16/07/2025
Our state is blessed with amazing men and women who take the "Volunteer Spirit" to the next level with careers as first responders. The realities of the job have changed a lot in just a few years, and if you're going to make a career of it, you're probably not going to do it without getting some help. Please know, it's OK to not feel OK. Speak up. Say something... whether it's for yourself or someone next to you. It's a sign of strength to reach out for help. It's a sign of compassion to know the resources that are out there and offer them to a friend in need.
The page linked below is designed to help you start the conversation, connect with experts in the field, and get back to what matters most to you.
https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/behavioral-health/frmh.html
Your life is precious, purposeful, and powerful. You can call any of these resources or call someone you trust.
🔺 CopLine provides 24/7, CONFIDENTIAL services for callers who are dealing with various stressors encountered both on and off the job. Visit the link or call 1-800-COPLINE (800-267-5463).
🔺 Safe Call Now is a CONFIDENTIAL, comprehensive, 24-hour crisis referral service for all public safety employees, all emergency services personnel and their family members nationwide. Call 206-459-3020.
🔺 The 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7/365. You can call or text 988 and press 0 for a crisis counselor. You can also chat with 988lifeline.org.
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