Trauma Intervention Program of Northern Nevada

08/07/2025

💛 Boundaries are part of compassion.

Caring for others doesn’t mean sacrificing yourself.
It’s okay to take a break.
It’s okay to say no.
It’s okay to step back when your cup is empty.

You can’t pour from an empty cup... and you don’t have to.

Compassion includes you, too.

08/05/2025

Grief isn’t a straight line. 💞

One day you might laugh. The next, you might cry over a song on the radio. Then feel numb. Then angry. Then quiet.
And none of it means you’re doing it wrong.

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline or a checklist. It’s a wave you learn to ride, moment by moment. 🌊

💛 Wherever you are in your grief, you’re not alone. TIP volunteers walk beside people in those raw first hours, but our support doesn’t end there.

Grief is messy and never a straight path—

If you’re in the middle of the messy, tangled journey right now, please know: you’re not lost. Every twist, every backward step, every loop of confusion or numbness is part of the process. It’s not failure—it’s grief doing what it does.

There’s no “right” way through this. Just your way.
And even when it feels like you’re going in circles, you are moving.

Eventually, you’ll catch a glimpse of light again. It may not look like it once did, but it will come. Keep going. You’re doing better than you think. 💛

08/05/2025

🧠💬 Don’t bottle it up.
Crisis impacts everyone, even those trained to handle it.

Whether you’re a first responder, a witness, a healthcare worker, or someone who just found themselves in the middle of someone else’s worst day… those emotions don’t magically disappear. They don’t get erased just because you “kept it together.”

What we don’t express has a way of showing up later... in our sleep, in our health, in our relationships, in our moods. Holding it all in might feel like strength in the moment, but long-term, it can weigh you down in ways you don’t even realize.

💬 Debriefing is not weakness, it’s a vital tool for healing.
Talk to a trusted peer. A chaplain. A mental health professional. Someone who gets it.
Even just saying, “That was a lot,” can open the door.

We’re not meant to carry these stories alone. And you don’t have to.

🧡 TIP of Northern Nevada supports emotional wellness after trauma for survivors AND responders. Learn more or connect at tipnnv.org

08/04/2025

🧡 About TIP of Northern Nevada

Our volunteers respond to the hardest moments a person can face: su***des, overdoses, child deaths, accidents, and more.

It’s not easy, but it’s profoundly needed.

When someone is in shock, overwhelmed, or grieving, TIP volunteers step in alongside police, fire, EMS, and hospital staff to provide immediate emotional and practical support. We help survivors navigate the first few hours of a crisis so they don't have to do it alone.

We're not therapists.
We're trained community volunteers who show up with compassion, presence, and a calm voice when the world has just fallen apart.

📍Serving ALL of Washoe County and surrounding areas
🌐 Learn more or become a volunteer: tipnnv.org

08/02/2025

Our volunteers are students, nurses, retirees, business owners, and parents. 🎒👩‍⚕️🦹👩‍💼👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

What do they all have in common?
🧡 A heart for service.

If you’ve ever felt called to help others in their darkest moments, this is your sign. TIP volunteers respond alongside police, fire, and medical crews to support survivors of trauma, right here in our community.

✨ Fall Training Academy (ALL dates/times required):

📅 Week 1 -
⏰ Thursday, October 9th: 6 - 9pm
⏰Friday, October 10th: 6 - 9pm
⏰Saturday, October 11th: 9am - 5pm
⏰Sunday, October 12th: 8am - 2pm

🗓Week 2:
⏰Wednesday, October 15th: 6 - 9pm
⏰Thursday, October 16th: 6 - 9pm
⏰Friday, October 17th: 6 - 10pm
⏰Saturday, October 18th: 9am - 3pm

Apply now at tipnnv.org/volunteer


🎒

08/01/2025

Even when it takes two years to find the words, the impact of compassion is never forgotten.

💔 This message came from someone who lost their son two years ago. They remembered the strength, presence, and care of a TIP volunteer like it happened yesterday.

🚨 We don’t do this work alone. Every moment of support we provide is made possible because a first responder called us in. Whether it's:
Reno PD, Reno Fire, Sparks PD, Sparks Fire, Truckee Meadows Fire, Washoe County Sheriff's Office, REMSA, or NHP, when they call, we show up... 24/7, 365 days a year.

And sometimes, that moment becomes a memory someone carries with them forever.

🧡 tipnnv.org

08/01/2025

You can’t pour from an empty cup. 💛
Take care of your own heart so you can continue to serve others.

Like waves pulling back to refill the tide, we all need moments to step away, breathe, and come back to ourselves. 🌊

Serving others through crisis care takes a full heart. But when we constantly give without pausing to restore, that cup runs dry. The ocean in this video reminds us: just as the tide returns again and again, so can we. We’re allowed to pull back. To rest. To refill. To let the heaviness wash away.

So if you’re feeling drained today, this is your permission to pause. Refill your cup, not just for others—but for you.

07/30/2025

💙 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 💙
Human trafficking doesn’t always look how we expect.
Often, the signs are quiet. 🔇🤫

You don’t need to know all the answers to make a difference.
Start by learning the signs. Stay curious. Speak up when something feels off.
And if you're ever in a moment where you don’t know what to say—just be kind. That’s a powerful place to start.

❤️ Together, we create a community where survivors are seen, heard, and never alone.

07/30/2025

In the wake of this morning’s tragedy at the Grand Sierra Resort, it’s normal to feel shaken... even if you weren’t physically there.

➡️ Maybe you knew someone involved.
➡️ Maybe you’re a GSR employee, first responder, or guest.
➡️ Maybe it just hits close to home.

Please know: TIP of Northern Nevada is still here. Still showing up. Still walking beside our community.

💛 What TIP Can Do:
Our volunteers are trained to respond in real time with calm presence and practical support. We help survivors, loved ones, witnesses, hotel staff, and even bystanders make sense of the chaos. Whether that means sitting quietly with you, helping contact family, answering unfamiliar questions, or just being a soft place to land, we’re here for it.

📘 We also offer resource guides for navigating trauma, grief, next steps, and how to support others (including children). You don’t have to figure it out alone.

If you're feeling emotional today:
💬 Name it. Anger, fear, sadness, it’s all valid.
🧘‍♀️ Ground yourself. Take a breath. Step outside. Feel your feet on the floor.
🧡 Call someone you trust. Or call us.

📞 24/7 Crisis Support Line: (775) 745‑5514
🌐 More resources at TIPNNV.ORG

Please share this with anyone who may be hurting or unsure what to do next. Let’s care for each other with gentleness and grace.

07/29/2025

💛 The little things matter most in a moment of crisis.

You can help us provide comfort kits, blankets, snacks, and tissues to survivors who are facing the worst day of their lives. These small items bring warmth, care, and connection when it’s needed most.

🛒 Shop our Amazon wishlist or donate directly online — every bit helps.
🔗 Link in bio or scan the QR code!

07/28/2025

07/28/2025

Early this morning, a gunman opened fire near the valet area outside the Grand Sierra Resort (GSR) in Reno, resulting in three confirmed fatalities and several injuries. Local authorities responded within minutes, ultimately taking the suspect into custody. There is currently no ongoing threat to the public

In this difficult time, please know you are not alone. Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) of Northern Nevada is here to offer immediate, 24/7 emotional and practical support to survivors, witnesses, and anyone affected by this tragedy. Our trained volunteers provide confidential emotional first aid, grief support, and assistance with necessary steps following a crisis

🧡 How TIP Can Help
Emotional First Aid: One-on-one support to help calm, comfort, and guide through initial reactions.

Coping Guidance: Resources for grief and trauma, including how to support children and/or families.

Practical Assistance: Access to TIP’s resource guide for navigating paperwork, Medical Examiner's Office, media inquiries, and more
resources.

📞 Need Support?
You can reach TIP of Northern Nevada 24/7 at (775) 745‑5514. Our volunteers are trained to respond quickly and compassionately in times of crisis. We can provide additional resources, as needed, to help you navigate this difficult time.

Let’s stand together in compassion and resilience. Please share this post to help reach anyone who may need support. If you’re a TIP supporter and/or community partner, feel free to repost and help spread the word. 💙

For additional resources, please visit our website TIPNNV.ORG and select 'Resources'.

The Reno Police Department (RPD) is reporting a critical incident at the Grand Sierra Resort on Monday morning. People are asked to remain out of the area.