First Responder Support
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First Responder Resources
First responders face unique pressures and emotional challenges that can often feel overwhelming.
Whether you're dealing with the aftereffects of a critical incident, feeling stressed from the demands of the job, or grappling with personal loss, support is readily available.
Below are a list of resources we've tailored specifically for you. If you need further assistance or prefer to speak directly with someone who understands the specific nature of your experiences, see our peer roster above.
Support Group
Survivors of Suicide Support Group
INTENDED FOR: Family members, coworkers, and/or close friends of first responders who have died by suicide. Responders who have experienced the suicide or a family member, coworker, and/or close friend.
Join virtually - Second Tuesday of each month @ 6 pm
Crisis Resources
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This confidential, comprehensive, 24-hour crisis referral service is for all public safety employees, all emergency services personnel, and their family members nationwide.
Call 877-230-6060 or 206-459-3020
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Free, confidential and available 24/7 for all emergency responders. If you are experiencing any crisis - work-related, substance use, depression, romantic, financial, or any other text “BADGE” to 741741
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If you are struggling or having thoughts of suicide, please call our 24/7 support line.
Call(970) 306-4673.
Resources For All
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A non-profit support and resource organization based in Denver, Colorado. They are current, retired, and former First Responders (Police, fire, and EMS) who provide free, confidential, anonymous support for all First Responders, sworn and non-sworn personnel, current or former/retired. They are not a crisis support organization. They offer in person and virtual support meetings both substance related and other issues.
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First H.E.L.P. reduces mental health stigma for first responders through education and awareness and assists first responders in their search for healing. We acknowledge the service and sacrifice of first responders lost to suicide and care for their families in the aftermath of a suicide loss.
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First Responders requesting services are matched with a pre-screened, pre-approved LPC that is experienced in PTSD, Ongoing Trauma, and Vicarious Trauma. These services are confidential and are at no cost to the First Responder or their family members.
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IACF recognizes the unique pressures faced by those who dedicate their lives to serving our communities. They are an ally in supporting the mental and emotional well-being of first responders, frontline medical personnel, military members and their families. Their core mission is to provide accessible and impactful mental health services to these heroes and their loved ones, ensuring that they have the support they need to thrive both on duty and at home.
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ResponderStrong has supported the mental health and overall wellbeing of Emergency Responders, including Healthcare Workers, and their families.
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Responding to Relationships (RTR) is a customized relationship experience that offers relevant and transformative skills to all U.S. military personnel, veterans, emergency responders and their partners. Each five-star series is led by relationship skills experts and co-facilitated by couples with first-hand experience in the field.
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Revital Colorado programs utilize outdoor recreation and other platforms as a tool for mental health, therapeutic, and whole-life health benefits to first responders and their families.
First Responder Competent Counseling Services
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Dedicated to delivering specialized and empathetic mental health care to emergency responders, healthcare workers, and their families.
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Specializing in Police, Fire, and Public Safety Psychology, Crisis Intervention, Trauma Recovery, Wellness, and Violence Prevention.
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Helping those in first responder, high stress occupations, require specialized services to address the unique dynamics within their occupation.
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Licensed psychologist with more than 30 years of work with private clients and consulting with law enforcement and first responders.
Retreats
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Vacations offered at 25-50% off for responders, first come first serve as they become available.
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A free service in Colorado offered towards responders on a first come first serve basis with priority given to those who have just had a critical incident. The ranch can host up to 6 people overnight and offers day visits, they have a NDA and waiver to keep things confidential (they also work to ensure no visit is double booked). They encourage day visits or overnight stays (alcohol is prohibited).
Addiction Services
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A leading informational resource and web guide for those impacted by substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders.
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The central office of Western Colorado for Alcoholics Anonymous.
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Located in Edwards, All Points North Lodge is a destination for physical health, mental health, and addiction treatment and adjunctive add-on therapies.
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Providing help and hope for family and friends of alcoholics.
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Providing individuals and families in crisis with drugs and alcohol access to treatment and recovery support.
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Offering people a single source of relatable, reliable information at any stage of their recovery journey.
Financial Assistance
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Six (6) free visits per calendar year for anyone who lives or works in Eagle County.
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The Eagle County Emergency Responders Fund raises and manages funds for local emergency services professionals and their immediate families during times of hardship or crisis.
Behavioral Healthcare In Eagle County
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On a mission to lead community collaboration to transform the Eagle Valley’s behavioral health system.
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In person and program and online platform that supporting the behavioral health needs of those who currently work or live in both Eagle County, Colorado, and Summit County, Colorado.
Find a therapist here or Choose from multiple peer support focus groups.
Police Resources
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COPLINE® offers a CONFIDENTIAL 24-hour hotline answered by retired law enforcement officers who have gone through a strenuous vetting and training process to become an active listener. CopLine® retired officer listeners provide assistance with the successful management of various psychosocial stressors that impact a significant number of law enforcement officers and their families. Should the caller need further assistance the retired officer listener has access to vetted clinical referrals to therapists and programs throughout our callers regions to further assist.
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Colorado POST Officer Safety and Wellness offers information on peer support, officer wellness, suicide prevention and treatment for professionals.
Fire & Paramedic Resources
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This confidential, 24-hour Fire/EMS Helpline was created for First Responders by members of the fire service. This program is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of firefighters, EMTs, rescue personnel, and their families. Please call 888-731-FIRE (3473) for assistance.