You confront trauma, stress and danger every day as you

respond to emergencies. The pandemic has added to

an already tough job.Let us help.

NAMI has joined the #FirstRespondersFirst

initiative to support our frontline public safety

professionals. You are not alone.

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Peer StoriesFind encouragement and support from fellow frontline professionals at nami.org/frontlinewellness

Support your peers by sharing your story and offering encouragement through our website or on social media. Upload videos or post to social media and tag @NAMICommunicate with the hashtags #NotAlone and #FirstRespondersFirst.You can also submit a story at nami.org/shareyourstory

Ready to Access ResourcesNAMI Frontline Wellness offers a variety of ready to access resources, as well as information and support for Frontline Professionals.

Peer Support Can Be invaluableYour peers are standing by, ready to listen and help. Easy to access peer support resources are available. You are not alone.

Add Tools to Build ResilienceYou are taking care of your health by eating well and exercising. Take care of your mental health too, with tips, tools and resources to build resilience and reduce the effects of stress and trauma.

Resource OptionsHaving information to use and share with your colleagues is important. Explore NAMI Frontline Wellness to find tools and resources that work for you.

Visit www.nami.org/FrontlineWellness

You are no stranger to stress and trauma. Shiftwork is tough, you risk personal safety every day, and worrying about COVID-19 has only compounded your usual day to day stressors.

If you are experiencing any of these signs, please don’t wait to find support:

• Withdrawal, or self-isolation from friends,family and colleagues

• Marked changes in mood, increased sadness

• Increased or excessive substance use

• Aggressive, impulsive or reckless behavior

• Comments or thoughts about suicide

• Feelings of being out of control

• Difficulty with concentration and usual activities

• Issues with sleep

Don’t let career and privacy concerns, or stigma prevent you from seeking support. There is no reason to suffer alone.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers free, confidential crisis counseling 24/7/365. 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Crisis Text Line offers free 24/7 mental health support. Text “10-18” to 741741.

There is always hope. You are not alone.

Professional support is available – free and confidential.There are several options to choose from that offer free, confidential support staffed with professionals who understand your job demands.

The NAMI Helpline | www.nami.org/helpThe NAMI Helpline provides confidential, professional support to anyone who needs it. Contact us between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET at 800-950-6264 or text 10-18 to 741741 at anytime.

911 At Ease International | www.911aei.org 911 At Ease International provides access to counseling for first responders and families, including police, fire, paramedics, emergency medical personnel and other essential agencies.

Responder Strong | www.responderstrong.org Responder Strong offers support for all emergency responders and their families including referrals,reself-help tools and educational resources.

Next Rung | www.nextrung.orgNext Rung links firefighter and first responders to professional or peer support resources.

Bulletproof | www.bulletproof.orgBulletproof lets you use your agency’s code to find confidential and anonymous resources that offercolaw enforcement professionals, and their families, mental health and wellness resources.

For more information and additional resources, go to www.nami.org/FrontlineWellness