Shannon Coleman, a Public Assistance Investigator at the San Diego County Bureau of Public Assistance Investigations, received the Public Safety Hero award from the La Mesa Sunrise Rotary Club. Camille Chenoweth-Moyer, the Nominator and Speaker Chair, along with President David Harris, acknowledged Shannon's exceptional dedication and service with a certificate and gift card, highlighting her efforts to exceed her job responsibilities and contribute to the betterment of her department and the community.
Understanding the critical role of wellness and self-care in public trust roles like fraud investigation, Shannon Coleman proactively sought to bolster her colleagues' well-being. She spearheaded the development of a wellness website designed for law enforcement officials and facilitated the introduction of a mobile wellness application to aid their well-being journey. Furthermore, Shannon trained as a yoga instructor, offering her co-workers the opportunity to experience the advantages of yoga.
Shannon's commitment to wellness has inspired the Bureau of Public Assistance Investigators' staff to adopt a healthier, more resilient way of life. Her vision and achievements truly reflect the essence of the Public Safety Hero award, fostering a positive transformation within the Bureau's team and the broader community they support.