RESOURCE GUIDE
Corrections professionals serve on the front lines of public safety, working in
high-stress, fast-paced environments that require resilience, skill, and dedication. Whether responding to emergencies, managing critical incidents, or supporting the rehabilitation process, your role is vital in maintaining safety and security within our institutions and communities.
This page is designed to provide you with
valuable resources to support both your
professional development and
personal well-being. Here, you’ll find information on
mental health and wellness programs, crisis intervention support, training opportunities, peer support networks, and tools to enhance job performance. These resources aim to help you stay informed, prepared, and supported throughout your career in corrections.
Your work is challenging, but you are not alone. Explore the resources available to you and take advantage of the support designed to keep you safe, resilient, and empowered in your profession.
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS
Psychology Today – Psychology Today
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Offers immediate help, with fast results. You can find a professional Therapist, Psychiatrists, Treatment Centers, and Support Groups with one click.
Corrections Fatigue & Wellness Training –
Desert Waters Correctional Outreach
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Offers resilience-building training and resources for corrections staff.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – First Responder Resources –
NAMI
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Mental health support, peer resources, and crisis intervention training.
First Responder Mental Health Resources –
SAMHSA
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's support for first responders.
CRISIS & PEER SUPPORT
Corrections & First Responder Crisis Text Line – Text
“BADGE" to 741741
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Confidential, 24/7 crisis text support for first responders.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Dial
988 or visit
988lifeline.org
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24/7, free, and confidential support for anyone in distress.
First Responder Peer Support Network –
FRSN
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Confidential peer support and retreats for first responders.
FAMILY & WORK-LIFE BALANCE
First Responder Family Support Network –
FRFSN
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Resources for first responders and their families to cope with the stress of the job.
Badge of Life –
Badge of Life
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Mental health education and PTSD support for law enforcement and corrections professionals.
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