Podcasts about responder conferences

Text a Message to the ShowThis is part two of an interview with Shawn Thomas.  If you haven't listened to part one, in which talked about her experience as the wellness officer in a large Sheriff's Office in the Pacific Northwest, then please go download that episode.  She had a lot of insight to share, especially if you think you might be the first wellness officer in your agency.  But today we're talking about her second chapter.  She began producing wellness conferences with speakers and vendors and hundreds of first responder attendees.  And this unexpected role became her main gig when she retired.The whole process of putting together a conference is fascinating but I think the main thing I want to walk away with is that you are capable of doing things you never thought you'd do.  There may not be a clear path forward, but don't let that stop you from making a difference.Resources:Shawn's organization, 1st Responder Conferences:  https://www.1strc.orgFirst HELP First Responder Suicide statistics:  https://1sthelp.orgMusic is by Alexander NakaradaHey Chaplain Podcast Episode 087.5Tags:Wellness, Conferences, Divorce, Finances , Retirement, Stress, PTSD, Ocean City, Seattle, California, Maryland, Oregon, WashingtonSupport the Show.Thanks for Listening! And, as always, pray for peace in our city.Subscribe/Follow here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-chaplain/id1570155168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CGK9A3BmbFEUEnx3fYZOY Email us at: heychaplain44@gmail.comYou can help keep the show ad-free by buying me a virtual coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/heychaplain

Text a Message to the ShowToday's guest is Shawn Thomas.  She was a deputy with a major Sheriff's Office in the Pacific Northwest and also married to an officer.  Shawn was a wellness officer in a major agency and she had to build the airplane while it was flying and a lot of wellness coordinators can identify with that.  She also runs 1st Responder Conferences, which has taught thousands of first responders in dozens of locations across the country.Resources:Shawn's organization, 1st Responder Conferences:  https://www.1strc.orgFirst HELP:  https://1sthelp.orgA previous interview about wellness officers: https://heychaplain.buzzsprout.com/1792621/11810998-044-wellness-officers-explained-wendy-hummelMusic is by Chris Haugen and by Alexander NakaradaHey Chaplain Podcast Episode 087Tags:Police, Sheriff Office, Cultural Competency, Marriage, Resiliency, Suicide, SWAT, Undercover, Wellness, Seattle, WashingtonSupport the Show.Thanks for Listening! And, as always, pray for peace in our city.Subscribe/Follow here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-chaplain/id1570155168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CGK9A3BmbFEUEnx3fYZOY Email us at: heychaplain44@gmail.comYou can help keep the show ad-free by buying me a coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/heychaplain

Shawn is the founder of 1st Responder Conferences and a retired deputy from the King County Sheriff's Office in Seattle, WA. Shawn retired in 2022 after 25 years of service as a Wellness and Resiliency Detective and a therapy K9 handler.  During her career, Shawn worked patrol, as an undercover detective, a detective in the […]

Christy Lister is a volunteer for First HELP which is a foundation offering training and support for the families and departments that have suffered a suicide.  She is also the host of the Beyond The 1st Response podcast which focuses on bringing first responders, families, and mindset together for serious and humorous conversations on mental health.Christy and I are both presenting at an event put on by 1st Responder Conferences in South Bend, Indiana on may 15-16th and you get a preview of our presentations here.We also talk about her ability to speak with these groups because of her experience with her own loss, some parenting tips, and a lot of figuring it out on the fly.Please check out her show https://beyondthe1stresponse.buzzsprout.com/and the First HELP website https://1sthelp.org/1st Responder Conferences https://www.1strc.org/Support the showSupport the show directly here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/4thshiftfiEPlease order your favorite products through my affiliate links:Rescue1CBD https://rescue1cbd.com?ref=509Use code TAILBOARD for 15% offAthletic Brewing- Code TTFP10 for 10% off for new customersThen use: https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/c/4029326/889587/12298?campaign=affiliate%20%3Dcontent%3Donline_tracking_link to continue to support the show with your purchases.For topic/guest requests use this form https://www.4thshiftfitness.com/guestformFor all other things, reach out here: https://www.4thshiftfitness.com/contactThank you for listening and let's all keep working to be more capable and durable both on shift and away from it.

Join Chris as he sits down with Jeff and Shawn, two former deputy officers who have dedicated their lives to promoting the emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of public safety professionals. After facing their own struggles with stress and burnout, they founded 1st Responder Conferences, an organization that has held over 33 conferences around the country and is committed to breaking the stigma surrounding the difficulties faced by first responders. In this eye-opening episode, Chris takes us on a journey with Jeff and Shawn as they share their own personal stories, and their mission to create a supportive climate for first responders. Learn about the mental health tools and resources available to individuals and agencies, and discover why 1st Responder Conferences is so committed to improving the quality of life for those who dedicate themselves to serving and protecting others. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who wants to support the well-being of our first responders and make a positive difference in their lives. To contact Shawn or Jeff: www.1stresponderconferences.org shawnt@1stresponderconferences.org If you're feeling burnt out and unsure if policing is the right career path for you, don't worry - you're not alone. Contact Chris at Chris@knockingdemoncoaching.com to book a conversation and start making the shift. Are you looking to take your personal growth to the next level and have some exciting adventures along the way? Our Personal Growth Motorcycle retreat is the perfect opportunity for you! Join us as we explore different places worldwide and push ourselves to new limits on two wheels. Not only will you get to experience the thrill of riding motorcycles, but you'll also have the chance to learn more about yourself and how to overcome challenges. Plus, if you visit www.createfromwhy.com/book, you can get my free Burnout prevention guide book getting you a step-by-step process to prevent burnout and PTSD in your life! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to grow and transform yourself. Subscribe now to catch this and many other inspiring episodes on our podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-chandler-yates/support

After serving 32 and 25years in Law Enforcement respectively, Husband and wife team Jeff & Shawn Thomas  decided they weren't done serving. Both first responder wellness advocates, they took their passion and mission to the next level by developing the  "1ST Responder Wellness Conferences".  A national wellness conference that has been reaching and connecting first responders and their families with the resources they need to lead a healthy life both physically and mentally. Conferences are two days in length and are presented from Alaska to Florida, Boston to Southern California and everywhere in between. www.1stresponderconferences.orgWelcome to 1st Responder Conferences!1st Responder Conferences is committed to the emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of the public safety work force and work with leaders in the public safety profession to make this possible.  We recognize that first responders are our greatest asset and we feel it is our responsibility to create a climate that supports good health and resiliency. We are dedicated to promoting awareness at our conferences surrounding the difficulties of the profession and inspiring conversations that minimize the stigma associated with the stresses our first responder's experience. We provide education, mental health tools and resources for agencies, individuals, and family members.  Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all who dedicate themselves to protecting and serving others.1st Responder Conferences partners with Blue H.E.L.P. which is a nonprofit organization. We work together to make sure all first responders get the resources they need to live a happy and healthy life!About Our ConferencesOur conferences are for all 1st responders, police, fire, EMS, military/veterans, corrections, dispatchers, chaplains, retired 1st responders, spouses, professional staff, clinicians, and all who work in the public safety field. 1st Responder Conferences presents a multi-faceted two-day seminar and networking event for improving the mental health and wellness of our first responders.  By discussing the real 21st Century issues that are consistently facing our first responders and their families, our conference will provide awareness, resources and action items to combat PTSD, depression, suicide, addiction, stress, and overall mental health. 1st Responder Conferences proudly introduces a line-up of credible nationally recognized speakers who will address matters that impact the personal and professional lives of all first responders and their family members through dynamic and engaging presentations for the entire first responder community.  Every conference is unique!   We continually focus on mental health and wellness, but we provide different speakers to ensure you are receiving the most up to date information and knowledge that there is to offer. Our two-day seminars also differ in that your spouses or significant others who support you are invited to come learn with you. 206-629-6433 ShawnT@1stresponderconferences.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-thomas-83a63220?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3Bddjn9G%2B9TDK4v%2FlDUZa1VA%3D%3DThank you for taking the time to give this podcast a listen. If you would like more information on other Law enforcement Life Coach initiatives, our "Sometimes Heroes Need Help" wellness seminar or our One-On-One life coaching please visit :www.lawenforcementlifecoach.comJohn@lawenforcementlifecoach.com

This week, Chris sat down with retired law enforcement officers Shawn and Jeff Thomas. Shawn and Jeff have almost six decades of law enforcement experience and are the founders of the 1st Responder Conferences. They spend their time organizing and facilitating conferences around the country that aim at equipping first responders, military members, and veterans with resources to heal from job related stress and trauma.Their message is so important that we could not wait for a date on the podcast schedule.  We had to release a bonus episode!  Enjoy!!Check out 1st Responder Conferences at https://1stresponderconferences.org/Learn more about Gravity at http://gravityct.com/podcastEmail us at chris@gravityct.comMusic credit:  https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-news-corporate-8307/

Shawn and Jeff Thomas own and operate First Responder Conferences. They share the story of battling depression and addiction that led Shawn to start First Responder Conferences. This is a powerful episode if you know a first responder that is struggling. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/copythatradio/message

Host: Conrad Weaver, Producer/Director PTSD911 Documentary Guests: Jeff & Shawn Thomas, 1st Responder Conferences ABOUT JEFF & SHAWN Shawn is a deputy for the King County Sheriff's Office in Seattle, WA. Shawn has been a deputy for 24 years and Jeff recently retired  from the King County Sheriff's Office after 32 years. In September 2016, Shawn's peer support captain suggested she organize a health and wellness conference for first responders and their families. The conference was a huge success and first responders reached out for assistance. That is when Shawn realized how important the conference was and other department's and organizations asked for her to organize a conference for them. In the first year they organized five conferences in Seattle, North Carolina, Florida, Texas and Arizona. Now they have had twenty-five conferences and have many more planned in the coming year. Shawn and Jeff are passionate about helping first responders because they have experienced their own difficult times and want to help guide others so they can maintain an enjoyable career and live a healthy life.  CONNECT WITH JEFF AND SHAWN: https://1stresponderconferences.org shawnt@1stresponderconferences.org jeff@1stresponderconferences.org +++++ LEARN MORE ABOUT PTSD911 DOCUMENTARY: https://ptsd911movie.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ptsd911movie/ https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie https://twitter.com/ptsd911movie SUPPORT THE FILM, MAKE A DONATION:  https://ptsd911movie.square.site/ #firstresponders #ptsd #mentalhealth #documentary #resilience #resiliency

In this podcast we interviewed Shawn & Jeff Thomas, a dual law enforcement couple from King County Sherriff's Department that is on a mission to help First Responders normalize mental health issues and access resources when they need them most. After going through their own personal struggles and growth they decided to fill a void and create a conference platform that not only links first responders with resources but also gives a platform to first responders with a story to tell. Learn more about 1st Responder Conferences here: https://1stresponderconferences.org/ Leave us a review if you get a chance! We appreciate all of you. Stay safe and keep moving! Chris & Lacy

In this episode of The Fire Inside Podcast I have a conversation with Jeff and Shawn Thomas, founders of the 1st Responder Conferences. 1st Responder Conferences presents a multi-faceted two-day seminar and networking event for improving the mental health and wellness of first responders.  By discussing the real 21st Century issues that are consistently facing … 042 – Meet the Founders of 1st Responder Conferences Read More »

Episode 046 of Beyond the Call In Part Two of our discussion with Jeff and Shawn Thomas, they discuss the programs of 1st Responder Conferences and the different areas of education they provide. Learn more about their programs at www.1stresponderconferences.org. To learn more about our sponsor go to www.nationalpolicecu.com.

Episode 045 of Beyond the Call In Part One of our discussion with Jeff and Shawn Thomas, they discuss their relationship as a husband and wife both with law-enforcement careers, the motivation behind their creation of 1st Responder Conferences, and Jeff’s successful battle with alcoholism. Learn more about the Thomas family at www.1stresponderconferences.org. To learn more about our sponsor go to www.nationalpolicecu.com

Join married Sheriff Deputies Shawn and Jeff Thomas and I as we discuss mental health, peer support, and wellness amongst first responders. They created First Responder Conferences and have been gaining momentum since its inception in 2016. Shawn Thomas has been a deputy for the King County Sheriff’s Office in Seattle, WA for 21 years. She is married to a deputy and has two teenage boys. She currently is an explosive detection K9 handler and is a team leader for her peer support team. Shawn also volunteers with two non-profit organizations, Code 4 NW and Blue H.E.L.P.Jeff Thomas is a 30 year veteran of the King County Sheriff’s Office, which includes an 18 year stint as a member of the entry unit on the county SWAT team. Jeff has held several training positions within the sheriff’s office to include Field Training Officer, Firearms Instructor, State qualified Swat instructor, Motor Instructor, as well as a Taser Instructor. He also was a member of the King County Honor Guard for 16 years. He is co-founder of First Responder Conferences, along with his wife, Deputy Shawn Thomas.In 2016 Shawn and Jeff founded 1st Responder Conferences and organized their first health and wellness conference in Seattle for first responders and their families. The reason for the conference was to focus on first responder's mental health and wellness and to convey three things.1. You are not alone2. Reach out for help if you are struggling3. To provide confidential resources for first responders to get the help they need.The conference was well received and first responders reached out for help. It was clear that this type of event needed to continue to help others. Shawn and Jeff were asked by other agencies to bring the conference to other states, so they did.In two short year's they have organized 10 mental health and wellness conferences around the country and have 6 upcoming conferences scheduled. 1st Responder Conferences' partners with Code 4 NW and Blue H.E.L.P. Together these three organizations are working together and helping first responders and their families all over the country.1st Responder Conferences is committed to the emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of the public safety work force and work with leaders in the public safety profession to make this possible. We recognize that first responders are our greatest asset and we feel it is our responsibility to create a climate that supports good health and resiliency. We are dedicated to promoting awareness surrounding the difficulties of public safety professionals and inspiring conversations that minimize the stigma associated with the stresses our first responder's experience. Through our conferences' we provide education and resources for agencies, individuals, and family members who find themselves faced with a personal crisis. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all of those who dedicate themselves to protecting and serving others.http://www.1stresponderconferences.org/