About

This show offers information, resources, and contacts to help first responders overcome the stressors related to their work. It is critical for responders to recognize what stress looks like, to take steps to build resilience and cope with stress, and to know where to go if they need help. Interviews and discussions are offered in each episode to help break the stigma surrounding mental health concerns and to increase resilience for those serving in first responder roles. Hosted by Rich Palmer, retired assistant chief and firefighter/paramedic, now Outreach Coordinator for Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio.

About the Host

Rich Palmer

Community Outreach Coordinator

Rich serves as the Community Outreach Coordinator for Mental Health America of Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio.

He recently retired from his role as Assistant Chief with the Prevention Bureau at the Ohio Division of State Fire Marshal. He is active in Community Risk Reduction efforts throughout Ohio and beyond. He serves as a contributor to the IFE USA Branch Vision 20/20 project on the Strategy 1 Leadership Team and is the podcast host and producer of the CRR Radio podcast. He is a recent Executive Board member of the NFPA Education Section. Rich is a Certified Public Manager® and appreciates helping public safety personnel become more effective in their leadership roles.

When Rich isn't advocating for mental wellness and resilience, he narrates audiobooks and runs his voice-acting business.