Books & Guides

Emergency Services Foundation: Families Guide

Developed by the Emergency Services Foundation, Victoria, Australia, this Guide is intended to help families of emergency service workers – especially families of volunteers.

Summary of A Guide for Retirees

A printable, one-page summary of A Guide for Retirees to assist first responders to mentally prepare for a healthy and fulfilling retirement.

Family Night Facilitator Guide

In recognition of the importance of family in the resilience of first responders, and for the well-being of family members themselves, first responder organizations will host family nights to …

A Guide for Retirees

This guide offers first responders information on the potential mental health challenges that may arise, strategies to cope with these challenges, considerations for finding new purpose, and ways to …

Homewood Health COVID-19: Pandemic Toolkit

As Covid-19 continues to rapidly evolve with increasing measures from federal and provincial governments, including local health authorities to curb the spread and risk of infection within our personal …

Guidance for Peer Support – Checking In With Quarantined and Isolated Members

The International Association of Fire Fighters has produced this guide on creating infrastructure to conduct outreach to quarantined and isolated members and suggestions for what to cover in outreach …

Helping Your Family Cope With COVID-19

The International Association of Fire Fighters has produced this advice on how to help your family cope.

What to Expect During Quarantine or Isolation

The International Association of Fire Fighters has produced this advice on emotional reactions to and coping with, quarantine or isolation.

Letter to Police and Fire re: Self Isolation post exposure

Advice to police and fire departments and their members regarding self-isolation precautions related to the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Supporting Mental Health in First Responders: A Guide for Families

A guide for families to support mental health in first responders.