MnFIRE Initiative

The 2024 MnFORE Golf Tournament presented by Aon was a real hole-in-one! Thanks again to the golfers, volunteers and generous sponsors for making it such a fun day in the name of firefighter health. ⛳️🏌️‍♀️🏌️

Thanks to @BlueCardHZ for sharing this article about how the Hometown Heroes Assistance Program and our health and wellness trainings are making a real difference in the lives of firefighters and their families across Minnesota!

Firefighters’ shift work is proven to disrupt circadian rhythms. Brian Crimmins on how lifestyle changes can mitigate the effects of shift work. ow.ly/iBsK50QpJzo

Tommy McDonough HERO WOD

#WorldLungCancerDay will be observed Tuesday, August 1. Here's what you should know about symptoms, risk factors and prevention: mayocl.in/44JzGiZ

We are so grateful to our partner @Aon_plc for becoming the title sponsor of this year's MnFIRE golf tournament and supporting the health and well-being of our state's firefighters. Who's excited to play on that beautiful @BearpathGCC course on Monday? 🏌️‍♀️🏌️‍♂️

#SaintPaulMN #Captain Chris Parsons' work meant every Minnesota #firefighter has access to education, prevention and care for the three biggest risks in their profession — cancer, cardiac and emotional trauma, #FireChiefButchInks said. firehouse.com/53064107/

Devastating news. The St. Paul Fire Department and our entire state lost a true hero, and I lost a friend. Captain Chris Parsons was a beloved father, partner, brother, son, and fearless leader to so many. His legacy will not be forgotten. fox9.com/news/gov-walz-…

MnFIRE, along with the entire MN fire service, mourns the loss of St. Paul Fire Captain Chris Parsons. As a founding board member of MnFIRE, Chris' unparalleled support and drive was critical to the passage of the Hometown Heroes Act, which will forever be part of his legacy.

One in five fire fighters will experience PTSD during their career. Know the signs and available #IAFF resources. 📄fal.cn/3yUaQ

Rochester Fire Women's Expo. @MnfireInit sponsored the lunch. 30 participants! Shoutout to Mandee Marx for getting this off the ground. #women #firefighters #LeadershipMatters

EMS is for everyone who wants to create a safer community. Share your experience of what it is like to serve your community during #EMSWeek.

Free Critical Illness insurance has been a financial lifeline for Walker MN Fire's Richard Taatjes, who was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. See how staying positive and focused on his health (instead of the bills) is helping him through treatment. mnfireinitiative.com/taatjes-stayin…

Our latest MnFIRE annual report is officially here! Read on for more on the state of #firefighter health in #Minnesota, and to see how we're driving our mission forward and making a difference with the Hometown Heroes Assistance Program. issuu.com/mnfire/docs/ta…

Help from MnFIRE is now available at your fingertips. Download the MnFIRE PeerConnect app today! 👩‍🚒📱 mnfireinitiative.com/now-introducin…

Can YOU walk for 200 miles? Doug Foote can! He's a firefighter for @ExcelsiorFire who walked across the state of Minnesota to raise awareness of MnFIRE. @MNFireInit works with firefighters who are struggling with mental health, cardiac issues, cancer, and more.

Happy International Firefighters Day to the dedicated firefighters here at home and across the world who serve and protect our communities every day! #IFFD #InternationalFirefightersDay

As firefighters, we don’t need to muscle through challenges alone. There are people in our corner ready and willing to help no matter the size of the problem – it doesn’t need to be a crisis to ask for help! mnfireinitiative.com/its-ok-to-ask-…

Introducing the MnFIRE PeerConnect app! This FREE tool connects Minnesota firefighters with health and wellness resources, plus trained peer supporters who know firsthand the difficulties firefighters face. Available in the Apple App Store or Google Play. mnfireinitiative.com/app/