Megan Taylor

Fortem’s wellbeing activities are designed to be fun, but they have a serious purpose: enhancing the wellbeing and mental fitness of first responders and their families.

First responders who will be keeping Australians safe into the new year are being urged to be mindful of their own mental health over the coming weeks.

Early in November, six first responders set off from Sydney Airport bound for the United States to represent Fortem Australia in the New York Marathon.

Here’s a snapshot of our current locations, and where we’ll be setting up shop soon.

“I made it through my previous life and mental health challenges as a result of validating my practical career experiences.”

Recently, a group of first responders and their family members met at Trigg Beach to catch some waves and meet some new people.

Fortem Australia is reminding the first responder community that support is available for those dealing with the trauma of the recent tragedy in Queensland.

Recently, Fortem Australia was delighted to accept a $35,000 donation from Toll Group to help the not-for-profit organisation continue its mental health support for first responders.

Social connectedness is the strongest predictor of mental health and wellbeing after stress and trauma.

This funding will allow Fortem to address a growing waitlist of first responders who are seeking clinical support to address mental health problems.