# @victoriapolice on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/C_y4Kw4THUt
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/23178746-victoriapolice-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/thumbnails/59ef246688.jpg
- **Posted:** 2024-09-11T23:16:08.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Victoria Police (@victoriapolice) — https://gondola.cc/victoriapolice

## Caption

An ‘R U OK?’ conversation can change a life.

Meet Carlee. Her and her husband, Mark, are both current police officers with over 45 years’ experience between them. They’re also parents to four children, and self-proclaimed outdoor enthusiasts.

They are also passionate about R U OK's ‘Are They Triple OK’ campaign, developed in response to Beyond Blue’s ‘Answering the Call’ study - which found police and emergency services personnel report suicidal thoughts more than twice as often as adults in the general population.

Even the most resilient police and emergency services personnel can be affected by stress and trauma related to their work or other life challenges.

It's important to have a supportive network to reach out to. Family, friends and co-workers can help when you feel you may be struggling and can make a world of difference during difficult times.

If you notice someone you care about is struggling, check in with them and ask, “Are you OK?” - no qualifications needed.

Visit Victoria Police’s wellbeing website, Bluespace, for more info and resources on mental health and wellbeing 🔗 at the link in our bio.

ruokanyday provide resources and tips on how to check in with family and friends who work in emergency services. Head over to their website to read more on Carlee and Mark's story.

#RUOKDay #RUOKanyday

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