Dave & christi dyke
Beneath the Badge - The Dave & Christi Dyke Story
Dave Dyke worked for 24 years in law enforcement in Southeast Minnesota. His experience includes patrol, investigations, hostage negotiations, undercover agent for the Southeast Minnesota Narcotics and Gang Task Force, and former skills instructor.
His wife, Christi, is an RN in the Emergency Department and Midwest Admission and Transfer Center at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She also works as a Death Investigator for the Southeast Minnesota Regional Medical Examiner s Office. She has over 13 years of prior experience working on a volunteer ambulance service.
PRESENTATION
BENEATH THE BADGE: THE DAVE & CHRISTI DYKE STORY
After an unexpected detour caused him to retire early, Dave and his wife, Christi, began sharing their story – the reality of what often lies Beneath the Badge. Together, they walk you through their experiences on how PTSD ended David’s career, led to suicidal thoughts and the planning of the same, and the near demise of their marriage. They intimately understand the mental health struggle
that many are facing, often in silence.
Their story is emotional, uncensored, and raw. Mixed with humor, and at times a few tears, their vulnerability breaks the stigma with a powerful message resonating to all in attendance instilling a feeling of hope and resilience all the while emphasizing finding balance in one’s own life and the importance of self-care.