THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 10, 2020 Page 3 Captain O’Hara graduates from vigorous FBI Academy By Tara Vocino P olice Captain Amy O’Hara recently completed the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National 11-week Academy in Virginia – a program that only one percent of law enforcement officials are invited to attend. of size. "The Academy provides a chance to talk to law enforcement from around the country, and how they deal with issues we all see,” O’Hara said. “The academy also re-enforces what we know – it is important to tell the story of law enforcement and be open to telling our community how it operates and why.” She attended the program with five other law enforcement officials from New England – FBI Director Christopher Asher Wray congratulates Revere Police Captain Amy O’Hara on completing the Federal Bureau of Investigation Academy this week in Virginia. (Photos Courtesy of Captain Amy O’Hara) Police Captain Amy O’Hara was one of only a handful of law enforcement officials selected to attend the 11-week Federal Bureau of Investigation Academy. O’Hara, who returned this week, said she was challenged academically and physically. During the program, she was enrolled in courses from the University of Virginia, including Essentials In Leadership, Breaking Down Community Barriers, and Advanced Concepts of Officer Wellness and Vitality. “Not only have I sharpened my leadership skills, but you learn about some of the best practices that law enforcement are using with some of the issues we all face,” O’Hara said. “The Chief [James Guido] was eager to sit down and discuss those best practices.” Former Police Chief Joseph Cafarelli nominated O’Hara in 2013 to attend the Academy. Nominees must have a proven record of professionalism within their agency, according to O’Hara. “When I was selected, I was honored and thankful,” O’Hara said. “To have this opportunity is a privilege, and Chief Guido made it a priority that I attend.” The biggest lesson that O’Hara learned was that all law enforcement agencies encounter the same issues regardless Volunteers needed to help protect rights of nursing home residents G reater Lynn Senior Services (GLSS) seeks volunteers to support the agency’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. This state-sponsored program sends certified, trained volunteers to visit every resident of the nursing and rest homes located in its five-community service area of Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus and Swampscott and in the cities of Cambridge and Somerville (managed by GLSS through a contract with Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services). Volunteers speak with residents about their care, make sure their rights are being respected and work to resolve problems. “GLSS is committed to ensuring that the state and federally mandated rights of every nursone from the Massachusetts State Police, the New Hampshire State Police, the Maine Sheriff’s Office, the Brookline Police Department and the North Andover Police Department. They had physical training and challenges each day. The weekly challenges culminated with the Yellow Brick Road Challenge, which consisted of a 6.2-mile obstacle course built by the Marines. —Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover $ 3.43 GALLON $2.45 GALLON SNOW BLOWER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS Pickup/Delivery Available ing home resident are protected,” said GLSS Program Manager Jillian O’Brien. “We are looking for people who are good listeners, advocates, and problem-solvers.” Volunteers receive training and certification through the state; GLSS provides ongoing support. For more information, contact Jillian O’Brien at 781-586-8548 or jobrien@glss.net. Start Your Weekend at the Marina Dance Party! Saturday, January 11 at 9 PM Dance to the Hits from House to Techno DJ LOGIK Friday, January 10 at 9 PM Dance to the Hits with DJ BIG RICK MONDAY'S SHUCK! $1.00 Oysters Book your next Function with us! Free Parking • Water Views Call 781-629-3798 SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET Only $19.95 / 11am-2pm Featuring Al Whitney Jazz Band BOOK YOUR NEXT FUNCTION WITH US * GIFT CARDS AMPLE FREE www.marinaatthewharf.com 543 North Shore Rd. Revere 781-629-3798 PARKING AMAZING WATER VIEWS 781-289-6466 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 Price Subject to Change without notice
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