Mental health, Trauma and addiction programs
Exclusively for firefighters
EHN Guardians offers top-tier support to help firefighters begin their recovery journey from mental health challenges, trauma, and addiction
Our firefighters deserve support that is as reliable and steadfast as they are. That is why EHN Guardians offers specialized facilities and programs designed to help firefighters navigate and recover from trauma, fostering resilience, and a better quality of life both on and off duty.
EHN Guardians is dedicated to helping our nation’s firefighters in recovery against the traumas of their demanding work. Supported by a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, we offer evidence-based, tailored programs designed to support their needs.
Our community is here to support firefighters from the initial consultation through to aftercare. We understand the challenges they face and are committed to providing support at every stage of their journey.
THE MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS OF CANADIAN FIREFIGHTERS
Firefighters experience traumatic events at a much higher rate than the general population. They often work 24-hour shifts and must be ready to respond to dangerous situations at a moment’s notice. These demanding conditions can take a serious toll on the mental health and well-being of some of our most dedicated first responders.
of Canadian firefighters reported symptoms of clinical insomnia (a symptom of PTSD)
of firefighters display mental health symptoms, which is three times the rate of the general population
of firefighters with more than 15 years of service screened positive for mental conditions
Programs Designed to Keep You on Track
Personalized Counseling
Designed for those with low-level concerns seeking guidance to evaluate their mental health or address specific, short-term challenges.
Virtual Intensive Treatment Program
Ideal for those with mild to moderate symptoms who prefer to receive care from home, including those in remote areas where in-person options are limited.
Residential Treatment
Best for individuals with more severe symptoms, offering continuous medical support in a safe and dedicated environment tailored specifically for Guardians.
Ongoing Support After Treatment
After completing treatment, members can join our Aftercare program for ongoing support to reinforce long-term recovery.
EHN Guardians Alumni Network
Our Alumni Network connects members with others who’ve shared similar experiences, creating a lifelong community of mutual support.
Partnership with IAFF
EHN Canada is proud to be Canada’s only behavioural health treatment organization officially partnered with the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). The IAFF represents more than 330,000 professional fire fighters, paramedics, and dispatchers in Canada and the U.S.
Canadian IAFF members seeking trauma-focused treatment will have priority access to EHN Guardians programming. EHN Guardians specializes in treating all types of behavioural health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. We are the leader in evidence-based behavioural health treatment in Canada, with a network of accredited facilities to provide treatment access coast-to-coast. IAFF members will also have priority access to core addiction and mental health programming available across the EHN Guardians and EHN Canada Networks.
Here’s what our alumni have to say about treatment with EHN Guardians
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