Mental Health Resources for volunteer firefighters
Mental Health Resources for volunteer firefighters
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New Mexico Crisis & Access Line (First Responders):
Call or text 9-8-8 for 24/7 free, confidential support tailored to healthcare workers and first responders.
NAMI New Mexico Frontline Professionals:
Call 1-855-662-7474 (available 24/7) or use the Peer to Peer Warmline at 1-855-466-7100 to talk or text with a peer.
: Offers specialized peer support resources and education. Visit NAMI New Mexico Frontline Professionals or text NAMI to 741741. [1]
New Mexico - EMS Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM):
: Operated by the New Mexico Department of Health (EMS Bureau), this program provides 24/7/365 dispatch for critical incident debriefing and crisis intervention through the New Mexico Department of Health CISM at 505-827-9384. [1]
(National Volunteer Fire Council) Has a few resources for first responders.
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(June 4, 2024)
NVFC First Responder Helpline - Confidential Assistance Available 24/7 to Help Responders Better Cope
The NVFC is pleased to offer the First Responder Helpline offered through Provident to provide assistance to members and their families for a variety of behavioral health issues and work-life stresses. A web site portal and app are now available!
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NVFC Share the Load™ Support Program for Fire and EMS
Note: If you need immediate support with a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, call the NVFC First Responder Helpline or call 988 for the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (or go to the web site for chat). In addition, SAMHSA’s National Helpline is available at 1-800-662-HELP (4357), and the Crisis Text Line is available by texting HOME to 741741.
NVFC- Share The Load Program
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