If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available through one of many fine organization who provide resources to help first responders and their families. Locate the orginzational support hotline or link below that is right for you and your situation.
Support Hotlines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 988
The national suicide hotline. Not first responder specific, but they can talk to anyone who needs help. Or dial the alternate number of 1-800-273-8255 for assistance.
Safe Call Now - 1-206-459-3020
A 24/7 help line staffed by first responders for first responders & their family members. They assist with treatment options for responders who suffer from mental health, substance abuse & other personal issues.
Frontline Helpline - 1-866-676-7500
Run by Frontline Responder Services. Offer 24/7 coverage with first responder call-takers.
Fire/EMS Helpline - 1-888-731-3473
Also known as Share the Load. A program run by the National Volunteer Fire Council. They have a help line, text-based help services, & have a collection of resources for people looking for help & support.
Firefighter/ Family Crisis and Support Line: 1-844-525-FIRE (3473)
A 24/7 hotline for firefighters & family members & to speak with mental health counselors who are trained in fire service culture.
Support LINKS
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free & confidential support for people in distress, prevention & crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
First Help - Access to organizations & professionals supporting first responders & their families.
22Zero - Free trauma & informed peer support for first responders.
911 At Ease International - Free therapy, peer support & critical incident response for first responders.
Next Rung - Peer support & treatment assistance for first responders.
Healing Our Own - List of resources for firefighter wellness.
International Critical Incident Stress Foundation - Offers critical incident stress management education & training.
All Clear Foundation - Provides a comprehensive resource database dedicated to improving the life expectancy & well-being of emergency responders & their families.
First Responder Support Network - Trauma-informed retreats for first responders & their families.
Armor Up - Trauma-informed prevention, training & education for first responders.
Copline - 24/7 confidential support by active & retired law enforcement officers.
The Wounded Blue - Peer support, education, assistance & advocacy for law enforcement.
Bullet Proof - Provides law enforcement professionals & their families with confidential mental health & wellness initiatives, addiction awareness tools, assessments & direction towards treatment & care.
How to Love Our Cops - Peer support & resources for law enforcement officers & their families.
