Fort Bliss Federal Fire Fighters F-299

09/17/2026

One difficult call. One sleepless night. One more burden carried in silence.

Over time, it all adds up.

During Su***de Prevention Month—and throughout the entire year—take the time to check on your firefighters. Ask the question, listen to the answer, and remind them they never have to carry the weight alone.

Chuck Sullivan-AFFI President Kurt Snow - AFFI Secretary/Treasurer Chris Coats AFFI Vice-President

08/16/2026

❗WEBINAR ALERT ❗

Retirement is about more than just leaving a job. It's also stepping away from a career of service and the firehouse family.

Join the IAFF Center of Excellence for its next webinar "Creating a Life Worth Living Post-Retirement from the Fire Service," to explore ways to navigate leaving the job.

The session will be led by licensed psychotherapist Jennifer Weaver and COE's Myrrhanda Jones.

📅August 20
⏰ 12–1:30 p.m. ET
💰 Free

Register: https://brnw.ch/21x4YbP

07/17/2026

07/10/2026

🔥 Real stories. Real recovery. 🤝

Join the IAFF Center of Excellence to hear alumni share their recovery stories, learn to recognize the signs of alcohol use disorder, and explore the path to recovery.

📅 Wednesday, July 15
🕑 12-1:30 p.m. ET
🖥️ Zoom
🔗 https://brnw.ch/21x42hw

06/11/2026

🔥 What happens inside the station affects what happens on the call.

The IAFF Center of Excellence is hosting a free webinar exploring how trust, organizational culture, psychological safety, and institutional betrayal shape the mental health of fire fighters and first responders.

📅 June 18 | 12–1:30 p.m. ET | Free
➡️ Register: https://brnw.ch/21x3hh3

06/05/2026

🔥🎗️ June is .

The stress of the job doesn't always end when the call is over. If you or a fellow member are struggling, help is available.

Explore resources for members ➡️ iaff.org/behavioral-health

06/04/2026

🚒💪 Taking care of yourself is part of staying ready for the next call.

comes with higher risks, including:

🔥 Heart disease
🧠 Behavioral health challenges
🧬 Cancer linked to toxic exposure
🛏️ Sleep disruption from shift work

Here are some steps you can take for to keep you active and healthy.

✔️ Schedule a full physical
✔️ Talk with your doctor about occupational risks
✔️ Put your mental health first. If you need support, you’re not alone.
✔️ Strengthen decon and hygiene practices
✔️ Support healthier habits within your crew

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05/31/2026

Us Army FBFD "Large Dept of the Year 2005"