Resource Library for First Responders
We’ve curated a collection of trusted resources to support first responders and their families across mental health, recovery, resilience, and personal growth.
Recognize common situations and patterns.
A confidential way to check where you stand.
The resources provided on this page are offered for informational and educational purposes only. Inclusion of a resource or organization does not constitute or imply an endorsement, recommendation, or affiliation. We encourage you to review each organization and resource to determine whether it is appropriate for your needs.
What You’ll Find Here
Simple resources to help you check in and stay aware of changes over time.
Clear options for reaching out, including calling, peer support, and clinician connections.
Common indicators that something may be building beneath the surface.
Situations or patterns that signal it may be time to take a closer look.
Clear options for reaching out, including calling, peer support, and clinician connections.
Clinical & Residential Treatment Programs
For intensive support, trauma treatment, and recovery-focused care:
Specialized care focused on mental health and long-term recovery for first responders.
Residential treatment program designed specifically for first responders.
Advanced care for brain health, trauma recovery, and neurological support.
Comprehensive treatment programs with first responder-focused care options.
Retreat-based support focused on trauma recovery and peer connection.
Code4 Northwest Flyer
Share Code 4 Northwest with your agency, crew, coworkers, family, and community.
Print and Share
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Books
Perspectives on trauma, resilience, performance, and recovery:
The Body Keeps the Score
Bessel van der Kolk
Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers
Robert Sapolsky
Radical Compassion
Tara Brach
What Happened to You?
Bruce D. Perry
Man’s Search for Meaning
Viktor Frankl
Surviving the Shadows
Bob Delaney & Dave Scheiber
Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement
Kevin M. Gilmartin
Struggle Well
Ken Falk & Josh Goldberg
The Gift of Fear
Gavin de Becker
I Love a Cop
Ellen Kirschman
Waking the Tiger
Peter A. Levine & Ann Frederick
In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts
Gabor Maté
I Love a Firefighter
Ellen Kirschman
Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton
Taylor Baldwin, Kiland & Peter Fretwell
The Alchemist
Paulo Coelho
Dispatcher Stress: 50 Lessons on Beating Burnout
Adam Timm & Joe Serio
The Four Agreements
Don Miguel Ruiz
Relentless Courage
Shauna Springer & Michael Sugrue
The Upside of Stress
Kelly McGonigal
Radical Acceptance
Tara Brach
Mindfulness for Warriors
Kim Colegrove
Additional Resources
Cancer support, resources, and guidance for law enforcement officers and their families.
A closed AA meeting providing a safe space and shared support for nurses and doctors.
Other Resources
Trusted organizations and ongoing support platforms:
Provides behavioral health education, recovery resources, and peer support training specifically designed for firefighters and first responders.
Supports first responders and their families through mental health resources, wellness programs, and community-driven support initiatives.
Offers programs, workshops, and recovery resources focused on trauma, stress management, and long-term resilience for first responders.
Meditation & Breathwork
Focus on recovery, regulation, and mental clarity:
Structured meditation technique for deep rest and stress reduction.
Breathwork techniques designed for performance and stress control
Guided meditation, sleep support, and relaxation tools