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Peer Support
A collection of articles related to peer support issues for first-responders at public-safety agencies.
Faith for the Frontline First-Responder
Chaplaincy in 911 will change the fabric of Emergency Communication Centers nationwide.
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 18, 20245 min read
Transforming Trauma into Triumph in 911
My life story is filled with trauma, leading me unexpectedly to a career where I help people during their most challenging moments.
Ryan Dedmon
Oct 25, 20244 min read
A New Perspective on Peer Support
If you had told me I would be writing an article on peer support and mental health, I would have laughed at you.
Ryan Dedmon
Jan 12, 20244 min read
Be in Someone’s Corner
Imagine a world where everyone is in everyone’s corner, and we all want each other to genuinely succeed.
Ryan Dedmon
Oct 9, 20235 min read
Mindbase and 911 Training Institute Announce Partnership to Advance Responder Mental Health
Two 9-1-1 industry leaders have joined forces to advance best practices in supporting the mental health of emergency responders.
Ryan Dedmon
Jun 7, 20232 min read
First Responder Culture: Finding a Healthy Balance
First responder culture is essential to the profession and should be valued, but it’s important to be mindful of potential issues...
Ryan Dedmon
Feb 18, 20236 min read
Leave it All on the Court
I am approaching my 5-year mark as a 9-1-1 dispatcher and I'm beginning to see similarities between it and my athletic career.
Ryan Dedmon
Aug 15, 20223 min read
The History of the Florida Telecommunicator Emergency Response Taskforce
Florida TERT is a team of highly trained dispatchers who deploy after major emergencies to provide mutual aid and peer support.
Ryan Dedmon
Apr 26, 20225 min read
Retired Dispatcher who Survived Suicide Attempt Now Helps Other First-Responders do the Same
A retired police dispatcher who survived her own suicide attempt now helps other first-responders do the same as a Public Safety Advocate.
Ryan Dedmon
Mar 6, 202210 min read
Peer Support Saved My Life
I am in a much better place now. It took me years to get here but I put in the hard work needed for my healing.
Ryan Dedmon
Jan 18, 20224 min read
A Remembrance of September 11th
I remember exactly where I was that fateful morning...
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 29, 20204 min read
You're Invited! 911der Women Celebrates First Birthday
A group of women in the 9-1-1 industry have formed a special community and they just celebrated their first birthday.
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 29, 20204 min read
In a Sea of Blue Comes a Rainbow
An openly gay public-safety dispatcher shares his experiences to celebrate Pride Month.
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 29, 20204 min read
Mental Health Insights for 9-1-1 Professionals
Mental health professionals share their insights about what Mental Health Awareness Month should mean to 9-1-1 dispatchers.
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 29, 20207 min read
9-1-1 Stories for Mental Health Awareness Month
9-1-1 professionals share inspirational stories of survival to encourage others to seek appropriate help and treatment.
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 29, 202014 min read
First-Responders Share their Stories for 2019 Mental Health Awareness Month
First-responders share their stories of survival and healing in support of national "Mental Health Awareness Month".
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 26, 202012 min read
Peer Support Team at St. Joseph County 911 is Hard at Work
Since its formation last Fall, the Peer Support Team at St. Joseph County 9-1-1 has activated and responded to help other nearby agencies.
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 26, 20204 min read
Bulletin Board Changes Culture at Calhoun County 911
Calhoun County Consolidated Dispatch Authority uses a bulletin board to help create a positive culture in their communications center.
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 26, 20205 min read
The Resilient 9-1-1 Professional is Available for Purchase
The Resilient 9-1-1 Professional is available for purchase!
Ryan Dedmon
Dec 16, 20201 min read
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