Northwest Peer Support Conference
February 4-7, 2020
Salem Convention Center
Responder Life in partnership with Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training and Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office invite you to join them at the Northwest Peer Support Conference, an annual gathering of first responders, mental health professionals, and chaplains involved in the behavioral health, wellness, and peer support initiatives in their public safety agencies.
The training is intended to educate members/partners of peer support teams in various crisis related issues. The conference promotes the health and well-being of our emergency responders. It will equip those who provide confidential support and assistance to our peers and their families when they are experiencing emotional, psychological, or spiritual distress due to critical work-related or personal events.
Conference Schedule
Pre-Conference
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
Conference
Wednesday – Thursday, February 5-6
Bonus: Post-Conference Training
Friday, February 7
Registration Information
Registration Cost:
- $199 per person for first responders, chaplains, and mental health professionals
- $99 per person for spouse/partner of first responder
Spouses/partners of first responders encouraged to attend and eligible for scholarships.
Contact Info:
Questions: Send us a message or call us at 503.320.8775
Lodging
The Grand Hotel
200 Commercial St. SE
Salem, OR 97301
To make a reservation, please call (971) 333-1644 and refer to the Responder Life Peer Support Conference for group rate.
Hotel and convention center in the same building
Phoenix Inn Suites
4370 Commercial St SE
Salem Oregon 97302
To make a reservation, please call (503) 588-9220 and refer to the Responder Life Peer Support Conference for group rate.
10 minute drive to the convention center
NW Peer Support Conference Scholarships
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, Responder Life is providing a limited number of scholarships to first responders who require financial assistance in order to attend the 2020 Northwest Peer Support Conference in Salem, Oregon. The scholarship will cover the cost of registration ($199) which includes lunch at the pre-conference and both conference days. Preference will be given to those traveling 50+ miles and who represent rural/smaller agencies. However, anyone with demonstrated financial need is encouraged to apply.
Eligibility:
- An Oregon First Responder or significant other of a first responder (law enforcement, fire, dispatch, corrections, search & rescue, etc.)
- Must attend both days of main conference, February 5-6. Pre-conference attendance is encouraged.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Request for refunds must be received in writing no later than Thursday, January 30, 2020. A service fee of $25 will be charged for all cancellations received by that date. Refunds will not be made for cancellations requested or postmarked after January 30, 2020 or for participants who register but do not attend. No exception to this policy can be considered as our funds are fully committed to the production of the conference. All refunds will be mailed after the conclusion of the conference.
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