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First Responders Bridge tells committee retreats reduce stress, use and complaints; seeks funding
Summary
First Responders Bridge leaders described multi‑day, peer‑support retreats and paid counseling sessions for active and retired first responders, said participants reported fewer sick days and complaints after attending, and asked lawmakers to consider state support to expand the program.
Mick Jagger and Mike Pavellino, founders of First Responders Bridge and retired public‑safety personnel, described a statewide counseling and retreat program for active and retired first responders that provides multi‑day retreats and short‑term counseling paid by the nonprofit.
Program details: Jagger told the committee the nonprofit offers three‑day retreats for law enforcement, firefighters, EMS,…
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