EMS, Fire, and Police are necessary for the health and safety of our communities. Join Jennifer Russell, active duty paramedic/firefighter, department administrator, and instructor, as she interviews other active duty public service members and officials. The mission is to understand better the medical, fire, and police services, the challenges they are tackling, and what can be done to ensure our departments and teams are healthy and strong into the future.
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EMS, Fire, and Police are necessary for the health and safety of our communities. Join Jennifer Russell, active duty paramedic/firefighter, department administrator, and instructor, as she interviews other active duty public service members and officials. The mission is to understand better the medical, fire, and police services, the challenges they are tackling, and what can be done to ensure our departments and teams are healthy and strong into the future.
Innovative Protocols for Post-Shift Recovery Exploring Wellness and Recovery for First Responders
A Duty To Act
1 hour 8 minutes 18 seconds
1 year ago
Innovative Protocols for Post-Shift Recovery Exploring Wellness and Recovery for First Responders
Summary
Mike Wisler, a captain at the Everett Fire Department, discusses his transition from counseling to the fire service, the importance of mental and physical health in the first responder service, and his innovative protocols for post-shift recovery. He emphasizes the impact of relationships and the need for a holistic approach to well-being. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to wellness, recovery, and community building within first responder departments. It explores the importance of solitude, restorative activities, and the creation of a wellness center. The discussion also delves into the physiological and mental benefits of activities like sauna, cold plunges, and cycling, as well as the impact of community involvement on overall well-being.
A Duty To Act
EMS, Fire, and Police are necessary for the health and safety of our communities. Join Jennifer Russell, active duty paramedic/firefighter, department administrator, and instructor, as she interviews other active duty public service members and officials. The mission is to understand better the medical, fire, and police services, the challenges they are tackling, and what can be done to ensure our departments and teams are healthy and strong into the future.
