Peer Support

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our mission

Supporting those who serve

The PFFUI Peer Support Network is dedicated to fostering a culture of trust and confidentiality by providing unwavering support to our statewide membership. Through outreach initiatives, we strive to create a safe space for open dialogue, offering education and resources to promote mental health awareness, resilience, and personal well-being for our fire fighters, EMTs, paramedics, and 911 dispatch family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your mental well-being, safety, and confidentiality are our top priorities. We do not report to any administration. Find answers to common questions about our mission, services, and how we support fire fighters, EMTs, paramedics, and 911 dispatchers.

Why Peer Support?

Peer Support is assistance provided by a trained individual or group of trained fire fighters and emergency responders who answer the call to their brothers and sisters in need, regardless of the need. These values are upheld by an understanding that we have a calling to care for all fire fighters, emergency responders and civilian staff equally, and that we are all deserving of genuine support by our peers.

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What is the Peer Support Network?

The Peer Support Network strives to provide PFFUI affiliate local leaders and members information on resources available to assist in a critical incident, peer support program start-up, and offer direct resources for members in need of culturally competent services for stress, addiction and dependency.
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The Network offers coordination of training opportunities through the IAFF Peer Support Trainer Program and other behavioral health specialists.

A Network of experienced coordinators identifying, vetting and develop resources specific to our membership needs throughout the PFFUI. The Network also strives to communicate wellness events, information, training opportunities for PeerSupporters, union leadership and while maintaining inventory of available resources for our Peer Support Teams and members across the statewide union.

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How can I access Peer Support services?

You can access Peer Support services by reaching out directly to a Peer Support Network Coordinator. They are available to provide guidance, resources, and confidential support. Additionally, you can contact the IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery at www.IAFFRecoveryCenter.com or call 855-900-8437 for immediate assistance.

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What types of support does the Peer Support Network provide?

The Peer Support Network provides a range of support services, including:

‍Emotional Support: Confidential, peer-to-peer conversations with trained fire fighters and emergency responders.

‍Resource Guidance: Access to culturally competent resources for mental health, stress management, addiction, and dependency.

‍Critical Incident Support: Assistance for local affiliates during critical incidents to ensure members have the support they need.

‍Training and Education: Access to training opportunities through the IAFF Peer Support Trainer Program and other behavioral health specialists.

‍Wellness Resources: Information on wellness events, training opportunities, and tools to support the mental well-being of members and Peer Support Teams.

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Peer Support

Network Coordinators

Our Peer Support Network is organized by district to ensure every member has access to the support they need, when they need it. The following map highlights each district across the state, making it easy to identify your area. Each district is supported by dedicated Network Coordinators, whose names and contact information are listed below. These coordinators are here to provide confidential guidance, resources, and support tailored to the unique needs of fire fighters, EMTs, paramedics, and 911 dispatchers in your district. Your mental well-being, safety, and confidentiality are always our top priorities.

Contact Peer Support Coordinator