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Responder Life

Tualatin, Oregon-based 501(c)(3) that equips first responders in the Pacific Northwest — police, fire, EMS, 911 dispatch, and corrections — to care for themselves, their families, and their neighbors. Established in 2004, it helps agencies select, train, and develop peer support leaders, provides secure rest-stop rooms for first responders to recover from difficult calls, and hosts an annual Northwest Peer Support Conference.

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Cost
Not stated on the org's own site
Coverage
Pacific Northwest (based in Tualatin, Oregon) (Oregon)
Eligibility
First responders in the Pacific Northwest (own site); some programs are agency-facing
Last Verified
October 9, 2026

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