The Cleveland Division of Police offers an Employee Assistance Program to their officers and dependents, providing confidential counseling and resources for various life challenges. This program aims to support employee well-being and promote a healthy lifestyle. The officers assigned to the Employees Assistance Unit are available 24/7 and do an outstanding job of being there when our officers are in need of their assistance.
Detective Beverly Fraticelli is assigned to EAU and has been chosen as the June 2025 Cleveland Police Foundation’s Police Officer of the Month for reasons provided in the following statement by her colleague, Detective Bill Adams.
“Over the past year, Detective Beverly Fraticelli, while assigned to the Employees Assistance Unit, has worked tirelessly to support the families of Officer Ritter and, more recently, Recruit Cortez. As the BlueCoats Liaison, Detective Fraticelli is responsible for guiding families through the complex process of securing Public Safety Officer’s Benefits (PSOB) and other death benefits. She ensures that all necessary steps are completed accurately and promptly to prevent any delays in the support these families are entitled to receive.
Detective Fraticelli has dedicated countless hours to provide comfort and assistance during these incredibly difficult times. But her role extends far beyond the immediate aftermath. As the BlueCoats Liaison, she remains a constant presence in the lives of these families, often for years to come. Her ongoing support can include help with education, housing, medical expenses, and even everyday needs like transportation to doctor’s appointments or assistance with groceries.
Detective Fraticelli’s unwavering dedication to the families of fallen officers is truly remarkable. Through her compassion and commitment, she ensures that these heroes are never forgotten and that their families are never alone.”
It is because of this compassion and commitment that the Cleveland Police Foundation is honored to name Detective Beverly Fraticelli its Police Officer of the Month for June 2025.
It should be noted that Detective Fraticelli was also named the Cleveland Police Foundation’s Police Officer of the Month for November 2022.
– Bob Guttu, CPF
Nominated by EAU Detective Bill Adams