NWI First Responder Peer Support Group

05/07/2026

🚨 REGISTER NOW – Don’t Miss This Event 🚨

Join us for the First Responders Mental Health Ball—an evening dedicated to honoring those who serve while bringing awareness to the importance of mental health in our first responder community.

📅 May 28, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Indiana Roof Ballroom

This powerful evening will bring together law enforcement, fire, EMS, dispatch, corrections, and community partners for a night of:

✨ Recognition & Appreciation
🧠 Mental Health Awareness
🤝 Connection & Community
🎉 Dinner & Celebration

💬 We show up for everyone else—this night is about showing up for YOU.

🎟️ Register now:
👉 icjaindiana.com

04/20/2026

Attention female veterans, female first responders and family members…

02/20/2026

Today, members of our Peer Support Team had the privilege of attending the Resource Fair celebrating the graduation of the newest members of the Lake County Crisis Intervention Team.

It was an incredible opportunity to extend our reach across public safety and connect with dedicated professionals who are committed to serving our community with compassion and professionalism. By being present, we continue building meaningful relationships and strengthening our network with mental and behavioral health providers throughout our region.

Partnerships like these matter. When first responders and behavioral health professionals stand shoulder to shoulder, we create a stronger safety net, not just for the community we serve, but for the responders who serve it.

Congratulations to the newest CIT graduates. We look forward to working alongside you as we continue supporting public safety with connection, collaboration, and care.

02/14/2026

Congratulations to the first responders who earned a Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) certification through the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF), this week. The training was facilitated by Jerry Baker, who has dedicated his life protecting others as a police officer and veteran. Several NWI peer support members completed the course in hopes of helping their fellow brothers and sisters to mitigate the psychological impact of traumatic events. Thank you, Jerry, for sharing your wisdom regarding first responder mental health with us. Your passion and dedication to the first responder community is inspiring. Thank you, Lake County Crisis Intervention Team, for sponsoring the training and to the Highland Police Department for hosting the event.

01/28/2025

01/13/2025

Motivation Monday......What does it mean to be human? As a first responder, we see humanity at its best and worst. We strive to improve things but in doing so we carry a burden that can become too heavy to bear. It's OK to be human and it takes courage to ask for help. We understand the burden and we have your back. We are here to listen and help. Contact us.

12/25/2024

To all the heroes working today. Stay safe and know we are thinking about you.

12/02/2024

Sometimes things don’t go the way you planned but it doesn’t mean you failed. Question is, will you fight through the struggle? We’re here for you. If you need help, reach out to us. We understand the struggles that you are going through. We have your back as you get back up and fight.

11/28/2024

From all of us at NWIFRPSG, have a safe Thanksgiving.

11/25/2024

Motivation Monday…who doesn’t need a little motivation at the beginning of the week? Whatever you may be facing this week know that you are enough and you are not alone. We’ve got your back. We are here to listen and help. Contact us.

11/13/2024

But seriously….check on your friends or co-workers. Do they need to vent? Do they just need a minute to express how they feel? You are not alone. We are here to listen. Reach out to us if you need assistance.