Training / Event Calendar
First Responder Community Support Group for Survivors of Suicide
Virtual - 2nd Tuesday of each month
First Responder Community Support Group for Survivors of Suicide
Virtual - 2nd Tuesday of each month
2026 Fallen Hero Annual Gala
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2026 Gala, hosted by The Colorado Fallen Hero Foundation on October 3, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 11:30 PM at The Westin Westminster. This elegant and inspiring event will bring together community members, supporters, and friends from across Colorado to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others.
The evening will begin with a lively cocktail reception where guests can connect, browse the silent auction, and enjoy a variety of unique experiences throughout the ballroom. During the reception, guests will have the opportunity to purchase a custom-fit Colorado Fallen Hero Foundation branded cowboy hat, visit our interactive photo booths, relax in the cigar lounge, and enjoy a curated whiskey tasting experience.
Following the reception, guests will move into the ballroom for a plated dinner, powerful speakers sharing stories of sacrifice, resilience, and the impact of the Foundation’s work, as well as an exciting live auction featuring exclusive items and experiences. Throughout the evening, we will celebrate the heroes we honor and the families we support.
After dinner, the energy continues with entertainment by Colorado Keys Dueling Pianos. Guest song requests will be welcomed, dancing is encouraged, and the celebration will continue in a way that is sure to make the night one to remember.
Your participation will not only create meaningful memories, but will also directly support the Foundation’s mission of serving the families of Colorado’s fallen heroes.
Mark your calendars for a night of gratitude, generosity, connection, and celebration. We look forward to welcoming you.
RMPFC Basic Chaplain Training
Rocky Mountain Police & Fire Basic Chaplain Training
Dates | Time:
Friday, October 9 1pm-8pm
Saturday, October 10 9am-5pm
Cost: $100
Basic Chaplain Training Standards
BCT 01 Introduction to Law Enforcement & Fire Chaplaincy
BCT 02 The Law Enforcement & Fire Family
BCT 03 Stress Management
BCT 04 Ceremonies and Events
BCT 05 Responder Family Support
BCT 06 Constitutional Law/Confidentiality
BCT 07 Foundations in Chaplaincy
BCT 08 Ethics of a Chaplain
BCT 09 Moral Injury
BCT 10 Suicide Prevention
BCT 11 Line of Duty Death and Injury
First Responder Community Support Group for Survivors of Suicide
Virtual - 2nd Tuesday of each month
Marriage Retreat - Responding To Relationships
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news—Responding to Relationships (RTR) is back! Our next retreat will take place October 16–18 at the The Inverness Denver Hotel.
Because space is limited to 40 military/first responder couples, this form gives you the opportunity to be notified as soon as registration goes live. Please note that completing this form does not reserve your spot or guarantee registration.
This retreat is open to couples who have not previously attended a Responding to Relationships retreat. Once registration opens, eligible couples will be able to register on a first-come, first-served basis.
By completing this form, you are requesting to receive a notification when registration becomes available.
First Responder Community Support Group for Survivors of Suicide
Virtual - 2nd Tuesday of each month
First Responder Community Support Group for Survivors of Suicide
Virtual - 2nd Tuesday of each month
Serving the Shield Annual Conference
2027 Serving The Shield Annual Conference
Date | Time:
April 21, 2027 from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Location:
TBD
Save the Date - Details Coming Soon.
Struggle Well for Executive Leadership
To RSVP for the training or to learn more, email Dan Brite at dbrite@dcsheriff.net or call at 720-233-9076.
SAFLEO Train-the-Trainer Virtual Workshop
SAFLEO Train-the-Trainer Virtual Workshop
Live Session Date/Time: Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Eastern Time
Credit Hours: 8 hours
You can register for this event directly at: https://www.safleo.org/Training/Event/July-16-2026
First Responder Community Support Group for Survivors of Suicide
Virtual - 2nd Tuesday of each month
SAFLEO Line Officer Virtual Training
SAFLEO Line Officer Virtual Training
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Training will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time
Lunch break will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., Eastern Time
Credit Hours: 4 hours
You can register for this event directly at: https://www.safleo.org/Training/Event/July-2-2026
SAFLEO Leadership and Supervision Virtual Training
SAFLEO Leadership and Supervision Virtual Training
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Training will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time
Lunch break will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., Eastern Time
Credit Hours: 4 hours
You can register for this event directly at: https://www.safleo.org/Training/Event/June-30-2026
SAFLEO Line Officer Virtual Training
SAFLEO Line Officer Virtual Training
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Training will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time
Lunch break will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., Eastern Time
Credit Hours: 4 hours
You can register for this event directly at: https://www.safleo.org/Training/Event/June-25-2026
SAFLEO Leadership and Supervision Virtual Training
SAFLEO Leadership and Supervision Virtual Training
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Training will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Mountain Time
Lunch break will be held from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m., Mountain Time
Credit Hours: 4 hours
You can register for this event directly at: https://www.safleo.org/Training/Event/June-18-2026
Peer Support Retreat
Retreats, Trainings, & Resilience
Tools That Work
Peer Support Retreat June 17 - 19
For years, agencies have requested a peer support retreat. A retreat built for individual peer supporters, not the entire team. Too many agencies can't afford to send the entire team at once.
June is our answer to that.
Held at our Eagle Creek Retreat Center in the mountains above Idyllwild, California, this 3-day, 2-night retreat is designed specifically for peer supporters who routinely help others through critical incidents, cumulative trauma, and occupational stress.
Alongside peer supporters from other agencies, attendees will step out of their support role and into their own restoration. The retreat covers the emotional demands of the peer support role, signs of compassion fatigue and secondary traumatic stress, practical self-regulation and resilience skills, and the line between helping, over-functioning, and rescuing. Every attendee leaves with a personalized resilience and self-care plan and a realistic post-retreat aftercare plan to back it up.
Retreat Details
Arrive Wednesday, June 17 between 11:00 - 11:30 AM (PT)
Depart Friday, June 19 at approximately 11:00 AM (PT)
Cost: $2,000 per person
Registration required. Space is limited
This is a first-of-its-kind offering from Shift Wellness, and seats will fill fast. If you have peer supporters who give everything to others, this retreat gives something back.
First Responder Community Support Group for Survivors of Suicide
Virtual - 2nd Tuesday of each month
Intensity vs. Connection: The Core Conflict Driving Chemsex
This training explores the central role of intensity-driven learning in chemsex and how it reshapes desire, behavior, and recovery trajectories. Moving beyond traditional addiction frameworks, participants will examine how substances paired with sexual experience create powerful, rapidly encoded arousal patterns that prioritize intensity over connection and meaning. The presentation introduces a clinically grounded model of the “intensity gap” to explain common recovery challenges such as anhedonia, euphoric recall, and difficulty re-engaging in relational intimacy. Attendees will leave with practical, immediately applicable tools to help clients retrain arousal, rebuild meaning-based connection, and navigate recovery without relying on high-intensity reinforcement.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Explain how chemsex functions as an accelerated form of erotic learning driven by intensity and dopamine-based conditioning.
Identify key clinical phenomena associated with the “intensity gap,” including anhedonia, euphoric recall, and disrupted intimacy.
Apply practical interventions (e.g., intensity mapping, “finish the story,” and meaning-based arousal strategies) to support sustainable recovery and sexual reintegration.
There are 2.0 continuing education credits available for this course.
The Weight of Service: Trauma, Moral Injury, and the Unbroken Program for First Responders (Copy) (Copy)
Description
First responders, veterans, and active-duty service members experience elevated levels of trauma exposure, placing them at increased risk for a range of mental health concerns. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and moral injury frequently present with overlapping yet distinct clinical features and are often accompanied by co-occurring disorders such as substance use, depression, and anxiety. Evolving treatment approaches emphasize trauma-focused care, enhanced engagement strategies, and culturally responsive interventions tailored to the unique experiences of these populations. Specialized programming, such as The Meadows’ Unbroken program, reflects an ongoing commitment to addressing the complex clinical needs of those who serve on the front lines.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to enhance clinicians’ understanding of trauma-related mental health concerns in first responders, veterans, and active-duty personnel. Emphasis is placed on differentiation between PTSD and moral injury, recognition of common comorbidities, and application of trauma-focused approaches to improve engagement and treatment outcomes.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
Identify key mental health risks and stressors affecting first responders, veterans, and active-duty personnel.
Differentiate between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and moral injury, including their distinct clinical presentations and implications for treatment.
Recognize common comorbid conditions, including substance use disorders, depression, and anxiety.
Apply trauma-focused approaches to enhance client engagement and improve treatment outcomes.
The Weight of Service: Trauma, Moral Injury, and the Unbroken Program for First Responders (Copy)
Description
First responders, veterans, and active-duty service members experience elevated levels of trauma exposure, placing them at increased risk for a range of mental health concerns. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and moral injury frequently present with overlapping yet distinct clinical features and are often accompanied by co-occurring disorders such as substance use, depression, and anxiety. Evolving treatment approaches emphasize trauma-focused care, enhanced engagement strategies, and culturally responsive interventions tailored to the unique experiences of these populations. Specialized programming, such as The Meadows’ Unbroken program, reflects an ongoing commitment to addressing the complex clinical needs of those who serve on the front lines.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to enhance clinicians’ understanding of trauma-related mental health concerns in first responders, veterans, and active-duty personnel. Emphasis is placed on differentiation between PTSD and moral injury, recognition of common comorbidities, and application of trauma-focused approaches to improve engagement and treatment outcomes.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
Identify key mental health risks and stressors affecting first responders, veterans, and active-duty personnel.
Differentiate between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and moral injury, including their distinct clinical presentations and implications for treatment.
Recognize common comorbid conditions, including substance use disorders, depression, and anxiety.
Apply trauma-focused approaches to enhance client engagement and improve treatment outcomes.
The Weight of Service: Trauma, Moral Injury, and the Unbroken Program for First Responders
Description
First responders, veterans, and active-duty service members experience elevated levels of trauma exposure, placing them at increased risk for a range of mental health concerns. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and moral injury frequently present with overlapping yet distinct clinical features and are often accompanied by co-occurring disorders such as substance use, depression, and anxiety. Evolving treatment approaches emphasize trauma-focused care, enhanced engagement strategies, and culturally responsive interventions tailored to the unique experiences of these populations. Specialized programming, such as The Meadows’ Unbroken program, reflects an ongoing commitment to addressing the complex clinical needs of those who serve on the front lines.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to enhance clinicians’ understanding of trauma-related mental health concerns in first responders, veterans, and active-duty personnel. Emphasis is placed on differentiation between PTSD and moral injury, recognition of common comorbidities, and application of trauma-focused approaches to improve engagement and treatment outcomes.
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
Identify key mental health risks and stressors affecting first responders, veterans, and active-duty personnel.
Differentiate between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and moral injury, including their distinct clinical presentations and implications for treatment.
Recognize common comorbid conditions, including substance use disorders, depression, and anxiety.
Apply trauma-focused approaches to enhance client engagement and improve treatment outcomes.
HEALING ATTACHMENT WOUNDS, BREAKING CYCLES & REPAIRING BONDS
Research indicates interpersonal/relationship issues are the number one motivator of first responder suicide ahead of all other known contributing factors. Similar research reveals interpersonal relationships are the most significant threat to safety off duty. Divorce rates in this population are historically reported to be as high as 60–75% (far above national averages), and officers in divorce are five times more likely to die by suicide than adults of marital status within stable marriages. These ruptures are directly the product of cumulative occupational trauma, insecure attachment patterns (avoidance, emotional numbing, hypervigilance), and the secondary traumatic stress from partners and family members. The constant interruptions of shift work, lack of sleep, and erratic schedules erode a sense of safety, dynamics of attachment, and security at home, manifesting in the form of cycles of social isolation, conflict, withdrawal, and increasing disconnection.
Common Barriers to Healing
✅Cultural pressure to “suck it up” - vulnerability perceived as weakness
✅Fear of professional consequences (confidentiality, job security)
✅Limited access to trauma-informed couples familiar with responder culture
✅Secondary trauma in partners/families is often invisible and unsupported.
How “Mending the Line” Will Help
✅Targets relational repair as direct suicide prevention
✅Brain-based, attachment-informed strategies tailored to first responders
✅Provides: understanding of trauma, attachment, and cycles in relationships
✅Tools to rebuild emotional safety, trust, and connection
✅Communication skills that honor both responder and partner experiences
✅Practical tools for understanding ruptures and how to repair
✅How to build on what is going well and areas to work on
✅“Never leave a partner behind” applies at home, too
Bible Study and Discussion- Finding Peace: Don't Harden Your Heart
Join us for a thoughtful and engaging Bible study session. Together, we'll explore scripture, share insights, and discuss how its teachings apply to daily life.
First Responder Community Support Group for Survivors of Suicide
Virtual - 2nd Tuesday of each month
Advanced Chaplain Training
Registration is now closed
Advanced Chaplain Training
This one-day RMPFC Advanced Training offers several of our most popular and important courses for Chaplains to expand their knowledge, skills, and abilities to support responders.
ACT 406 - Chaplain Safety and De-Escalation (4 hr)
ACT 407 - Autism - Emergency Response Chaplain Training Requirements (1 hr)
ACT 502 - Critical Incident Debrief / OIS (2 hr)
ACT 504 - Chaplain Emotional Resilience & Spiritual Care (1 hr)
Location(s):
In Person or Online
Discovery Christian Church
2605 W 144th Ave
Broomfield, CO 80023
Date | Time:
April 23, 2026
8:00am - 5:00pm