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Building Resilience with Mike Wierenga from 2 The Rescue

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In this episode, we welcome Mike Wierenga, retired law enforcement officer, part-time firefighter, and co-founder of 2 The Rescue (TwoTheRescue.com). With over 31 years of public safety experience, Mike shares how his career shaped his passion for mental health advocacy and the mission of 2 The Rescue. We discuss his early experiences addressing frontline mental health challenges, the critical training and resources his organization provides for first responders and their families, and actionable strategies for departments to proactively support mental and behavioral health.

Minds on the Frontline Podcast is brought to you by the Frontline Strong Together 5 Program. FST5 provides streamlined access to behavioral and mental health services, as well as crisis resources for Michigan’s frontline workers and their families. NEED HELP NOW? If you are a frontline worker in Michigan or an immediate family member experiencing any crisis—whether work-related, substance abuse, depression, relationships, finances, or other challenges—reach out by calling 1-833-34-STRONG or visit FST5.org for more information.

YouTube: @frontlinestrongtogether2346

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Content provided by Geoff Lassers and Mike Mattern, Geoff Lassers, and Mike Mattern. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Geoff Lassers and Mike Mattern, Geoff Lassers, and Mike Mattern or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

In this episode, we welcome Mike Wierenga, retired law enforcement officer, part-time firefighter, and co-founder of 2 The Rescue (TwoTheRescue.com). With over 31 years of public safety experience, Mike shares how his career shaped his passion for mental health advocacy and the mission of 2 The Rescue. We discuss his early experiences addressing frontline mental health challenges, the critical training and resources his organization provides for first responders and their families, and actionable strategies for departments to proactively support mental and behavioral health.

Minds on the Frontline Podcast is brought to you by the Frontline Strong Together 5 Program. FST5 provides streamlined access to behavioral and mental health services, as well as crisis resources for Michigan’s frontline workers and their families. NEED HELP NOW? If you are a frontline worker in Michigan or an immediate family member experiencing any crisis—whether work-related, substance abuse, depression, relationships, finances, or other challenges—reach out by calling 1-833-34-STRONG or visit FST5.org for more information.

YouTube: @frontlinestrongtogether2346

Facebook: @Minds on the Frontline

Instagram: @FrontlinePodcast

LinkedIn: @Minds on the Frontline Podcast

X: @FrontlineMinds

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