


Let’s Talk About
Mental Health
By: Conrad Weaver
Starting the conversation about mental health
and PTSD among first responders is challenging
but essential in changing the culture.
Trauma-Informed Peer
Support: The Missing
Connection
By: Nancy Wesselink, PhD LMSW CEAP
These are just a few of the reasons why men
and women are not asking for help. The question
is, where do we start?


“It’s up to leaders to lead the charge. The people in your care will follow.
Now, will you do that hard thing?” – Conrad Weaver


Training
- June 8th, 2024: Learning with Leaders: The Crisis Management Briefing (CMB): Updates and Enhancements
June 10th – 12th, 2024: Assisting Individuals in Crisis & Group Crisis Intervention in Colleges and Universities
June 11th & 12th, 2024: Resilience Training: Peak Performance and Mental Strength for Before, During and After Crises
June 20th – 21st 2024: Advanced Assisting Individuals in Crisis
June 27th – 28th, 2024: Managing School Crises: From Theory to Application

Crisis Journal
Social Media Articles
National Strategy for Suicide Prevention and Federal Action Plan
– SAMHSAIt’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Tips and Resources for Mental Health Awareness Month – SAMHSA
Mental health resources expand for first responders – Spartan News Room
‘Groundbreaking’ new program for Fort Worth first responders offers mental, emotional support – NBCDFW
Finding mental health support for first responders – 12 News
Prioritizing Mental Well-Being: A Crucial Call to Support Our First
Responders – The Elm

“Allowing first responders to have the space to heal and go through their emotions is a gift that any chief could give them. Helping the first responder go through the trauma and providing healthy tools is an essential part of ending the stigma” – Ciara Madrid



“Too often first responders don’t seek the help they need, So making sure they have easy access to mental health services is a priority…” – Kevin Easton
