September is Suicide Prevention Month
September 10, 2026
Suicide rates are about 39% higher for corrections workers than for the general population, linked to chronic stress, exposure to violence, and emotional isolation.
News and Announcements
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Second Annual Office of the Ombudsman Wellness Conference: A Day of Insight, Resilience, and Connection
October 21, 2025On October 23, 2025, the Office of the Ombudsman will host a gathering of correctional professionals, wellness experts, and thought leaders for the Second Annual Office of the Ombudsman Wellness Conference in Milford, MA. With a packed schedule, the event promises to be a full day of learning, healing, and empowerment for those working within the Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC).
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Office to Host First Wellness Conference for DOC Staff with Five or Less Years with the DOC
September 22, 2025The Office of the Ombudsman is proud to announce its inaugural Wellness Conference exclusively for DOC staff with five or less years with the DOC, taking place on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at DOC Headquarters in Milford, MA.
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May 2025 is Mental Health Awareness Month
May 05, 2025Is support of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Office reminds you to focus on your mental health, together with your physical health. Remember, take care of yourselves and each other. The Office is always here to support you as well.
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The Office Celebrates Officers and Employees at DOC!
May 05, 2025This week, and every week, the Office celebrates the hard work and dedication of correction officers and staff at the MA Department of Correction.
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Office to Attend ACCJH Conference in March ’25 in Austin, Texas
March 06, 2025Staff from the Office of the Ombudsman will attend the 18th annual Academic Consortium on Criminal Justice Health (ACCJH) Conference in Austin, TX, in March 2025. We look forward to implementing insights from the ACCJH Conference at the MA DOC.
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Office Staff to Attend Fraternal Order of Police Officer Wellness Summit in February 2025
February 15, 2025Staff look forward to attending the 2025 Officer Wellness Summit in February 2025, in Tennessee, hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). We look forward to implementing key takeaways at the MA DOC. To learn more about the FOP 2025 Officer Wellness Summit, visit the FOP website for the event here.
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Afternoon Eat and Greet at MCI-Shirley
January 13, 2025Free Box Lunch from the Ombudsman
MCI -Shirley Staff – Start your shift off right with a free meal provided by the Office of the Ombudsman.
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Afternoon Eat and Greet at NCCI Gardner
January 13, 2025Free Box Lunch from the Ombudsman
NCCI Gardner Staff – Start your shift off right with a free meal provided by the Office of the Ombudsman.
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Afternoon Eat and Greets at BPR & LSH
January 13, 2025Free Box Lunch from the Ombudsman
BPR and LSH Staff – Start your shift off right with a free meal provided by the Office of the Ombudsman.
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