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Queen’s University expert Heidi Cramm (School of Rehabilitation Therapy) is available to speak to the media about the impact a stressful job like being first responder or public safety personnel can have on families, especially during holidays when families can’t be together. 

Professions such as military, first responders, and public safety personnel like correctional officers often face greater logistical hurdles and demands, such as unpredictable schedules, and an increased risk of illness and injury. It also means that the traditional statutory and provincial holidays many workers enjoy may not be available for these workers. Family Day, scheduled for Monday, Feb. 17, is one example of a provincial holiday that leaves families celebrating without their loved one, as their loved one is serving the community at home and abroad. 

Dr. Cramm is currently studying these challenges through research grants and the Garnet Families Partnership funded by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). She is identifying gaps, setting strategic priorities, and informing policies and programs to foster the health and wellbeing of the family unit.  

To arrange an interview, please contact Julie Brown, Manager, Media Relations at brown.julie@queensu.ca, or Andrew Carroll, Media Relations officer at andrew.carroll@queensu.ca.