Save the Date: Firefighter Health Forum

MnFIRE is proud to present the inaugural Firefighter Health Forum, a gathering of cardiac, cancer and mental health experts and fire service leaders to share the latest information, in-depth research and techniques related to firefighter health. This new event will create local and national opportunities for collaboration.

On the heels of the Minnesota legislature passing the most comprehensive firefighter well-being legislation in the nation, the Hometown Heroes Assistance Program, comes this first-ever educational forum specifically focused on protecting and supporting Minnesota firefighter health.

Join us in April!

This important and exclusive two-day symposium will take place April 22-23, 2022, at the JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America. The forum will feature four distinct tracks for fire service leaders, medical providers, mental health providers and peer supporters.

Stay tuned for more details, including registration information, session topics and more. If you have any questions in the meantime, contact MnFIRE’s Director of Program Delivery DeeDee Jankovich at djankovich@mnfireinitiative.com or call 888-784-6634.

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🚨 Calling all current and retired firefighters in or near Brainerd, Minnesota

We're currently seeking new MnFIRE training instructors – especially folks who live in or near Brainerd – to facilitate our free trainings on topics like cardiac, emotional wellness, cancer, sleep, and fitness & nutrition in communities like the Brainerd Lakes Area. These crucial trainings happen in tandem with our MnFIRE team, and we'd love your help.

If interested, please contact us at info@mnfireinitiative.com.
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🚨 Calling all cur

Happy #InternationalFirefightersDay to our phenomenal firefighters here in Minnesota and all around the world! We are so proud to support the fire service community through the Hometown Heroes Assistance Program. Thank a firefighter in your life today, and send this link their way: mnfireinitiative.com/hhap/ ... See MoreSee Less

Happy #International

Firefighters are exposed to traumatic stress at particularly high rates, and getting help from someone who has lived similar experiences can make all the difference. That's why MnFIRE peer supporters are here to provide confidential support to Minnesota firefighters, while acting as a bridge to outside professional services.

By providing emotional support outside of the traditional medical system, peer support directly reduces the culture of silence in the fire service that has all too often resulted in worsening mental health and suicide.

We've got your back. Visit our website or call 888-784-6634. mnfireinitiative.com/peer-support/

#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
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Firefighters are exp

If you haven't heard yet, our MnFORE Golf Tournament, presented by Schmidt and Salita Law Team, returns to Legends Club in Prior Lake, MN on Tuesday, July 14! 🏌️‍♂️

Hole sponsorships are still available! Consider leveraging this unique and meaningful promotional opportunity for your business or organization.

MnFORE fills up quickly, so reserve your spot today and support Minnesota firefighter health: mnfireinitiative.com/mnfore/
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If you havent heard

The fire service turned out with its most powerful showing yet for Fire Service Day at the Capitol on Monday, April 27. Over 130 fire service members and friends, including MnFIRE President Mike Dobesh, Interim Executive Director DeeDee Jankovich and board members Scott Vadnais, Ed Hoffman and Jen Elleraas, met with legislators to discuss important issues that impact firefighters statewide, including MnFIRE’s role in administering the Hometown Heroes Assistance Program. ... See MoreSee Less

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