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Calling 912: First Responder Mental Health & Wellness

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DEKALB COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH BOARD

Join us for an invaluable class and training session open to Police, Fire, EMS, Dispatchers, and Nurses at the DeKalb County Farm Bureau in Sycamore, Illinois, where we delve into the often overlooked topic of mental health and wellness for our brave first responders.

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May 20, 2025

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8:30-12:30 pm

DeKalb County Farm Bureau

1350 West Prairie Drive
Sycamore, Illinois 60178

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

$100 PER PERSON + REGISTRATION FEES
Coffee, water, and light refreshments provided.

Event Overview

 

Our event, “Calling 912: First Responder Mental Health & Wellness” falls under the category of Class, Training, or Workshop, specially designed to address the unique mental health issues faced by our dedicated first responders. The sub-category of this event is Mental Health.

 

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

First responders face a barrage of stressful and traumatic experiences in their line of work, which can lead to severe mental health issues if not addressed. This workshop is a platform for first responders to learn about the importance of mental health, self-care, and wellness. The session will provide practical tools and techniques to manage stress, prevent burnout, and promote overall mental well-being.

 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This event is designed for all first responders, including emergency medical services personnel, firefighters, police officers, and others in the emergency services field. It’s also a beneficial session for family members and friends of first responders, who often provide the critical support needed during challenging times.

 

LET’S BREAK THE STIGMA

By participating in events like “Calling 912: First Responder Mental Health & Wellness”, we can help to break the stigma surrounding mental health in the first responder community. Together, we can promote a culture of understanding, compassion, and mutual support.

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

OUR SPEAKERS

Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas

Emergency Responders and Suicide: Helping the People Who Help the People

Melissa Joseph, MSW, LCSW

burnout and compassion fatigue

DR. BRIAN THOMPSON

Multidimensional Organizational Wellness Instrument

AGENDA

8:00 am Registration/Coffee
8:30 am Emergency Responders and Suicide:
Helping the People Who Help the People
10:00 am Break
10:15 am Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
11:15 am Break
11:30 am Multidimensional Organizational Wellness Instrument
12:30 pm Wrap-up/Survey

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