1st Watch Wellness

09/04/2026

Su***de prevention doesn’t start with having all the right answers. It starts with knowing what to look for and being willing to act.

Recognize the warning signs.
Respond by checking in, listening, and asking directly when you’re concerned.
Refer them to the appropriate support and resources.

For first responders, looking out for one another is already part of the job. The 3 R’s provide a simple framework for carrying that same awareness into conversations about mental health.

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09/01/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month: a reminder that some of the most important conversations are the ones we have before a crisis. 💙

For first responders, strength often means being the person others rely on. But carrying the weight of the job doesn’t mean you have to carry it alone.

Check in on your people. Make space for honest conversations. Know the signs. And remember that asking for help is a step toward staying healthy, connected, and present for the people who matter most.

This month, let’s focus on building a culture where reaching out is supported, conversations about mental health are welcomed, and no one feels like they have to struggle alone.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or thoughts of su***de, call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

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08/27/2026

🚨 NEXT WEEK!

Join 1st Watch Wellness & Draper Police Department for a FREE Peer Support Training designed for first responders looking to strengthen their skills, support their teams, and build effective peer support within their agencies.

📅 Tuesday, September 1, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Draper Police Station
🎤 Presented by Matt Quackenbush, LCSW | Director of Education & Training, 1st Watch Wellness

This training is open to first responders across Utah whether you're already part of a peer support team or looking to become more involved.

There’s still time to register! Tag or share this with someone who should be in the room.

🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995476959302?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/25/2026

The 1st Watch Wellness team had the pleasure of spending four incredible days with Vancouver Fire Department! 🚒

We’re grateful for the warm welcome, hospitality, and time spent connecting with their crews throughout our visit. It was a privilege getting to know so many of the men and women who serve the Vancouver community.

We’re excited to officially welcome Vancouver Fire Department to the 1st Watch family and look forward to continuing to build this partnership! 💙

08/19/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us last week for our Resilience & Leadership Training with Matt Quackenbush! 🙌

We learned a lot, strengthened our leadership skills, and had plenty of fun along the way. Your energy, participation, and willingness to be there helped make the training such a success!

From all of us on the 1st Watch Team, thank you for showing up, getting involved, and making it a great experience.

We’re already looking forward to the next one and we hope to see you there!

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08/18/2026

Preparation builds confidence. Resilience keeps us moving forward.

Join us virtually this Sunday for a special training with clinician Natalie Summit focused on Preparation & Resilience.

This training is open to everyone, with a special invitation to first responders and their families. Bring your family, invite a friend, and join us for a conversation designed to strengthen, equip, and encourage.

📅 Sunday August 23rd, 3-4pm MDT

We hope to see you there!

Reserve your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995789583369?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/05/2026

Every golfer on the course and every sponsor behind the event helps move this mission forward.

The Help 4 Heroes Golf Tournament is almost here! Registration is still open.

Join us on August 13 and help make this year's tournament one to remember.

⛳ Auction & Dinner: August 12
⛳ Golf Tournament: August 13

Visit the link in our bio to register or learn more.

08/04/2026

⏰ Just one week left to register!

Join us for a FREE Resilience & Leadership Training on August 11 and gain practical, evidence-based strategies to build resilience, prevent burnout, and strengthen leadership.

Whether you're a first responder, clinician, leader, or community member, this training offers tools you can apply immediately—both personally and professionally.

✅ Free to attend
🎓 CEUs available for clinicians
🚓 POST/EMS credit eligible for first responders pending dept. approval

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in yourself and your team!

📅 August 11, 2026
📍 SLCC Miller Campus | Sandy, UT

🔗 Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1st-watch-wellness-resilience-leadership-training-tickets-1990812393460?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/03/2026

08/01/2026

Strong teams don't wait for a crisis to prioritize wellness.

This month, we're sharing simple, practical strategies to help first responders and their families build resilience, strengthen connections, and prepare for life's inevitable challenges.

Join us throughout August as we focus on proactive wellness.

💙 Together, we can build stronger, healthier communities.