ICJA Indiana

Hurting helpers: The mental health toll on frontline workers and first responders LIMA — The conversation around mental health is one that used to be taboo, especially among first responders and front-line workers, but over the years, that attitude has shifted, and now it can be talked about openly.

Thank you to everyone who attended the First Responders Mental Health Ball last night!

What an incredible evening filled with support, fellowship, and appreciation for the men and women who serve our communities every day. We were honored by the amazing turnout and are truly grateful for the positive feedback we have received.

Events like this are only possible because of the support of our attendees, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners. Your commitment to this mission helps us continue raising awareness and supporting the mental health and well-being of our first responders.

We deeply appreciate our first responders and all they do for our communities. Thank you for making this event such a success. We look forward to continuing this important mission for many years to come.

Tonight’s the night! ✨

The Indiana Criminal Justice Association First Responders Ball is finally here, and what an incredible evening it’s going to be. Thank you to everyone who supported this event, donated, sponsored, volunteered, and helped make this vision come to life.

Tonight we celebrate the men and women who serve our communities every day — and support the mental health and wellness of our first responders. ❤️💙

We can’t wait to see everyone tonight at the Indiana Roof Ballroom for an unforgettable evening of elegance, recognition, and purpose.

We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support and excitement surrounding the Indiana Criminal Justice Association First Responders Mental Health Ball!

We want to inform our followers and attendees that, due to a change in plans, we will no longer be holding the golf cart raffle. However, we will still have several amazing items available as part of our silent auction, along with an exciting 50/50 raffle throughout the evening.

We truly appreciate everyone’s understanding and continued support as we come together to honor and support our first responders during Mental Health Awareness Month. We look forward to seeing everyone at the Indiana Roof Ballroom on May 28, 2026 for an unforgettable evening!

Thank you to everyone who has supported the Indiana Criminal Justice Association. We are excited to see you Thursday evening for the First Responders Ball!

If you are unable to attend but would still like to support mental health resources for first responders, donations can be made at
www.icjaindiana.com

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📣 LA PORTE COUNTY: Let’s show up BIG on Wednesday! 📣

Wear BLUE this Wednesday, 5-27-2026, to stand with Deputy Jon Samuelson, his family, the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office, 911 dispatchers, first responders, and the entire Franciscan Health Michigan City team. 💙

Schools, businesses, organizations, and families across La Porte County are coming together to show support and solidarity. Post your blue, tag your friends, your school, your workplace, and use so we can flood social media with support from every corner of our community.

Strong communities do not stand by. They stand together. 💪

We are incredibly grateful to all of our sponsors for supporting the Indiana Criminal Justice Association’s First Responders Mental Health Ball on May 28, 2026 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom.

Your generosity and commitment to mental health awareness and supporting our first responders are helping make this meaningful event possible. Together, we are honoring the brave men and women who serve our communities every day while raising awareness for the importance of mental health and wellness.

Thank you to our Gold, Silver, and Bronze Sponsors for standing beside us and believing in this mission. Your partnership is truly making a difference.

We are proud to recognize and celebrate each of you for your support, compassion, and dedication to our first responder community.

We are honored to recognize and thank Addiction Rehab Centers for their generous support as a Silver Sponsor of the Indiana Criminal Justice Association First Responders Ball.

Your commitment to healing, hope, and strengthening our communities helps make this important event possible. During Mental Health Awareness Month, your partnership allows us to continue honoring and supporting the brave first responders who serve others every day.

Thank you for standing with us in support of mental health awareness and for helping make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who dedicate themselves to protecting our communities.

Keeping Deputy Samuelson, his family, and our brothers and sisters in law enforcement in our thoughts and prayers.

Standing together. Praying together. Supporting our law enforcement family.