External Resources

These trusted resources are specifically for first responders. This curated list is intended to make it easier to find grounded, reliable support that understands the realities of first responder work when it’s needed most.

Anger Management

International Association of Fire Fighters

Who it’s for: Firefighters

Availability: Virtual

Cost: Free

Course Flyer: Anger Management Training for Fire Service Members

Crisis Support

Share the Load Fire/EMS Helpline

Who it’s for: Firefighters & EMS personnel

Availability: 24/7, confidential

Cost: Free

Phone: 1-888-731-3473

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Claremont Employee Assistance Program

Who it’s for: Oakland Firefighters

Phone: 1-800-834-3773

Website: Claremont EAP

Peer Support

Next Rung Peer Support Line

Who it’s for: First responders

Availability: 24/7, confidential

Cost: Free

Text: Text SUPPORT to 1-833-698-7864

Website: Next Rung

Relationship Support

Fire Family Foundation Pre-Marital Counseling

Services: 2 session program for firefighters & partners

Location: Virtual

Insurance: Free

Website: Premartial Support Sessions

Substance Use — Anonymous Meetings

Warrior Recovery

Who it’s for: Veterans & first responders

Format: Virtual meetings

Cost: Free

Website: Warrior Recovery

Substance Abuse Residential Programs for First Responders

First Responder Wellness - formerly Simple Recovery

Services: Residential, detox, aftercare

Location: Newport Beach, CA

Insurance: In-network

Phone: 1-888-743-0490

Website: First Responder Wellness

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