Oregon Congresswoman Proposes Program to Support First Responder Mental Health

Oregon congresswoman proposes program to support first responder mental health - The Daily Chronicle

An Oregon congresswoman is proposing a new grant program to support the mental health needs of firefighters and emergency medical services staff.  U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas, a Tigard Democrat representing Oregon’s Willamette Valley-based 6th Congressional District, is seeking to establish a grant program that would fund $7.5 million a year in nationwide suicide prevention programs, peer support and counseling for first responders and firefighters…

Oregon congresswoman proposes program to support first responder mental health

This story discusses suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting “988” or chatting online at http://988lifeline.org/. An Oregon congresswoman…