To provide education regarding the effects of repeated exposure to trauma while on the job as a first responder. To teach, demonstrate, and practice simple and effective resiliency skills that will improve quality of life and job satisfaction.
EMS Week 5/18-24: Tuesday is EMS Safety Day – To promote safety for the EMS professional, the patient, and the public, Safety Day encourages first responders to focus on risk prevention rather than possible negative outcomes and aims to advance safety measures for both the community and the profession. This is a great day to highlight stress reduction, self-care, and mental health awareness programs.