Being in the Fire Service since 2005 I have seen plenty of things that have kept me up at night. I joined Peer Support in 2014 when I realized the severity of the problem across the Fire Service. Realizing how many Firefighters took their lives was startling to me. I couldn't believe so many of my brothers and sisters felt that was the only option. I started a Behavioral Health Program in my own Fire Department, later integrating a Peer Support Team to provide support at every level. Over the years as the lead of the Peer Support Program I have learned a lot. I've learned about talking with other Firefighters, Lieutenants, and Chiefs. I've learned about what First Responders are concerned about and what ails them. I've learned how to get a message to every member of the Fire Department so that they will actually get it. This has led me to a uniform approach to Peer Support. One thing I know that is important for First Responders is consistency. A consistent message regarding their behavioral health through a Peer Support team. 

This website provides up to date information regarding First Responder Behavioral Health issues including managing a Peer Support Team, Behavioral Health Program, and how best to provide Peer Support at the individual level. Through education we can provide a quality service to our departments.

This website is an attempt to further the conversation around Peer Support. Sharing content relevant to Peer Support programs so that you can share them with your Peer Support Team as well as information that will be beneficial to your department. I believe that awareness equals empowerment and that is no different when it comes to First Responder Behavioral Health.