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.
Covid-19 Resources for First Responders
Services
We offer the following services to first responders, families, and agencies.
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.
Peer Support Team Training
We offer training to peer support teams in:
Basic Peer Support
Advanced Peer Support
Group Crisis Intervention (ICISF)
and others.
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.
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.
Upcoming Events
Fri, Oct 29West Des MoinesOct 29, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CDTWest Des Moines, 250 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USAWest Des Moines Police will be hosting the first quarterly Central Iowa Regional Peer Support Meeting on Friday, October 29 from 1300-1500. The meeting will be held at the WDMPD at 250 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50265.
Contact Us
Peer Support Foundation
Mailing Address:
8805 Chambery Blvd. Suite #300 #208, Johnston, IA 50131
515-978-1078