We Are Here for You
The Fire Hero Family Programs team is here for you. Recent news about COVID-19 has impacted us all. Despite the urgent crisis, we remain dedicated to our core mission of supporting our Fire Hero Families. While we are adapting to these new circumstances, we are researching ways to bring resources, workshops, and meetings to you virtually. We will provide resources and information to help you stay connected on this website.
Self-care
- Self-care Tips from What’s Your Grief
- Short Video: Staying Mentally Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Part 1
- Crisis Intervention Information
- Short Video: Staying Mentally Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Part 2
- Short Video: Staying Mentally Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Part 3
- Short Video: Staying Mentally Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Part 4
- Short Video: Staying Mentally Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Part 5
- Short Video: Staying Mentally Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Part 6
Helping Others
- Pay it Forward by Helping Others Deal with Grief and Loss
- Re-Establishing Your Family’s Framework!
- Fire Hero Family Peer Support Network
- Preventing Home Fires and Emergencies
- How to Say Thank You to the Public Safety Community During COVID-19
- Anxiety Management Tools for Children, Teens, and Families
Wellness
- Easy Workout and Movement Activities You Can Do from Home, with Pamela Hagens
- Laughter Yoga
- Grieving with Gratitude: Kelly Buckley
- Simple Breathing Exercise for Stress Management
- Establishing a Gratitude Practice
Connections
Upcoming Virtual Events – Register Now
Jun 2020
Facilitated Virtual Support Group – June 2
June 2, 2020 – June 3, 2020, 8:00pm – 9:30pm
Virtual Peer Support Group – June 3
June 3, 2020, 8:00pm – 9:30pm
Techniques to Manage Stress: Practical Applications Workshop
June 8, 2020, 8:00pm – 9:30pm
Re-Establishing Your Family’s Framework!
June 22, 2020, 8:00pm – 9:15pm
More Ways to Connect
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Focusing Our Energy
Ashley Whitmore
Family Programs Support Specialist
“If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
Beverly Donlon
Director of Family Programs
“Train your mind to see the good in everything. Positivity is a choice; the happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.” – Anonymous
Eric Nagle
Family Programs Specialist
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass… it’s about learning to dance in the rain. ” – Vivian Greene
Erin Browning
Outreach Assistant
“Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.” – Etty Hillesum
Jenny Woodall
Grief Specialist
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. ” – Marcel Proust
Forever in Our Hearts®
Resources for Families of Fallen Firefighters
Families of fallen firefighters face a long and difficult journey. While the rest of the world moves on, family members must figure out how to live without their loved one. The Foundation offers a variety of programs and materials to help during this most difficult time.
Most importantly, we want you to know that you are not alone. There are others who understand your loss and honor your loved one’s memory.
Fire Hero Family Programs
- NFFF and Partner Scholarship Programs
The Foundation offers financial assistance for post-secondary education and training to spouses, life partners, children and stepchildren of firefighters honored at the National Memorial. - Wellness Conference
This special week of activities is designed to address issues related to loss, provide training for those providing outreach to others, and provide a chance to network with other fire hero families. - Remembrance Program
During the anniversary month of their firefighter’s death, families receive a Remembrance card from another fire hero family member. - Hal Bruno Camps for Children of Fallen Firefighters
This is a weekend bereavement camp for children and stepchildren of fallen firefighters who have been honored at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg. - Programs for Young Adults
The Foundation offers programs for young adults, ages 18-24, whose firefighter parent died in the line of duty. - Memorial Weekend
Every October, the Foundation sponsors the official national tribute to all firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year. The weekend features private activities for fire hero families and co-workers, along with public ceremonies. - Winter Family Retreat
A multi-day event for all ages and family members, focused on fellowship, self-care, and giving back during the holidays. - National Fallen Firefighters Holiday Tree Lighting
Each December, ornaments, holiday cards, and notes provided by Fire Hero Families adorn trees in and around the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Chapel. These tributes in honor of fallen firefighters remain on display throughout the holiday season.
Family Benefit Information
To help with immediate and long-term financial concerns, we can help families find information on benefits available at the national level and in each state. The Foundation’s Scholarship Program can help fire hero families achieve their educational goals.
Fire Hero Family Resources and Information
Resources:
- Resources for Newly Bereaved Families
- Grief Brochures
- Check Out Materials from Our Lending Library
- Grief Resources on the Web
Publications:
- The Foundation Newsletter
- The Journey
- Sign-Up: Receive Our Print Newsletters
- Sign-Up: Receive Our Online Newsletters
Volunteer
I Need Assistance:
Fallen Hero Tributes at Firehero.org
- Browse & Search
- Submit: A Bio of Your Firefighter
- Submit: A Photo of Your Firefighter
- Roll of Honor: View/Edit Your Firefighter’s Page
- Walk of Honor® / Search Bricks
