Family & Support Services

FAMILIES IN NEED OF YOUR SUPPORT

THE STEWART FAMILY - Sydney Stewart Bone Marrow Swab Kit

Thank you to those who came out to support our bone marrow swab drive on June 23, 2023. If you were unable to join us, you can still support with a mail in swab kit. The process is easy with a simple cheek swab and return in the pre-paid envelope.

‍Flyer & QR code: Mail Swab Kit Flyer or click on the link: Team Sydney

‍Sydney Stewart, daughter of retired Anaheim Fire & Rescue Deputy Chief and current Disneyland Fire Chief Kevin Stewart, is in need of a bone marrow transplant. In April, Sydney, an athletic 20-year-old college student who enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and fur babies, was diagnosed with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), secondary to Adult-Onset Still's Disease. Sydney spent almost two months in the hospital with three separate ICU admissions that had her fighting for her life. She needs a bone marrow transplant to recover; however, finding a match can be difficult.

To stay informed and leave a message for Sydney and the Stewart Family as Sydney continues to fight and turn the corner to healing visit her CaringBridge website: Sydney Stewart CaringBridge  The Stewart Family appreciates your support and encouraging words of hope and encouragement.

Should any further needs arise we will be sure to keep you posted.

‍If you know of a family within Anaheim Fire & Rescue that could use support please email us at connect@anaheimfirefamily.com or contact Janna Mooney at 714-883.4953. We are here to support one another in any capacity needed!

MONTHLY FEATURED FAMILIES

Would you like to be one of our monthly featured families?

To assist in getting to know families within the department we feature a family each month on social media, an email to membership and a recap in our quarterly newsletters.  If you would like to be featured please fill out the form at the bottom of this page and email 4-6 photos to connect@anaheimfirefamily.com.  We look forward to featuring you, your family and any pets!

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT RESOURCES

First Responders are exposed to mental and physical trauma in the line of duty that can result in Mental Health Disorders or Post Traumatic Stress Injuries. The Firefighter and the Fire Family are affected as a whole. Should you have the need, please reach out to one or more of these resources. If you have questions about knowing which is the best fit for you, your firefighter or family please email us at connect@anaheimfirefamily.com.

We all deserve to have a good life; ask for help - it’s there!

AFD Peer Support

Dave Thompson | 949.633.8119 | https://afa.2899.org/peer-support.com

The AFD Peer Support actively promotes behavioral health and wellness among Anaheim Fire & Rescue members and their families by listening, supporting, referring & assisting them during times of stress or crisis. Their team is committed to supporting the overall mission of Anaheim Fire & Rescue by striving to keep the workforce at its best, providing excellent resources, education and care for their members. They help the members manage stress resulting from exposure to traumatic events (an inherent part of the job) and to stay connected with members who are separated by injury.

The Counseling Team International

909.884.0133 | after-hours crisis 800.222.9691 | thecounselingteam.org

Culturally competent counseling services for you and your family that is confidential with several locations making it convenient no matter where you live. The Anaheim Fire Department contracts with TCTI by providing 10 free counseling sessions per year at no cost for you, your spouse, marital or for your children. TCTI also provides trainings in many areas to include: Peer Support, Critical Incident Stress Management, Suicide in the Workplace, Significant Other Survival, and more.

First Responder Wellness

888.743.0490 | firstresponder-wellness.com

First Responder Wellness provides trauma-based substance abuse and mental health treatment offering detox, impatient/residential as well as intensive outpatient programs. Their comprehensive curriculum integrates substance abuse treatment with post- traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression treatment, as well as incorporating family systems support. The program was designed to help patients recover from trauma while increasing their overall well-being. They offer sobriety tools and healthy coping mechanisms to ensure a safe transition back to their careers and personal lives.

NextRung.org

678.783.3686 (office) | 833.698.7863 (National Peer Support Line) | nextrung.org

Our mission is to help combat mental health issues among Firefighters and First Responders. Mental health issues and an alarming amount of suicides have become more of an issue among Firefighters and EMS Personnel ( Most recently they have even begun outnumbering Line of Duty Deaths). By providing peer support (one-on-one conversation with another firefighter/first responder) and financial assistance for licensed counseling (we will find a counselor who fits you, that lives in your area, and help cover the cost of the first cycle of sessions), we hope to give our brothers and sisters a way to fight back and provide them with an understanding of what they are experiencing. We also give back to families who have lost their Firefighter/First Responder to suicide by providing a care package and monetary donation.

International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF)

https://iaff.org

Center for Excellence offers treatment for IAFF Members for the successful recovery from substance abuse, PTSD and other co-occurring behavioral health issues.

FEATURED FAMILY

Please take a moment to complete the form below.  We look forward to featuring your family!