Fortem

We support the mental health and wellbeing of first responders and their families - people who protect and care for our community.

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One year ago today, the township of Eugowra NSW faced severe flash flooding. During the disaster, members of the @NSWRFS worked alongside @NSWSES to keep the community safe.

We would like to express our deepest gratitude to all first responders involved in this recovery.

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Our thoughts go out to @StJohn_WA , their families, and the wider community following the loss of a paramedic responding to an emergency call this morning.

If you or someone you know needs support, please call @LifelineAust on 13 11 14. If there is immediate danger, call 000.

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Every year at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, we pause in silence to remember and acknowledge those who have died protecting our nation during wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations.

Learn more here: https://t.co/cQmSve5vp4

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We recently joined @DFES_WA , @WA_Police and @StJohn_WA to walk 5km to raise awareness and funds for @Movember 🏃

60 men are lost to suicide every hour, so we have committed to walking 60km in November and continuing the conversation about available supports for men.

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To our first responder families in Melbourne 📣

We are delighted to announce our 4-week Movember Bootcamp starting Wednesday 15th November, which includes strength and conditioning sessions designed to help achieve your health and wellness goals: https://t.co/zNuiGTAH2Y

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Have your say 📣

We have teamed up with @Deakin to host a 1-hour virtual research project to explore the experiences of first responders who have participated in our wellbeing activities and discuss the effect it had on their wellbeing.

Get involved: https://t.co/AD4Qc5lDPO

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Having a toolkit of resources to support you in mitigating the risks of trauma can help build resilience against future stressors. Our newest resource is designed to give an overview of the various types of trauma that can impact first responders: https://t.co/4fErMaW0TE💪

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"This kind of job has an impact, and it takes bravery and strength to put your hand up and ask for help."
Our Regional Manager for QLD, Danny Staton, spoke to ABC about the intensifying bushfire season and the support we provide to strengthen the resilience of first responders 💪

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As first responders stand on the front lines to protect us from bushfires, we are reminded that it is important to prioritise their wellbeing.

First responder work can also cause spillover stress for families. A balanced life is the best PPE you can have:https://t.co/pKBOhpr546

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Meet Michelle Edgar, Director of Fortem's Career Management team! 💪

Through her first-hand experience in the Police Force, Michelle fostered an in-depth understanding of the first responder community she continues to work with today. Read more: https://t.co/SK1oCn6OJd

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We are very excited to announce our newest ambassador, Dr. Richard Magtengaard!

Richard is a Consultant Psychiatrist with 25 years of clinical and administrative experience. Richard is passionate about advancing the wellbeing of first responder families: https://t.co/aXp8UIdkIL

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Emergency work can cause significant spillover stress in first responder families. This is why they also need support, provided in a way that serves the unique challenges faced👏

Our wellbeing activities exist to bring first responder families together: https://t.co/jWHDvvb0b6

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As bushfires burn across the country, we must keep the wellbeing of our first responders in mind 👏

Our aim at Fortem is to enhance the resilience of our dedicated first responders on the front lines of disaster-affected regions. Latest news: https://t.co/EWbKKpNwbF

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Recently, we visited @QLDPolice Brisbane POLAIR unit to teach a clay and connection class! 🎨

Our wellbeing activities are designed to advance the resilience of first responders and their families. Find out more here: https://t.co/KOoRNm9mVq

#firstresponders #fortem

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First responders have a higher chance of involvement with critical events, which can increase their levels of stress. Having a support network that is prepared to help can be a powerful tool for reducing the impact 👏

Read more here:https://t.co/OBXdXwceAs

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Our Senior Clinician, Dominic Hilbrink recently authored an article for the Australian Journal of Emergency Management on the importance of social connection for resilience:https://t.co/KD7jACIPaf

This is a core element of our wellbeing activities for first responder families👏

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Today, our thoughts are with firefighters in Queensland while they battle ongoing bushfires amid the spring heatwave 🚒

As they stand on the front lines, we are reminded that it is vitally important to prioritise their wellbeing.

@QLDFES

https://t.co/D6u8ELjv5M

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Exercise has been shown to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression by over 32% 👏 So why not support first responders while supporting yourself by participating in a marathon or fun run? https://t.co/LMnvhmhevq

Funds raised will help us support more first responders.

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Did you know that 79% of our wellbeing activity participants said the activity enhanced their social connection? Social connectedness helps to protect us against the effects of exposure to trauma. This is why it's a core aspect of our services. More: https://t.co/MXotd83cpS 👈

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With bushfires burning across the country, it is vital to prepare for what may be an emotionally taxing time of the year for first responders 💪

Having a toolkit of strategies to bolster your wellbeing may help cushion the challenging period: https://t.co/hC3PLEF7LT