Dallas Fire-Rescue Unveils Mental Health Program

Dallas Fire-Rescue recently announced that it will roll out a new program that provides mental health services to its members. In particular, the program will focus on helping those who are seeking treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), addiction disorder, and work-related mental health issues.

The new efforts arrive at a time when they are greatly needed, as the suicide of a member last year has driven greater attention to the topic of mental health for the department. Part of the program includes a new 24-hour phone line for individuals going through mental health crisis, including . . .