Are you wondering how wellness impacts your performance and safety on the job? If so, you’re not alone — many first responders overlook the comprehensive nature of wellness and its vital role in maintaining readiness. This is why First Responder Wellness Week 2026 focuses on total wellness for true readiness.
What does total wellness really mean?
As first responders, you face unpredictable, high-stakes situations every day. Your ability to perform effectively hinges on your physical, mental, emotional, social and financial health — all interconnected and vital for safety and decision-making. Your wellness is part of a larger system — a combination of leadership, culture, daily habits and support structures that create an environment where you can perform your best and recover fully. Recognizing that wellness is a system rather than a quick fix is the first step toward meaningful change.
Take action — today
Participate in First Responder Wellness Week 2026, March 23-27. Encourage your crew, colleagues, friends and family to do so as well. Here’s where to begin:
- Visit Lexipol’s First Responder Wellness Week resource center.
- Register for one of our upcoming Wellness Week webinars:
- Watch FireRescue1 for additional Wellness Week tools and resources.
Remember, total wellness isn’t an endpoint; it’s a continuous process of care, support and culture.
