac.

Supporting mental health awareness is a team effort! Therapy K9 Trooper had a fantastic time visiting with students and ...
01/07/2026

Supporting mental health awareness is a team effort! Therapy K9 Trooper had a fantastic time visiting with students and basketball players alongside our friends at MTU 7 and SIU-E.

Trooper recently participated in the 2025 AKC Turkey Trot 5K event, demonstrating the importance of physical activity an...
11/25/2025

Trooper recently participated in the 2025 AKC Turkey Trot 5K event, demonstrating the importance of physical activity and community integration for both handlers and their support animals.

Therapy K9s, such as Trooper, are a vital component of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training, providing immediate, non-judgmental comfort in critical situations, and serving as an invaluable resource for:

🐕‍🦺Supporting first-responders and the communities they serve.
🐕‍🦺De-escalating crises and providing emotional aid during training.
🐕‍🦺Fostering positive relationships with the public.

We are thankful for the dedication of our handlers, and the positive impact our certified therapy dogs have on the communities we serve.

You can learn more about our therapy K9 program by going to: https://www.ptb.illinois.gov/training/crisis-intervention-team-cit/

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Thanksgiving holiday! 🦃

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