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John P. Norris Memorial First Responder Health & Wellness Symposium

Travis County ESD#2- Pflugerville Fire Department Pfluger Hall 203B E. Pecan St Pflugerville, TX 78660

This symposium unites experts in mental health, resilience, physical wellness, and peer support to address the often unseen burdens on firefighters, EMS professionals, and wildland responders. Attendees will explore the challenges these professionals face, their impact on families and communities, and the critical need for comprehensive support.

Event Highlights:

Friday, Sept. 26 – Pre-conference leadership session hosted by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Saturday, Sept. 27 – Three tracks to choose from:

  • First Responder Health & Wellness – Cancer, cardiac health, mental health, sleep, substance use, disaster response, spiritual care, and more.

  • Taking Care of Our Own – Preparing agencies for a line-of-duty death (NFFF).

  • Wildland & Forestry Responder Wellness – Health and wellness topics specific to wildland and forestry firefighting.

CE credits provided by TEEX and Emergency Education Associates.

Open to first responders, families, and community members committed to supporting responder health and wellness.

To learn more, visit: www.firstrespondersymposium.com