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K9 First Responders Specially trained trauma dog teams providing emotional support, aid and comfort to victims of disast The first contact with an impacted individual is important.

Psychological trauma first responders providing aid and comfort to those impacted by disaster, catastrophe or violence. Our teams are trained in Psychological First Aid (PFA), Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and other psychosocial support techniques. If managed in a respectful and compassionate way, it can help establish an effective helping relationship and increase the person’s receptiveness to further help. The use of dogs encourages and promotes this connection and engagement process.

It is our philosophy not to post on social media while we are deployed or even afterwards. Out of respect for those we s...
21/10/2025

It is our philosophy not to post on social media while we are deployed or even afterwards. Out of respect for those we serve. There are times however when media is a good thing. Sharing the healing our dogs can bring. Today (pardon the pun), for no other reason than because..., we remember Clarence.

The 10-year-old Saint Bernard even got a kiss from President Joe Biden.

There are no words. Our thoughts are with the officers and staff of MA DOC.
11/08/2025

There are no words. Our thoughts are with the officers and staff of MA DOC.

01/08/2025
Today we are thinking of our friends and colleagues in Weymouth, Massachusetts. #117 it does not seem like 7 years have...
15/07/2025

Today we are thinking of our friends and colleagues in Weymouth, Massachusetts. #117 it does not seem like 7 years have gone by.

National Animal Care & Control Appreciation Week!Take time today to thank the men and women who dedicate their careers t...
17/04/2025

National Animal Care & Control Appreciation Week!

Take time today to thank the men and women who dedicate their careers to help animals and protect the public. Their work is so much more than picking up stray dogs and cats.

Thank you for the countless hours you dedicate to animals in need.

This week is National Telecommunicator Week. To many, we know them as the voice on the other end of the phone.Who are th...
14/04/2025

This week is National Telecommunicator Week. To many, we know them as the voice on the other end of the phone.

Who are they? 911 professionals are certified as emergency medical dispatchers (EMDs), emergency fire dispatchers (EFDs) and/or emergency police dispatchers (EPDs). Managers and supervisors may also be certified as emergency number professionals (ENPs) or certified public-safety executives (CPEs).

They are truly the First... First Responders. Thank you.

A thought to start your week from an inspiring colleague.
14/04/2025

A thought to start your week from an inspiring colleague.

A career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) presents significant challenges, particularly in terms of mental health sup...
18/03/2025

A career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) presents significant challenges, particularly in terms of mental health support, which often lags behind that of Police and Fire Departments.

Global Medical Response (GMR) has implemented a therapy dog program aimed at assisting first responders by providing comfort and alleviating stress in demanding situations. The presence of therapy dogs can enhance morale, reduce anxiety, and create a sense of normalcy for those in the field.

Jesse Baker, GMR's National Therapy Dog Program Coordinator, will share how GMR tailored their program to address the specific culture and needs of EMS professionals.

Join us at the 2025 Comfort Dogs in Public Safety - Connecting in Crisis conference to learn more. It is taking place on March 24th and 25th at UMass Boston, with an option for virtual attendance.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comfort-dogs-in-public-safety-connecting-in-crisis-registration-1222720934229

GMR Therapy Dog Team Global Medical Response AMR of Springfield AMR - Greater Hartford/ Northeast, CT AMR Bridgeport, CT

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