1st Watch Wellness

05/02/2026

Honoring those who gave everything. ♥

This National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, we remember the brave firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

We also stand with the families, departments, and fellow first responders who carry that loss. Your strength, your grief, and your resilience matter.

05/01/2026

There’s a shift happening in first responder culture.

Wellness is becoming part of the conversation, and things that used to stay quiet are finally being talked about.

This May, for Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re continuing to break the stigma around mental health in the first responder community.

04/29/2026

Thank you to 1st Watch Wellness and Deer Hollow alum, Tyler, for sharing his story and reflecting on the impact of seeking treatment.

04/27/2026

At 1st Watch Wellness, we know stress isn’t going away on its own. Change starts with YOU: your choices, your actions, your support for your peers.

This Stress Awareness Month, practice self-care, check in on a teammate, and lead by example. Every small step creates a ripple of resilience.

04/22/2026

As part of their in-service training, the Grant County Sheriff's Office - WA welcomed 1st Watch Wellness clinician Keshya Wysocki for a session focused on stress awareness and coping strategies. Thank you to the department for the opportunity to connect with your team!

04/17/2026

Behind every call is a voice guiding the moment.

As National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week wraps up, we’re recognizing the dispatchers who carry the weight of every call, often without eve

You are the first point of contact, the steady presence, and a critical part of every response.

Your work matters. Every single day.

04/16/2026

In this line of work, stress is expected. Trauma shouldn’t be ignored.

Knowing the difference matters—because not all stress responses fade with time. Some experiences stay with us and require a different kind of support.

This April, we’re focusing on stress awareness and the importance of recognizing when it may be something more. You don’t have to carry it alone.

04/14/2026

Grateful to spend time in Rapid City, SD supporting those who show up for others every day.

Matt Quackenbush, Director of Education & Training at 1st Watch Wellness, led resiliency and advanced peer support training focused on building practical skills that make a difference when it matters most.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, engaged, and continues to prioritize wellness within your departments.

04/07/2026

You train to take care of others.

But your health isn’t just physical.

It’s the stress you carry after the call, the things you don’t say out loud, and the weight that builds over time.

This World Health Day, take a moment to check in with yourself, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too. You don’t have to carry it alone.

04/06/2026

Jordan and Troy loved connecting with friends at the International Association of Fire Fighters Strive Conference and being part of a space where firefighter wellness is front and center.

Grateful for the good conversation and memories and even more grateful for the work this group continues to do.

04/01/2026

Since 1992, April has been recognized as Stress Awareness Month—but the need for awareness has never been greater.

Stress continues to rise, and in this line of work, it can build quietly over time.

This month is about recognizing the signs early, reducing stigma, and taking small steps to manage stress before it becomes something more.

You don’t have to handle it alone.

03/30/2026