The Night I Almost Jumped...

By Paramedic Matt Giacopelli 

A look into some of the reasons why a first responder may contemplate, and ultimately complete, suicide. Case studies, including that of the speaker, will be presented. The stigma surrounding mental health in emergency services will be discussed. The audience will then learn about coping mechanisms, and some tips toward building resiliency in themselves, and those around them.

Audiences: All first responders (Police, Fire, EMS) and their families. 
​Running time: 60 minutes 

For information: jimgreen@mission-ready.org