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Provider Directory Now Available
Access the Directory of Behavioral Health Professionals to find local providers ready and equipped to help firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and their families.
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Webinar: Professional Development for the Volunteer Fire Officer
Join the NVFC on October 14 at 6pm ET for this free webinar to understand how fire officers can help bring members home safely, earn credibility and respect, and competently handle their numerous tasks and details.
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COVID-19 Resources for Emergency Responders
As the spread of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) continues, the NVFC has established a webpage with links to information and resources that are relevant to emergency responders.
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Special Opportunities for Volunteers
The NVFC and our partners offer special opportunities for members of the fire, EMS, and rescue services. See what grants, scholarships, giveaways, scholarships, training, and discounts are available.
LEARN MOREHouse Passes HERO Act to Address Public Safety Behavioral Health
Sep 29, 2020:
On September 21, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Helping Emergency Responders Overcome (HERO) Act (H.R. 1646). The bill, which was introduced last year by Representatives Ami Bera (D-CA)...
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AFG-S Application Period to Open Soon
Sep 29, 2020:
The second round of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant COVID-19 Supplemental (AFG-S) program is anticipated to open next week. Volunteer and combination fire departments can apply for a grant to...
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Fire Prevention Week and Beyond: Engaging with Your Community During a Pandemic
Sep 29, 2020:
Fire Prevention Week (October 4-10) is fast approaching. Typically, this is a time for fire departments to connect with their communities, hold open houses, and distribute fire prevention and...
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Embracing the Future of the Fire Service
Sep 29, 2020:
Millennials are the future of the fire service. It is critical that we gain a better understanding of this generation, how our own attitudes and behaviors are creating barriers to their participation...
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Webinar: Professional Development for the Volunteer Fire Officer
Sep 29, 2020:
Officers have a critical role in taking care of their organization, both on the operations and administrative sides. Join the NVFC and Tom Merrill for this free webinar on October 14 at 6pm ET to...
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Free Course: Preventing & Coping with Suicide in the Fire & Emergency Services
Sep 29, 2020:
More firefighters die each year from suicide than in the line of duty. The NVFC is offering the course Preventing & Coping with Suicide in the Fire & Emergency Services FREE for a limited...
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