Stronger Together
Peer-based support
The Burn Fund is proud to contribute funds to the ground-breaking BC Fire Fighter Resiliency Program. This peer-based program offers tools for fire fighters to improve their resilience and well-being.
The BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Association (BCPFFA) is a leader in mental health advocacy. This program is a partnership between the BCPFFA, Dr. Duncan Shields and Dr. David Kuhl from The Blueprint at UBC’s Faculty of Medicine.
Program Information
Various dates
With expert and peer guidance, participants are led through self-exploration and skills development for those looking to strengthen their operational stress competence and capacity at any stage of their career.
The 3.5-day program brings together 8 First Responder participants, with professional facilitators and 2 teams lead First Responders who have completed the program.
If you have or are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or visit your local hospital.
Eligibility
- Location: UBC Loon Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre – Maple Ridge.
- Facilitators: Dr. Duncan Shields PhD and Dr. David Kuhl, MD, PhD
- Visit: BC Fire Fighter Resiliency Program to learn more.
Contact
BC Fire Fighter Resiliency Program
Learn more about the BC Fire Fighter Resiliency Program.
Related News
Read about the latest news at the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund.
