First Responder Mental Health Resources
National Helplines for First Responders
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| BLUE H.E.L.P. 1st Help | Police-focused suicide hotline. |
| Emergency Responder Crisis Text Line | Text BADGE to 741741 to chat with a trained crisis counselor. This free service is available 24/7 for all emergency responders. |
| Safe Call Now | 1-206-459-3020; A 24/7 help line staffed by first responders for first responders and their family members. They can assist with treatment options for responders who are suffering from mental health, substance abuse and other personal issues. |
| Copline | 1-800-267-5463; A confidential helpline for members of US law enforcement. |
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | 988; 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. |
| SAMHSA's National Helpline | 1-800-662-HELP (4357); free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. |
ADDITIONAL National
resources for first responders
IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a treatment facility specializing in PTSD for professional fire service members who struggle with trauma, substance use, addiction and other related behavioral health challenges.
ResponderRel8 is a peer-to-peer chat app that provides a platform for you to connect, celebrate and commiserate with first responder peers anonymously.
You ResponderStrong equips you with the tools and resources you need to protect yourselves against the mental and emotional exposures you encounter every day.
The Code Green Campaign® is a first responder oriented mental health advocacy and education organization.
Veterans Affairs (VA) provides mental health resources, information, and treatment options for veterans.
All Clear Foundation connects First Responders and provides crisis and wellness support.
Status Code 4 provides mental health services to first responders and their family members.
CrewCare is a mobile app originally designed for the first responder industry. The CrewCare app is available in the US, Canada, and Australia.
Yoga and Meditation for EMS professionals