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The 911 Wellness Group is a mental health resource team for Northern Illinois' active and retired First Responders.

We serve Law Enforcement, Firefighters, EMTs, Emergency Telecommunicators, US Military/Veterans, and their families.

01/26/2026

Happy Monday!

We hope everyone is staying warm out there.

Mental Health Monday – Week 10: Checking In on Your Team

We’re trained to watch each other’s backs on the job. That shouldn’t stop once the call is over.

Keep it simple: “You good? I’m here if you need.”
No fixing. No pressure. Just letting them know they’re not carrying it alone.

Sometimes asking is the first step. A small check-in can make a big difference and remind us we don’t have to handle everything solo.

If you or someone on your team needs additional support, please contact our office to make an appointment with one of our providers at 847-550-4520.

01/19/2026

Happy Monday!

We’re starting the week a little bummed after our Chicago Bears' loss 🐻💙, but as always, we move forward, reset, and refocus.

Mental Health Monday – Week 9: Talking to Loved Ones After a Hard Shift.

It’s tough to share what we see on the job. After a demanding shift, many first responders struggle to explain their experiences to loved ones without feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood.

Set intentional boundaries when communicating. Focus on sharing emotions rather than specific details. Express how the shift affected you—stress, frustration, fatigue without reliving the event itself.

Honest, boundary-based communication fosters trust and enables loved ones to offer meaningful support while safeguarding your mental well-being.

If you find that additional support would be helpful, please contact our office to get scheduled with one of our providers. You don’t have to navigate this alone.

01/12/2026

Happy Monday!

Mental Health Monday – Week 8: Decompression Rituals

High-stress calls don’t end when the shift does.

First responders are routinely exposed to elevated stress and critical incidents. Without intentional decompression, this stress can carry over into home life, affecting sleep, mood, and relationships.

Establish a brief post-shift decompression ritual, such as changing out of work clothes immediately, taking a short walk, or writing down lingering thoughts to help signal closure to the nervous system.

A consistent decompression routine supports psychological recovery and helps create a clear boundary between work and home.

Support is available. If you need additional help, please call our office to schedule an appointment with one of our providers at 847-550-4520. All staff at 911 Wellness Group are certified in both group and individual critical incident support, provided at no cost.

01/09/2026

Today, on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we honor the men and women who serve with courage, discipline, and unwavering commitment to their communities. The work you do requires constant vigilance, sound judgment, and emotional resilience, often under extraordinary pressure.

We see the weight you carry, and we appreciate the sacrifices you and your families make every day. Supporting those who protect others means recognizing not only your service, but also your well-being.

Thank you for what you do—today and always.

01/06/2026

We hope everyone had a wonderful and safe New Year!

Week 7: Micro-Breaks

How 60 Seconds of Pause Can Recharge the Brain.

First responders operate in prolonged states of high cognitive load and physiological arousal. Research indicates that brief, intentional pauses lasting as little as 60 seconds can reduce sympathetic nervous system activation, enhance attention, and facilitate decision-making under stress.

Micro-breaks do not require leaving the scene or disengaging from duty. Simple actions such as controlled breathing, posture reset, or brief visual disengagement can help recalibrate the nervous system between calls or tasks.

Strategic pauses throughout a shift support cognitive performance, emotional regulation, and long-term resilience. Small resets, practiced consistently, can have a measurable impact.

If you need additional support, our office is available to help you. Please call to schedule an appointment with one of our providers.

12/29/2025

Happy Monday!

We hope everyone had a wonderful and safe holiday!

Week 6: Fueling Your Mind 🧠

Quick Nutrition Tips for Mental Clarity

Long shifts, missed meals, and high-adrenaline calls can take a toll on focus and decision-making. Fueling your brain matters just as much as fueling your body.

Two simple reminders:

Hydration first: Even mild dehydration can impact attention, reaction time, and mood. Keep water accessible during shifts and aim for steady intake, not just at meals.

Avoid “crash foods”: Sugary snacks and energy drinks can lead to quick spikes followed by sharp drops in energy and concentration.

When possible, choose protein, fiber, or healthy fats to support sustained mental clarity.

Small nutrition choices during a shift can help support focus, resilience, and performance when it matters most.

12/22/2025

Happy Monday!

Daily Habits That Protect Mental Health | Week 5: Sleep & Shift Work

Shift work places ongoing strain on sleep cycles, which directly impacts focus, mood regulation, and resilience. Sleep is not optional recovery. It is a biological necessity.

Implementing simple, evidence-based sleep hygiene strategies can reduce fatigue and support mental health, even when schedules are unpredictable.

Small, intentional changes to sleep routines can yield measurable improvements in alertness and overall wellbeing.

12/16/2025

The Holidays Look Different for First Responders & Their Families 🎄🚨

While the world gathers, celebrates, and slows down, first responders are often gearing up, heading out, or staying on call. Holidays can bring longer shifts, heightened stress, missed moments, and emotions that don’t always fit the season’s picture-perfect expectations.

For first responders:
You may be carrying the weight of tough calls while trying to be fully present for your family. It’s okay if your energy is low, your patience is thin, or joy feels complicated this time of year.

For families:
You’re holding things together at home — adjusting plans, explaining absences, and supporting someone who gives so much of themselves to others. Your role matters more than you know.

💙 A few gentle reminders this season:

It’s okay to celebrate differently.
Small moments still count.
Communication and grace go a long way.
Rest is not a luxury — it’s necessary.

If the holidays feel heavy, you’re not alone. Support, understanding, and connection can make a difference, and help is always available.

📞 If you or your family could use extra support this season, reach out to schedule time with one of our providers. We’re here for the whole family 847-550-4520.

12/15/2025

Week 4: Resilience 101 – What Resilience Really Means

🛡️ “Resilience is your mental armor.”

In uniformed service, resilience is often misunderstood. It doesn’t mean being tough all the time, pushing everything down, or never feeling the impact of hard calls or past experiences.

Resilience means bouncing back — not being bulletproof.

For first responders and veterans, resilience is the ability to:
• Recover after a tough call
• Adapt after stress or loss
• Keep moving forward without carrying everything alone

Feeling affected doesn’t mean you’re weak. It means you’re human.

✨ The takeaway:

Small daily habits build resilience over time.

That might look like:
• Taking a few minutes to decompress after a shift
• Talking things through instead of bottling them up
• Prioritizing sleep, movement, and mental check-ins
• Asking for support before burnout hits

Resilience isn’t built in one moment. It’s built on the quiet, consistent choices you make every day.

📞 If you’re ready to strengthen your mental armor, our providers are here to help. Reach out to schedule an appointment in person or via telehealth at 847-550-4520.

12/12/2025

A huge thank you to Chicago’s Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) for inviting us to support our city's incredible 911 dispatchers.

These professionals are the "calm in the chaos," guiding residents through their worst moments with strength and clarity. Proud to stand behind the heroes who are always there when we need them most.

12/08/2025

📘 Mental Health Monday!

One tough call can stick with you, but you don’t have to carry it.

Your one-minute reset after a difficult call. Small practice, big impact!

If these moments are getting harder to shake, we’re here for you. Call us to schedule an appointment with a provider who can help 847-550-4520.

12/02/2025

Happy Tuesday!

We hope everyone is coming out of their food coma and had a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving!

This week’s toolkit skill: Box Breathing.

A simple 60-second reset you can use right in the rig, at the station, or on scene.

Inhale. Hold. Exhale. Hold.

Repeat. Regain control. Stay grounded.

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