Resources for First Responders

Support at Every Step

At After Action, we understand the unique pressures and challenges faced by first responders. Our Resources Page is dedicated to offering comprehensive support tailored specifically to the needs of these brave individuals. Explore our array of resources designed to guide first responders through their journey to wellness, resilience, and recovery.

First Responder Mental Health Resources

911 At Ease International

Offers free trauma-informed counseling for first responders and their families.

Bulletproof

Provides confidential resources for addiction, mental health, and treatment for law enforcement professionals and their families.

For the Frontlines

First responders can text 741741 for help with fear, stress, isolation, and other issues. Counseling is free and is available 24/7.

Livengrin Foundation

This nonprofit offers a FRAT program (First Responders Addiction Treatment), which specializes in recovery services for first responders and their families.

National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) First Responder Helpline

A helpline offering up to five free counseling sessions for members of the NVFC and their families.

Rosecrance Florian Program

Substance abuse and mental health program provided by first responders for first responders.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

(SAMHSA): This national organization offers information on addiction and mental health services and available resources.

Yoga For First Responders (YFFR)

Organization offering yoga and classes on stress management. Also trains first responders in yoga instruction.

Support Groups and Organizations for First Responders

American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress

Offers a schedule of first responder online support groups.

Behavioral Health – First Responder Center for Excellence

A source for articles, videos, and policy updates to educate first responders on behavioral health issues and encourage them to take action.

COVID-19 – Frontline Workers, Mental Health America (MHA)

Offers information on addressing anxiety and stress to prevent first responder burnout. Also offers mental health screenings.

Crisis Support Resources for Emergency Responders, Disaster Responder Assets Network (DRAN)

A network of information and resources for first responder mental health.

Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance

Focuses on suicide prevention and behavioral health awareness. Provides workshops for EMS, dispatch, and fire departments.

Fire Hero Families

Connects firefighters and their families throughout the country to virtual support groups.

First Responder Support Network

A group of professionals who volunteer their time to provide treatment and aftercare for first responders and their families.

Frontline Professionals, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Tools and resources targeted for first responders and their families.

Mental Health First Aid for Fire and EMS, National Council for Mental Wellbeing

An early intervention program for firefighters and EMS.

Project Healing Heroes

Provides support for first responders who are experiencing PTSD.

ResponderStrong

Offers a help line, self-help tools, articles, educational resources, and professional assistance for first responder mental health.

Reviving Responders

A nonprofit organization that is dedicated to suicide prevention and promotion of mental health among EMS workers.

Share the Load Program

Helps fire and rescue departments establish behavioral health programs and offers resources for those seeking support for mental health and addiction issues.

Survive First

Provides mental health resources for first responders and their families who are seeking support.

The Code Green Campaign

Also called Code Green, serves all types of first responders with advocacy and education on mental health.

Wings of Change

In-person and virtual peer support groups, offered for first responders and led by first responders.

Crisis Lines for First Responders

Access EAP

800-248-1688. Free, confidential hotline available 24/7. Offers support for mental health and substance abuse problems.

Copline

800-267-5463. Answered by retired officers trained in providing mental health support. Available 24/7.

Crisis Text Line

Counseling support for mental health crises. Available 24/7 by texting BADGE to 741741.

Frontline Helpline

866-676-7500. First responders and family members struggling with trauma can get support from former first responders.

Hero’s Warm Line

844-833-HERO. Provides resources and confidential peer-support services. Designed for first responders and their friends and family.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline

Call 988. Connects first responders in crisis to a counselor for support. Available 24/7.

SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline:

Call or text 800-985-5990. Available 24/7. Provides support for emotional distress brought on by disasters.

Resources for Family Members of First Responders

Fire/EMS Helpline

1-888-731-FIRE. 24-hour helpline offering confidential support for EMTs, firefighters, rescue personnel, and their families.

Safe Call Now

206-459-3020. Confidential crisis line for emergency services personnel, public safely employees, and their families. Available 24/7.

Strategies to Manage Challenges for EMS Families

Provides information on how to manage the challenges EMS families commonly face.

Supporting Officer Safety Through Family Wellness – Helping Your Child Understand Your Job

Resource from the International Association of Chiefs of Police, designed to help law enforcement officers answer questions their children may have and provides insights into anxiety in first responder children.

Other Resources

Free Addiction Treatment Consultation

Free Mental Health Consultation

Sober Transport Services

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Our Blog

Insights into Mental Health and Addiction for First Responders

Stay informed with our regularly updated blog, featuring in-depth articles and insights dedicated to the mental health and addiction challenges specific to the first responder community. From coping strategies and breakthrough treatments to personal stories of resilience, our blog serves as a valuable tool for education, awareness, and inspiration.

Resources for First Responders

First Responder Mental Health Resources

911 At Ease International

Bulletproof

For the Frontlines

Livengrin Foundation

National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) First Responder Helpline

Rosecrance Florian Program

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

Yoga For First Responders (YFFR)

Support Groups and Organizations for First Responders

American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress

Behavioral Health – First Responder Center for Excellence

COVID-19 – Frontline Workers, Mental Health America (MHA)

Crisis Support Resources for Emergency Responders, Disaster Responder Assets Network (DRAN)

Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance

Fire Hero Families

First Responder Support Network

Frontline Professionals, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Mental Health First Aid for Fire and EMS, National Council for Mental Wellbeing

Project Healing Heroes

ResponderStrong

Reviving Responders

Share the Load Program

Survive First

The Code Green Campaign

Wings of Change

Crisis Lines for First Responders

Access EAP

Copline

Crisis Text Line

Frontline Helpline

Hero’s Warm Line

National Suicide Prevention Hotline

SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline:

Resources for Family Members of First Responders

Fire/EMS Helpline

Safe Call Now

Strategies to Manage Challenges for EMS Families

Supporting Officer Safety Through Family Wellness – Helping Your Child Understand Your Job

Other Resources

Free Addiction Treatment Consultation

Free Mental Health Consultation

Sober Transport Services

Sober Transport Services

Aftercare

Our Blog

Insights into Mental Health and Addiction for First Responders

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