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Resource Guide

RESOURCE GUIDE

Immediate Support Resources

Crisis Text Line
Text BADGE to 741741

Confidential 24/7 crisis support for first responders.

Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Dial 988

Free and confidential support available 24/7.

Peer Support Network
First Responder Support

Confidential peer support for corrections and first responders.


Corrections professionals serve on the front lines of public safety, working in high-stress, fast-paced environments that require resilience, skill, and dedication.

This page provides tools and resources to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

Your work is demanding—but you are not alone. Explore the resources below to help you stay resilient, prepared, and supported throughout your career.


Mental Health & Wellness

Psychology Today
Find Therapists & Support Resources

Locate therapists, treatment centers, and support groups.

Corrections Fatigue & Wellness Training
Desert Waters Correctional Outreach

Resilience training designed for corrections professionals.

NAMI First Responder Resources
National Alliance on Mental Illness

Mental health education and peer support resources.

SAMHSA First Responder Resources
Mental Health Support

Support resources for first responders.


Resource Documents


I Need Six Minutes Suicide Prevention Campaign  

I Need Six Minutes

In a high-stress environment like corrections, mental and emotional well-being can often take a back seat. But what if just six minutes could make a difference?

The "I Need Six Minutes" suicide prevention campaign encourages staff to support one another by creating a culture of trust, connection, and life-saving support within DOC.

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