• A Victim’s Plea; a 9-1-1 Call for Excellence

    The foundation was born out of the tragic kidnapping, rape, and murder of Denise Lee in North Port, Florida in 2008. Despite 5 calls made to 9-1-1 that day, including a 9-minute call from a bystander witnessing her abduction in the car next to her, Denise was not rescued before her murder. Denise's husband Nathan made it his life's work to honor his courageous wife by promoting better training, standardized protocols, and technological advances for 9-1-1 so that it meets expectations of all citizens. Determined not to have Denise die in vain, Nathan is partnering with the 9-1-1 industry and...

  • Wellness Wednesday – April 8, 2026

    Join GHC 9-1-1 for Wellness Wednesdays, an initiative aimed at connecting you with fun interactive mental health and wellness group. Learn ways to cope with Burn out Behind the Headset as a 9-1-1 telecommunicator. This program also encourages connections among peers who share similar experiences and comprehend the demands of the 9-1-1 telecommunicator role. For More information click here

  • APCO Active Shooter Course (June 9, 2026)

    Active shooter incidents are high-risk, high-stakes events that, without warning, can cause devastating consequences in just a few brief moments. For all facets of public safety, including communications, there are a host of issues that make responding to an active shooter incident more difficult than many other armed subject calls. These types of incidents have been increasing in frequency. Shooters have a wider range of more powerful weapons available. The motivations behind these incidents continue to grow more complex. As with any other type of emergency situation, the telecommunicator plays a vital role in the response to active shooter incidents....

  • APCO Active Shooter Course (June 9, 2026)

    THE STUDENT MUST REGISTER THROUGH APCO TO ATTEND THIS COURSE- GHC CAN NOT REGISTER THE STUDENT FOR THE COURSE Active shooter incidents are high-risk, high-stakes events that, without warning, can cause devastating consequences in just a few brief moments. For all facets of public safety, including communications, there are a host of issues that make responding to an active shooter incident more difficult than many other armed subject calls. These types of incidents have been increasing in frequency. Shooters have a wider range of more powerful weapons available. The motivations behind these incidents continue to grow more complex. As with...

  • Healthy Center 9-1-1 (July 7, 2026)

    HC911, created by HeroLight Training Founder Tracy Ertl, is a step-by-step guide to total 911 center rejuvenation. Controlling negativity & lifting morale within the agency leads to healthy retention, recruitment, longevity & staff happiness. Attendees will learn the 4 HeroLight Steps to achieving this dynamic culture shift. Physical & mental health strategies, camaraderie-building activities; & critically necessary information on diversity and generational communication techniques will all be covered. You are going to love your 9-1-1 center. Supervisors, directors, and line staff should consider attending together. For More information click here