The MSFA Chaplains provide spiritual, Godly-based information for you and your family. Below are links to various resources to help you serve those in need. Do not hesitate to reach out if you need additional assistance.
The MSFA Chaplains provide spiritual, Godly-based information for you and your family. Below are links to various resources to help you serve those in need. Do not hesitate to reach out if you need additional assistance.
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Addiction Treatment and Resources
A Guide for Family Members of Volunteer Firefighters
7 Healthy Reasons to Cry Your Eyes Out
Bereavement Uniform Program from Lighthouse Uniforms
Cancer – Spiritual Support and Compassion
Firefighter Behavior Health Alliance
Firefighter Cancer Support Network
First Responder Stress and the Family Blame Game
Grief Share – Grief Recovery Support Groups
NVFC’s National Fire Service Member Assistance Program
24-Hour Hotline: 888-731-FIRE (3473)
Trained firefighters and counselors familiar with the fire and emergency services are available to serve you.
Rosecrance Florian Program & Firefighter Behavioral Health
Treatment Centers for Addiction Elements Behavioral Health
Safe Call Now
24-Hour Hotline: 206-459-3020
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, offering services for drug/alcohol treatment, peer support services, PTSD resources, suicide resources, general and family counseling, as well as other crisis referral services.
Share the Load, A support program for firefighters and EMTs
Station House
Recovery, where all your peers are first responders.
COVID-19 and Our Mental Health
COVID-19 Map: Tracking Substance Usage During Coronavirus
Stress Busters
A must read for every line officer.
Stress Reliever
When can a firefighter’s stress cross into a debilitating post-traumatic stress disorder?
Not Without Warning: Firefighter suicides
A Father’s Grief
After his son’s battle with depression and eventual suicide, one chief officer questions his ability to lead.
Why is There Suicide in the Fire Service?
Suicide: A View From the Nozzle End of the Problem
When Serving Becomes Surviving: PTSD & Suicide in the Fire Service