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Roles and Responsibilities in a PSP Family
Looking after children, aging parents, and a household can be challenging for any family. For PSP families, these responsibilities can be even harder to manage because of shift work, overtime, canceled leave, and the risks that come with public safety work.
Provided by Garnet Families, PSPNET, & PSPNET Families
The Garnet Families Network connects military, veteran, first responder, and public safety families and those who study, serve, and support them with research, resources, and a community that understands their experiences. Why? Because these families face demands that can leave them feeling worried, drained, isolated, and misunderstood while their loved ones provide vital and critical services to Canadian communities.
If you need support beyond this resource, help is available
This site offers immediate, stigma-free mental health resources for trauma-exposed public safety personnel (both uniform and civilian) in Ontario. Access confidential support 24/7 through free online resources or if in immediate crisis, call 911, Homewood Health’s 24/7 crisis line at 1-833-866-9929, or for 24/7 peer support call Boots on the Ground at 1-833-677-2668.
When many demands happen at the same time, it can feel overwhelming. For example, working extra hours while caring for a sick family member or dealing with unexpected changes at home can create stress, conflict, and exhaustion. This is called role overload .
Over time, this build-up of responsibilities can affect both your physical and mental wellbeing.
The good news is that many PSP families find ways to adapt and cope. Understanding these challenges is the first step toward finding strategies and supports that can help.
The resources below offer practical information and strategies for managing common challenges.
Topics:
Providing Eldercare
Managing Childcare
Juggling a Two-Career Household
Feeling Overwhelmed
