10/10/2026
Today is World Mental Health Day.
Did you know SCVSAR has a Family Support Team that supports families during search and rescue operations? What you may not know is that this team is also here to support our volunteers during and after difficult missions.
Mental health is just as important as physical health in search and rescue. Our volunteers may face difficult situations, long hours, uncertainty, and outcomes that can stay with them long after a mission ends.
Having a safe place to debrief, talk, and spend time with people who understand what you've experienced can make a huge difference.
On World Mental Health Day, we want to remind our volunteers to take care of themselves, too. Take the time to debrief after a mission. Check in with yourself before responding to the next one. Reach out when you need support. And know that it's okay to not be okay.
Being mission ready isn't only about having the right gear or being physically prepared. It also means recognizing when you may not be at 100% and taking care of yourself before heading into the field. Your well-being matters not only for you, but for the teammates beside you.
And this reminder goes beyond SAR. Mental health matters for everyone. If you need help, reach out. Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.
A huge thank you to our Family Support Team and the mental health professionals who are there to support people when they need it most.
