First Responder Resilience Project

On May 14th, The Quell Foundation's First Responder Resilience Project (FRRP) headed to Martha's Vineyard for a screening of "First Responders Sound the Alarm" for the Martha's Vineyard Chiefs and Command Staff Training at the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association Conference. After the screening, our panelists, Frank Frederickson (Ret.) Director of Governmental Affairs, MA Fraternal Order of Police, Chief Thomas Fowler (Salisbury PD), and molly o'neil, wife of MA State Trooper Chris O’Neil (deceased) led a discussion aimed at fostering open dialogue about mental health within the first responder community. Their insights and expertise provided invaluable perspectives, helping to normalize these crucial conversations. A big thank you to Chief Randhi Belain (Aquinnah, MA PD) and the Martha's Vineyard Law Enforcement Council for making this event a success! Together we are #NormalizingTheConversation. #RemovetheStigma #mentalhealth #firstresponders #FRRP #FRSTA

We can't break barriers if we're unwilling to change. Let's start by having open conversations to #ReduceTheStigma around mental health within the first responder community. #mentalhealth #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch

Remember: strength lies in resilience. Take a moment to prioritize your mental well-being. You've got this! #mentalhealth #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch #resilience

Finding calm amidst chaos, this Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #mentalhealth #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch

Today marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Month. It's time to step up and prioritize your mental well-being. Let's break the stigma and show strength in seeking support. #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthadvocate #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch

Stay positive, good things will follow. #mondaymotivation #mentalhealth #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch

Take time to recharge, relax, and reconnect with yourself. You deserve it. #SelfCare #MentalHealth #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch

True strength means persevering and thriving in the aftermath, not just in moments of crisis. #mentalhealth #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch

Join the FRRP in our mission to provide necessary mental health support to our first responders. Together, we can make a difference! To learn more about how you can get involved, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eJ3bwTVB #mentalhealth #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch #volunteeropportunities

On Tuesday, April 9th, the Cape & Islands Critical Incident Support Team (CIST) hosted the Annual CISM Conference featuring a screening of "First Responders Sound the Alarm." The panel discussion, moderated by The Quell Foundation's CEO Kevin Lynch, included insights from Molly O’Neil, Christopher Van Ness, and Michael Assad Jr, highlighting the mental health challenges faced by first responders. The event underscored the importance of mental wellness in the first responder community. On Thursday, April 11th, the Nantucket community gathered for two screenings of "First Responders Sound the Alarm," organized by community leaders and Sharing Kindness Inc. The event organizers included Kim Mead-Walters, MD and Kathleen Shine- OBrien from Sharing Kindness, Lt. Daniel Mack and Chief Jody Kasper from the NANTUCKET POLICE DEPARTMENT, and Chief Michael Cranson from the Nantucket Fire Department. The panel included Kevin M. Lynch, Molly O’Neil, Frank Frederickson, and Dr. Price, with additional support provided by off-island clinicians and therapy dogs. We extend our gratitude to the many partners who helped us to engage in the powerful conversations this week to #ReduceTheStigma! ❤️ 💛 💙 #mentalhealth #firstresponders #FRRP #fire #ems #police #dispatch #FRSTA