Scott Hayes

Hospice is a type of care and philosophy of care that helps terminally ill people deal with physical, emotional, spiritual, and social symptoms of whatever sickness they are battling. The concept is constantly evolving but has been around since the 11th century. Modern day hospice provides care for individuals in hospitals and nursing homes as well as those that have chosen to stay in their own homes during the last stages of life.

Crisis negotiation is a technique that is used in law enforcement. It helps to communicate with people who are threatening violence. Barricaded subjects, hostage takers, stalkers, physical threats, workplace violence, and suicidal subjects all make use of crisis negotiators.

Doubloon shaped challenge coins resemble currency that was formerly used in Spain and Spanish America. They usually are old and worn looking. Most notably, the coins have an irregular shape to them. Each coin begins with a hand carved mold that will give it a unique appearance.

University police departments are getting in on the challenge coin scene. Police forces nationwide have been ordering coins for years and now the university branches of these departments are contacting us with their requests. The coins usually combine two worlds. They create a blend of police roots with university pride. Classic emblems like police officer badges and university coat of arms are great places to start your design idea.

In November 2003, an Indianapolis Local 416 firefighter formed the Rolling Inferno M.C. The club was formed to promote the brotherhood of Firefighters and to support charities that care for children suffering from burn injuries. Motorcycle clubs are often times formed by co-workers who share the same passion for riding bikes and promoting biker safety. In the case of this customer, the members of the club are firefighters from the same station.

Police officers are invited by the local school districts to speak and work with students. Police officers are permitted to work in the classroom by the school district and do not need to be licensed teachers. There are programs for different age levels. Working with the classroom teachers, the officers lead students over a number of sessions using workbooks, videos, and interactive discussions.

We were contacted by the federal department because it wanted custom challenge coins created to give out. We were able to put a lot of time and attention into the details of the design so that it was a true representation of our customer's ideas and vision. That's what makes custom made challenge coins so ideal. Through the use of shape, colors, and plating, we are able to create a gift item so unique and attractive that others can't wait to get one of their very own to take home with them.

The Cincinnati branch general manager contacted us with a coin idea that he had that would put the company mission statement on a coin for everyone to see. He wanted his key managers to keep the custom coin on them at all times and to share it with other employees as well as new and existing clients. His belief was that if everyone in the company from corporate to new employees understood the mission statement, that this would breed success.

By taking one quick look at this coin, you can instantly tell that it has something to do with marksmanship. Upon further examination, you read the text and see that this is a coin for a shooting range. These businesses can be found in every major city across the country and provide gun enthusiasts a place to practice their skill of shooting. Challenge coins created by the owners of gun ranges are growing in popularity because they are versatile and meaningful.

No matter what type of bike you ride, challenge coins are the perfect token to keep with you at all times to show how proud you are of your motorcycle club. Because they come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors, custom coins can reflect the different personalities of the members in the club. They also can be created in a way that shows the beauty and sophistication of these incredible modes of transportation.