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Setting the Standard for Peer Support Programs

The Peer Support Foundation was formed to provide standardized practice and training to public safety professionals in relation to peer support concepts and critical incident stress.  We offer individual assistance to first responders, agency consultation, and training in peer support concepts.  This training is specifically designed for law enforcement, fire fighters, and EMS personnel.  Call today for more information.

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Services

We offer the following services to first responders, families, and agencies.

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Pre-Incident Education

We offer training's tor first responders and agencies in the following areas:
-Psychology of the First Responder

-Surviving Deadly Force Encounters
-First Responder Suicide Awareness
-Executive Leadership Training

-and more.

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Peer Support Team Training

We offer training to peer support teams in:
Basic Peer Support
Advanced Peer Support
Group Crisis Intervention (ICISF)
and others.

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Individual and Family Resources

At times families feel left alone when their first responder is in crisis. We can offer resources to individuals and family members through the journey of healing.

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Agency Consultation

Critical Incidents can easily overwhelm agencies no matter the size. With our expreinced team members, we offer tailored consultation for agencies on how to best handle critical incidents. This will allow for first responders to heal. Unaddressed and non-validated responses to critical incidents can be detrimental to an agency.

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Upcoming Events

  • CISM Individual Crisis Intervention and Group Crisis Intervention (GRIN - ICISF Training Course)
    CISM Individual Crisis Intervention and Group Crisis Intervention (GRIN - ICISF Training Course)
    Wed, Sep 14
    Marion Fire Department #1
    Sep 14, 8:00 AM CDT – Sep 16, 4:00 PM CDT
    Marion Fire Department #1, Irish Dr, Marion, IA 52302, USA
    CISM GRIN Training for a price of $350 per person located at the Marion Iowa Fire Department. Seating is limited.
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  • 2022 First Responder Wellness Conference
    2022 First Responder Wellness Conference
    Wed, Sep 21
    West Des Moines
    Sep 21, 8:00 AM CDT – Sep 23, 1:00 PM CDT
    West Des Moines, 205 S 64th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
    2022 First Responder Wellness Conference presented by the Peer Support Foundation and the Iowa Fraternal Order of Police
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  • 2022 First Responder Gala
    2022 First Responder Gala
    Sat, Oct 22
    The Rewind West Des Moines by Hilton
    Oct 22, 6:00 PM
    The Rewind West Des Moines by Hilton, 6075 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
    ALL FIRST RESPONDERS!!! The first-ever First Responder Gala will be held at the luxurious Rewind West Des Moines Hotel. The event will feature a national keynote speaker Travis Howze, enjoy a fancy meal, a comedian, dancing, and more. You will not want to miss this!!!
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Contact Us

Peer Support Foundation

Mailing Address:
8805 Chambery Blvd. Suite #300 #208, Johnston, IA 50131

iowapsf@gmail.com

515-978-1078