Every day, around the clock, our nation’s first responders give it their all. The job is uniquely rewarding. It’s also uniquely challenging, with physical, mental and emotional impacts.
First Responder Wellness Week is dedicated to providing resources, support and community to help public safety personnel better understand the mental and physical health risks that come with the job.
Join Lexipol, EMS1 and our partners from March 24 - March 28, 2025, to focus on your health and promote the wellness of your personnel. Each day we’ll focus on a different theme, providing videos, webinars, articles, podcasts, shareable resources and more.
FIRST RESPONDER WELLNESS WEEK WEBINARS
You face enough challenges in your career — this webinar will help you simplify your finances and secure your future with confidence
Exercises, techniques, and routines designed to maximize readiness, prevent injuries and boost resilience
How personal connections can strengthen on- and off-duty resilience
We’ll share actionable advice on how agencies can “lead through wellness.”
Dr. Cherylynn Lee shares practical tools such as early intervention strategies, stress management techniques, and frameworks for creating a culture of proactive and responsive
FIT FOR DUTY - FIT FOR LIFE
Building mental and physical resilience isn’t just important — it’s essential for EMS professionals. If your program isn’t gaining traction, these 5 roadblocks could be to blame.
By following actionable steps before, during and after a vacation, first responders can embrace the therapeutic power of detachment and fortify their resilience
While often present in public safety culture, gallows humor is a double-edged tool — providing momentary relief but carrying emotional risks if left unchecked
Scrolling can’t save you — but a conversation might
When it comes to food donations, having healthy options available can make a big difference in first responders’ choices
These tips, tools, products and services are designed to promote emotional and psychological resilience
It comes down to selecting the right members and training them in two key areas
Quick snacks to keep your energy levels up
If your home is not a place where you feel comfortable, consider reevaluating where you are putting all your time and energy
As a first responder, the unpredictable nature of your work shouldn’t extend to your home life; build strong family relationships with these recommendations
7 strategies for extending wellness resources to the unsung heroes at home
Understaffed, overworked first responders need robust wellness programs to combat stress
Lexipol places public safety wellness at the forefront with a week dedicated to education, community and support
Caffeine, supplements, cravings – our nutritionists break down their top tips
Better sleep is the best first responder countermeasure to shift work and fatigue
The more we can recognize and understand how our thoughts work, the better equipped we will be to break the habit
Leaders set the tone for agency culture across the board — including when it comes to wellness
Catastrophizing can actually cause more catastrophic results to you physically and mentally than the actual catastrophe you imagined
As “tactical athletes,” responders should focus on whole-body fitness to enhance their job performance
Take control of your recovery and wellbeing with this guide to creating your own plunge experience in the comfort of your home
Putting your body through heat-related stressors can help you adapt to the stress of working in EMS
Are you ready to take the plunge? Learn how ice bath therapy can benefit EMS providers in their everyday lives as well as on duty
When developing a peer support program, public safety agencies must consider the program from all angles and answer key questions
The role of the chaplaincy in emergency services
First Responder Wellness Week was designed to provide resources, support and community to help public safety personnel better understand the mental and physical health risks that come with the job
With evidence-based strategies, you can reduce your stress and avoid burnout
The Dallas Cowboys quarterback reminds first responders that “taking care of yourself mentally and physically is critical to serving, protecting and uplifting our communities”
Take our survey to measure how your department stacks up when it comes to supporting employees
Keeping a journal isn’t for everyone, but you can redefine what journaling means to you
What you think might be good for you could have hidden surprises
A quick scroll through these influencers’ pages will inspire you to get off the station couch and hit the gym – or at least consider it!
The Lexipol co-founder details the impetus for creating this health-focused event for all first responders
Many first responders avoid connection, but connecing with and confiding in someone who cares about us is proven to reduce stress
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