First Responder Wellness Week is dedicated to providing resources, support and community to help public safety personnel better understand the mental and physical health risks that come with the job.
Join Lexipol, FireRescue1 and our partners from March 24-28, 2025, to focus on your health and promote the wellness of your personnel. Each day we’ll focus on a different topic, providing shift briefing videos, webinars, articles, podcasts and more, all within the overarching theme of being “Fit for Duty, Fit for Life.”
Wellness Week Webinars
How personal connections can strengthen on- and off-duty resilience
Exercises, techniques, and routines designed to maximize readiness, prevent injuries and boost resilience
You face enough challenges in your career — this webinar will help you simplify your finances and secure your future with confidence
Find your inner-chef with these recipes written, compiled and taste-tested by fellow first responders
Retired fire chief Pat Kenny shows how vulnerability, empathy, and hope transform mental-health struggles and profound loss into resilient, compassionate leadership
Reaching out for help is a strong, responsible choice that underscores both professional dedication and a commitment to personal well-being
Summer is great for a lot of activities, but sometimes the heat can put a damper on your workout ambitions
By following actionable steps before, during and after a vacation, firefighters can embrace the therapeutic power of detachment and fortify their resilience
While these schedules provide a certain degree of flexibility, they can wreak havoc on personnel wellness
While often present in public safety culture, gallows humor is a double-edged tool — providing momentary relief but carrying emotional risks if left unchecked
The FireRescue1 community asked several great questions during our recent live podcast focused on firefighter therapy
Scrolling can’t save you — but a conversation might
Easy tips for building a personal oasis at home where you can decompress, recharge and sustain your mental wellbeing
One study shows that injuries for firefighters working 48-hour shifts are highest during the second day of the shift
Learn what it takes to implement a successful, sustainable in-house therapy dog program
Learn how to choose the right pet for your shift schedule, energy level and emotional needs
When leaders prioritize their own well-being, they set the stage for a healthier, more resilient workforce
Resilience is not something you’re born with; rather, it’s a skill you can develop
Peer support teams are a proven tool, but not every agency has the staffing or budget to create and run their own
First responders across the country joined Lexipol in highlighting wellness themes focused on fitness, mental health, peer support and connection
There’s a fine line between coping and avoiding; which one are you engaged in?
Following up after a traumatic incident can make all the difference. These practical conversation starters help you show empathy and provide support without making it awkward.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing focuses on reducing the vividness and emotion associated with the traumatic memories
Forget protein bars — the best “exercise snack” happens in the patrol car, between calls or while restocking the rig
Are you really committed to the work or are you simply avoiding problems at home?
Commit to making small changes for a positive impact on your health and wellbeing
What first responders can learn about fatigue management from the U.S. Army’s doctrine on readiness
Don’t feel bad if your New Year’s resolutions didn’t last long because the calendar is full of opportunities for a new beginning, a do-over or a fresh start
It can be challenging to set time aside to keep a healthy mind and body; here’s our top 25 wellness tips for you to concentrate on this year
Shift your mindset and identity to achieve and maintain your objectives
When free of shift schedules, try these tips to get to sleep faster and achieve quality sleep
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