Norfolk County, MA Sheriff's Office, Patrick W. McDermott, Sheriff

As we approach Thanksgiving, the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office would like to give thanks to all of the veterans we have connected with over the last many months and the volunteers who have donated their time to help them, through our House to House for Heroes outreach program. It has been inspiring and we look forward to working across Norfolk County to expand this effort. Please take a few moments to watch some highlights of our most recent outreach in Braintree. Sheriff Patrick McDermott Erin Venezia Joyce, PE Town of Braintree Jon Santiago Massachusetts Office of the Veteran Advocate

It's the highlight of any week when we meet with veterans in Norfolk County. On Monday, Sheriff Patrick McDermott connected with veterans in Dedham at their monthly meeting at the Dedham Council on Aging. Thank you to Veterans Service Officer Joe Hamilton for hosting us. The sheriff had a great discussion about veterans' benefits, the role of the sheriff's office, and our House for Heroes outreach effort to alert veterans about the resources and benefits available through the recently signed HERO Act.

Working with our youth and partnering with local schools is one of our priorities at the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office. Check out this link to learn more about our great programs: https://lnkd.in/eux_WCsY Sheriff Patrick McDermott

It was great to be part of the Metro South Chamber of Commerce's 111th Annual Meeting and B2B Expo! The Norfolk County Sheriff's Office was well represented. Sashell and Shannon were out making the pitch for others to join our great team. The Metro South Chamber supports and promotes the local business community through public advocacy, education, networking, information, and community development. Interested in employment opportunities with the NCSO? Stay up to date on job openings here: https://lnkd.in/enugjeTB

It’s the season of thanks - and giving. The Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office was happy to be part of The Salvation Army Quincy Corps' Kettle Kickoff event on Friday. Members of the NCSO will be out ringing the bells soon. Please consider donating wherever you find the bells calling. The Salvation Army is committed to doing the most good for the most people in the most need over the holiday. Thank you.

What a night! Big laughs and a big crowd for our Sober Comedy Night, presented by the HOPE Center. Thank you to Steve Sweeney, Lenny Clarke, Shea Spillane, Jack Lynch, Alex Mann, and Johnny Pizzi for supporting the recovery community. The HOPE Center is a program of Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott. Many thanks to the Town of Braintree for its support and everyone who dodged the rain to join us in Braintree!

We are thankful for those in our community who continue to step up and help others when needed. Sheriff Patrick McDermott and Special Sheriff Christopher Bell joined veterans organizer Richard Salloway at a Thanksgiving luncheon for disabled veterans at the VA hospital in Brockton, which included some amazing pastries donated by Elissa Montilio of Montilio's Bakery, which is headquartered in Brockton. Thank you for taking the time to honor those who have served.

We'd like to take a moment to recognize our dedicated corrections officers. They are the backbone of the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office, and their daily efforts never go unnoticed. Thank you.

A great day for the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office. Our Director of Mental Health, Anne Beatty Collins was presented with an Employee of the Year award by the Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association at the 2024 Annual Law Enforcement and Corrections Awards Ceremony. Anne is a leading voice in the multi-disciplinary team at the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office, ensuring that our security teams have the information necessary for specific patient needs, which provides a safe environment for patients and staff. “Anne Collins is a true superstar and a critical part of our agency’s success,” said Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick McDermott. “Anne goes above and beyond every day to ensure those needing mental health services receive exceptional care. Her exemplary work ethic is felt by not only those in our custody but each individual working at the sheriff’s office.” The MSA ceremony recognized the extraordinary contributions of individuals from all of the 14 sheriff's offices who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to the communities they serve across the Commonwealth. We offer our sincere congratulations to all of the award recipients. Well done!

JUST IN! Due to overwhelming demand, the Sober Comedy Night presented by The H.O.P.E. Center - A Program of the Norfolk County Sheriff is now SOLD OUT! This amazing update hits as we also announce some "breaking news." Lenny Clarke is now a featured part of our amazing lineup, joining headliner and host Steve Sweeney and his special guests Shea Spillane and Jack Lynch. Proceeds from the Sober Comedy Night benefit NSO Cares, a non-profit founded to shape 21st-century public safety in Norfolk County through community outreach, intervention, prevention, and education. Thank you to everyone who jumped on board early. We will see you Thursday night – at our Public Safety Complex in Braintree!