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Episode 47 - Facing the Challenges: A Journey From Line of Duty Injury to Disability Advocate
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In Episode 47 of Union Strong: NJSPBA Voices Podcast, host Vinny Rizzo talks to Debbie LaSalle, a retired PBA member and current Local 600 disability retirement liaison. Debbie recounts her traumatic brain injury from a traffic accident while on duty and describes its aftermath, including her coma, memory loss, and the end of her police career. She shares her journey of recovery, the emotional and psychological impact of forced retirement, and how she found new purpose by helping other officers navigate accidental disability retirement. Debbie emphasizes the importance of peer support, asking for help, and reinventing oneself after a career-ending injury.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:44 Debbie LaSalle's Life-Changing Incident
01:43 The Emotional Impact of Forced Retirement
03:11 Debbie's Law Enforcement Career Journey
05:04 Struggles and Realizations Post-Incident
07:49 Finding a New Purpose and Helping Others
13:41 Mid-Roll Advertisement
20:45 The Importance of Peer Support
22:23 Final Reflections and Advice
24:19 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up
To speak to Debbie LaSalle directly, e-mail her at [email protected]
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