Angels on Patrol

April 29 - Leah Heathcoat, Executive Assistant for Angels on Patrol, gave us a very good overview of the organization and its history. Angels on Patrol supports families in crisis and youth who have either been abused or neglected and/or whose caregivers are facing extreme financial hardship identified by Phoenix and Tempe Police Officers. The founder of Angels on Patrol, Lt. Jacqui MacConnell, started this organization after her squad rescued two 5 year old twins and their 8 year old brother, in 2003. Jacqui realized that kids in this horrific situation have an uphill battle and need extra support.  Angels on Patrol provides that support.  Leah gave us some very moving examples of how police officers were able to identify needs and then follow up by working with the families directly. The program is unique in the country and hopes to expand in Arizona in the near future.