Stress Management

The Saratoga County team's goal is to help firefighters, EMS providers and police with mental health needs as soon as possible after critical incidents

The job of first responders can be rewarding, but it can also be difficult; learn how to combat stress on the job

Members can access crisis assistance plus resources for a variety of issues such as stress, family conflict, financial or legal concerns, addiction, grief and more

In one study, “demonstrating respect” was identified as the top leadership quality for creating commitment and engagement among members

Conquer stressful calls, identify treatment challenges and pitfalls, and use technology to its best potential to save lives this summer and beyond

Firefighters, EMS providers, police and other public safety workers often pursue relatively risky pastimes that can impact their work as well as their families

Albany organizations have in-house counselors and debriefing sessions

Researchers have developed a systems-level checklist to address stress and violence affecting fire-based EMS responders

How to best manage our high-stress, time-compressed working conditions to control fight-or-flight response

Summarizing the primary treatments currently being used to treat firefighters experiencing PTSD

How to communicate with your family after a tragedy or difficult shift

Four common behavioral symptoms exhibited by firefighters suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder

Know the four EQ skills that can help build your awareness and empathy – and ultimately make you a better crewmember

Heroes Comfort will cover all costs for those agencies that get dogs

“Sadly, this isn’t the last time we will see these headlines, but for us, today, put the tourniquet away and focus on the heart and soul of those in our charge.”