Ready for Action: Enhancing Firefighter Mental Readiness and Resilience

LION Fire to Light

Recorded July 30, 2024 | Watch Now!

This Webcast delves into the latest strategies and preventative mental health initiatives specifically tailored for firefighters. With LION’s commitment to keeping firefighters ready for action, this webcast underscores the importance of mental readiness alongside physical readiness. Brandon Evans, founder of Fire to Light, will share valuable insights and practical tools to help first responders build resilience, manage stress, and maintain their mental well-being. The webcast will highlight real-life stories and evidence-based practices designed to foster a supportive environment within fire departments. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the psychological challenges faced by firefighters and learn effective methods for early intervention and ongoing mental health support. Join us in this vital conversation to ensure our heroes are not only physically equipped but also mentally prepared to face the demands of this noble profession.

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