by Dana Alexander | Jul 9, 2024 | Peer Support
Hayley Peek Peer support has undeniable benefits when it comes to mental wellbeing, but along with those benefits comes a unique set of challenges. It’s essential to explore how, as peer supporters, we can maintain our roles while prioritizing and...
by Dana Alexander | May 29, 2024 | Peer Support
Peer support programs are integral to fostering mental and emotional well-being in first responder agencies. However, traditional peer support systems may face limitations due to an agency’s size, geographic location, funding availability, and the comfort level...
by Dana Alexander | May 1, 2024 | First Responders
Kathy Rolfe “I never thought I’d be the one sitting in a shrink’s office.” I’ve heard this countless times over my 10 years of treating first responders, veterans and actively serving military personnel. The internal conflict is visible as they sit...
by Dana Alexander | Mar 12, 2024 | First Responders
In a groundbreaking collaboration, First Response Mental Health is teaming up with prominent organizations such as the SC EMS Association (SCEMSA), the South Carolina Fire Association (SCSFA), South Carolina Law Enforcement Assistance Program (SCLEAP), South Carolina...
by Dana Alexander | Jan 3, 2024 | First Responders, Peer Support
Dr. Brooke Bartlett This blog was taken from Dr. Brooke Bartlett’s webinar on Proactive Peer Support. To watch the full webinar, please click here. Peer support programs within first responder agencies have great potential to bolster mental health, foster camaraderie,...
