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‹ Member in Need

Peer Support and resources

Help that already exists, for you or for a member you're worried about. Everything here is confidential. If it's an emergency, call 911.

Right now

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988, any time, for you or for someone you're worried about. Free and confidential.
Safe Call Now
A 24-hour confidential line for first responders, answered by first responders.

Local 36

Ask Local 36 for help for a member
Trades, meals, a work day at the house, rides and chores. One form; Local 36 sets it up.

IAFF and fire-service programs

IAFF Center of Excellence
Treatment for IAFF members for PTSD, addiction and other behavioral-health issues. In Upper Marlboro, MD. 24/7 line.
Firefighter Cancer Support Network
A firefighter who has been through cancer is matched with you or your family member within days of a diagnosis. Toolbox, mentoring, no cost.
IAFF Foundation
Burn fund, disaster relief and scholarships for IAFF members and families.
DC Firefighters Burn Foundation
Support for burn survivors and their families in the DC area.

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