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Safety/Wellness Advisor: Jodie Jeffers
How do we build & sustain a culture of safety & wellness
​ to all of our patrols, regions & division?
  

This is a Skill Set for us all.  A Foundation & Awareness.
Things that are New = Practice,  Review = Practice
​
Please join us in a series of workshops centered around the above statement.
​​Occurs monthly, on 3rd Tuesday at 6:30- 8pm​ (pacific time)

​Regular Monthly Zoom Link:
Meeting ID: 823 8182 0545
Passcode: 844362

Monthly SC4A Zoom (click here for link)
Dial by your location, ​ 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
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**How Do We Begin?**
This is a process that will take time & consistency by building a core foundation. Redefining and creating new habits into becoming a cultural shift.  
This a
ffects
 us all and involves everyone: ​
​all departments, all disciplines, 
​
all interwoven together. 
*First* Initial Steps...
  1. PNWD's "Road map" Trifold Brochure-(​Front, Back)
  2. PNWD's CrossCheck Reference Card-(Front, Back)
  3. SC4A-NSP Patroller Wellness Task Force Doc. - PDF
  4. NSP-TF: How to Begin Questions & Examples to try PDF​ 
  5. 2/25 PNWD Special Wellness Workshop #2-PPT​
  6. NSP Patroller Wellness Task Force Workshop #1 on 9/24- next column, second blue box to right for Video & PPT
  7. ​​2023 PNWD Keynote on Patroller Wellness-PPT
  8. See pictures to right & below for examples & further ways to help explain and make your own.
  9. PNWD SafetyCulture4All Monthly Zoom Recordings for the current year, see below.  ​Note: Previous years can be found at "archived"
  10. Go to *Second* Steps below...
It is important to understand the overall concepts & build that vital foundation.  Work with your team/patrol to make it your own.  Identify what works well, & then adapt it to your area.  Consistency creates habit/norm.  Having a network & sharing with others, it opens up many ways to begin that process.  
Know that we are here to help!
*Second*  Steps...
​Further examples & learning...
  • Trauma Stewardship Institute Files & Links
  • Tedx Talk "Beyond the Cliff"   
  • A Letter from a Trauma Worker on the Anniversary
  1. Stress First Aid for Firefighters & EMS Personnel-PDF
  2. ​Assess Your Stress, University of Utah Health
  3. Wisdom, Be Wise Model- UVAHealth & Wellness
  4. Stress First Aid Model- "7-C's" UVAHealth Wisdom & Wellness
  5. Double Edged Sword of Values and Ideals-UVAHealth​
  6. "OSCAR" Communication Tool- UVAHealth & Wellness
  7. Stress First Aid Self Care / Organizational Support Model​​-VA
  8. 2022 Is the Scene Safe Handout PNWD Convention - Keynote Speaker: Katja Hurt​​
  9. 1/18/22 PNWD Safety Team Wellness Check -PPT​
  10. Introduction to PFA: Power Point​​ Example (Downloads)

Other NSP Division Wellness Websites:​
  • Far West Division:
    • https://www.farwest.org/programs/wellness
    • www.socalnsp.org/wellness
    • stress coping skills
  • Eastern Division: 
    • https://www.nspeast.org/stress-awareness-resources-701210.html
    • Stress Grabber Video from Eastern
      • www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqfyskMPg2Q
  •  Northern Division:
    • ​https://www.nspnorth.org/patroller-wellness.html
  • Southern Division:
    • https://nspsouthern.org/stress-injury-risk-for-patrollers/
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NSP Patroller Wellness Task Force (9/24/24): Workshop #1
  • ​Video:  Workshop #1:  (adjustable playback speed)
  • PPT:  Powerpoint Presentation: ​​ Click to download
​NSP Patroller Wellness Task Force (11/18/24): Workshop #2
  • Video: Workshop #2: (2 parts)  (adjustable playback speed) 
​NSP Patroller Wellness Task Force (1/30/2025): Workshop #3
  • Video: Workshop #3 Video Part1;   Video Part2 (adj playback speed) 
  • PPT: Stress Continuum + Powerpoint Presentation Click to download​​
​NSP Patroller Wellness Task Force (4/8/25): Workshop #4
  • 2 Sessions, back to back for different Time Zones​​
  • See PDF below. Click to open in new window
nsp_taskforce_workshop_intro_1.pdf
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 NSP Board's Support of Patroller Wellness:
 
Statement of Intent on Well-Being

​​​“National Ski Patrol is committed to creating and supporting a culture of wellness, safety, and resilience for all our members and those whom we serve.  Honoring NSP core values, we will provide our community with the awareness, leadership, guidance, education, and resources needed to help ensure their emotional and mental wellbeing.”

Want to start a program, Have a program started??
Please email to:  [email protected].  

Additional Resources

Networking, suggestions for resources & tools to share?
  Please let us know so we can continue to grow contacts for others to see.
  
The Pacific Northwest Division-PNWD, does not endorse any specific training, organizations, persons, etc.
Our goal is to provide many resources, links, and ideas for others to make their own decisions, educate and gain knowledge on.  
Some organizations offer their programs/supplies for free while others charge. Do your research!
​
​Below have been just a few additional websites shared and mentioned, if you know of any others please share.

  • (Marine Combat & Stress Control):​https://imgur.com/a/openhearted-to-crisis-SvrlgoQ#2mEPOsO 
  • Stress First Aid Module: https://www.medicalcenter.virginia.edu/wwp/overview/stress-first-aid-model1/ 
  • UVA Health: Wisdom & Wellbeing Program
  • https://traumastewardship.com/
  • https://responderlife.org/
  • ​https://www.codegreencampaign.org/
  • https://www.responderalliance.com/
  • Resource Hub- Responder Alliance​​
  • ​HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response Canines: www.hopeaacr.org
    • ​D​ifference b/n therapy & HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response Working Dog
  • Chaplains of Idaho: [email protected]
  • Washington State Chaplains: [email protected]
  • Code 4 NW - First Responder Crisis Response and Referral Network: https://www.code4nw.org/about​
  • Sleep Resources: 
    • https://sleep.hms.harvard.edu/research/labs-divisions/sleep-matters-initiative
    • https://www.brighamandwomens.org/initiatives/sleep-matters/contact-us ​​
wellness_sleep_article_1.pdf
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PLEASE NOTE: **Any of the PNWD information/items that has our logo on them, are available without fee.
If there is an item you want, please let us help you. Click here to
 contact us.
PODCASTS: please share those you thought helped you to understand more on Wellness
  • ​Breaking the Stigma with Traumatic Stress with Dave Richards, UAC Podcast​​
  • Summit Series: Reinventing Resilience, Part 1 ​​​PODSAM 
  • Summit Series: Reinventing Resilience, Part 2 PODSAM​​
  • Psychological First Aid (Ep. 34) by Sharp End Podcast -Part 1​
  • Injuries, Recovery and What Comes After with Laura McGladrey YouTube Video by Sharp End Podcast -Part 2
NSP Sep 24th PW Task Force Workshop Audio-(20")

Vimeo Videos of Brief Explanations made by:
Eldora Ski Patrol & Responder Alliance
  • Eldora Resiliency Psychological First Aid.mp4-video
  • Eldora Patrol Psychological First Aid.mp4 -video
  • ​Eldora Innovations Resilience Team- Updated -video
  • Eldora 3-3-3 Implementation.mp4 -video​​​​
James Nestor Breath - Reducing Stress Video
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    PNWD SafetyCulture4All- Zoom Recordings
  • Recordings in chronological order, click on box.
  • Previous three years have been archived:
    • ​Click Here (2021-24) 
  • Speed control & fast forward at bottom right of video.​​
  • White Boxes are MP4 Files that are downloadable only.​
  • Breakout Sessions not recorded. 5-10" blank time.  ​
  • NOTE: Will only see faces of those attending if their video is on.
2024- 2025 Season  (4th Year!!)
Sep 17th Instructor Development & **PW

Natl SP Sep 24th PW Workshop
nsp_pw_workshop_9.24.24.pptx
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Oct 15th Patroller Variations & PW
Chat 10_15_24

Nov 19th Wellness Special Workshop#1

DEC 17th SAFETY Events

Jan 21 Trux Dole & 10th Mtn Riva Ridge
90lb_rucksack_challenge_-_pnwd_collaboration.1.21.pptx
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NSP TF Jan 30th PW Workshop. Video Part 1
nsp_pw_workshop_1.30.2025-2.pptx
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NSP TF Jan 30th PW Workshop. Video Part 2

Feb 18th Wellness Special Workshop#2
nsp_pw_workshop_2.18.2025-v2_-_copy_2.pptx
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Summary letter has been sent to those attended the workshop as well as interested parties.
If you did not receive the email or would like it sent to you....
    Please contact [email protected] for more information.

MAR 18th ORM & PW
NOTE: Technical Difficulties occurred,
limited ORM recording.  See PDF for additional video links to watch.
nsp_pw_workshop_3.18.2025orm.pdf
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NSP TF APR 8th PW Workshop #4
nsp_taskforce_workshop_intro_1.pdf
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Apr 15th Avalanche & PW

May 20th Bike & PW
may2025meeting_saved_new_chat.txt
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June 17th OEC - Medical & PW
  • NOTE: Will only see faces of those attending if their video is on.
July 20th Meet PNWD Leadership
Aug Convention PW Workshop III

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NOTE: During recording, will only see faces of those attending if their video is on.
NOTE: (Black) Box=recorded, (except **PW Roundtable is not);   (Grey) Box= not recorded.  (White) Box= future session
​Dedicated 
Wellness Workshops & Patroller Roundtable Discussions ** will not be recorded, due to potential sensitive information discussed.  

​Safety Culture 4 All Calendar - 2024-25 Season
2025june17thsc4a_oec_medical.pdf
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2025_july15th_sc4a_leadership.pdf
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2024-25_safetyculture4allcalendarvs3.1.pdf
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Questions? Ideas? Want to get involved? Register for Special Workshops? 
Email: PNWD Safety Committee

CLICK FOR:  Emergent Stress Awareness Resources
The PNWD & NSP does not endorse any specific organization or content, the intent is to assist others of knowing there are many avenues to seek out and use what works best for them.  Please know there are additional groups and agencies available for help as well.  PNWD Wellness team, are not counselors, but wanting to encourage information be available to all and have a quick access to professionals when needed.  Please be familiar with your area's programs that might be available to you as well, such as EAP.  Your patrol may have counselors as patrollers that have agreed to assist as well.  This page will remain a work in progress, we welcome suggestions, corrections which are always appreciated.
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