IAFF COE Webinar: Addressing Suicide in the Fire Service

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Speakers:

Molly Jones, LSW & Brandon Dreiman, Captain with Indianapolis Fire Department, Coordinator of Firefighter Wellness and Support for IFD, and IAFF Peer Support Instructor

Event Description:

This presentation will address the issue of suicide among fire service members and equip attendees with a greater understanding of how suicidal ideation develops, practical strategies for preventing suicide, what to do after a member attempts or dies by suicide, and overview the basics of safety planning. Molly Jones and Brandon Drieman will discuss the unique reasons why suicidal ideation develops in fire service members, identify risk and protective factors for suicide, and dispel myths or misconceptions about suicide. Molly and Brandon will explain the step-by-step process for assessing for warning signs, best practices for connecting members to helpful resources, and how to develop a safety plan for suicide.

This presentation is intended for members of the fire service, other types of first responders, family members, treatment providers, and members of the community who are interested in furthering their knowledge on suicide and suicide prevention.

Time: 12 PM - 1:30 PM ET

Any accommodations for a disability please email, [email protected]

The course is offered via Demio. The event is free of charge.

The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind treatment facility specializing in PTSD for professional fire service members who struggle with trauma, substance use, addiction and other related behavioral health challenges. It is a safe haven for members to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery and share experiences with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.

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