Volunteer Firefighter Wellness Event: November 5-6, 2020

Volunteer Fire Foundationis a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Sonoma County, California. Since launching in 2020, we have been committed to helping Northern California fire agencies recruit new volunteer firefighters, retain the ones they have, and protect them from environmental and mental health hazards along the way.EIN: 85-2983467

Volunteer Fire Foundation

Free wellness event for Sonoma County volunteer firefighters featuring massage, acupuncture, chiropractic care, naturopathic medicine, etc.

Gold Ridge Fire District

Four Sonoma County nonprofits, <a href="https://www.volunteerfire.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Volunteer Fire Foundation</a> and <a href="https://www.integrativehealersactionnetwork.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Integrative Healers Action Network</a>, <a href="https://www.thesixfoundation.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Six Foundation</a>, and <a href="https://www.pawsaslovingsupport.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Paws As Loving Support</a> have partnered to offer a multi-modality wellness event to support volunteer firefighters. It works like this:<ol><li>Book one of four wellness sessions (there are two on Friday, Nov. 5, and two on Saturday, Nov. 6)</li><li>When you arrive at your scheduled time, we’ll register and direct you to your first treatment</li><li>You’re welcome to experience as many – or as few – treatments as you’d like during your session </li></ol>Treatments typically include:*Massage therapy:  20-minute clothes-on massage on a treatment table with a licensed massage therapistSupports relaxation and relief of tension in the muscles and nervous systemSports therapy: 20-minute treatment featuring manual therapy alongside functional/movement assessment Supports relief from chronic and/or acute muscular/skeletal pain and greater physical strength and efficiency Acupuncture: 15-20 minute treatment while sitting in a chair with small needles inserted in specific points on the body with a licensed acupuncturistSupports the nervous system, stress, pain, detoxification, mood, and overall healthChiropractic: 15-20 minute treatment featuring spinal adjustments with a chiropractic doctorSupports pain relief, nervous system balancing, and structural alignmentYoga &amp; Pilates: 20-minute one-on-one session with a certified yoga or Pilates instructorSupports the nervous system and improves flexibility, all levels welcomeNaturopathic Medicine: - Nebulized Glutathione: 10-15 minute breathing treatment with glutathione, one of the body's main antioxidant and detox substances.Helps to relieve shortness of breath or chronic cough associated with exposure to smoke or toxins- Intravenous vitamin C and B vitamins: 15-20 minute IV therapy treatment with high doses of vitamin C and B vitamins. Supports immunity and energy, as well as whole-body antioxidant support*All practitioners are licensed and experienced in working with first responders and their treatments are designed with your specific needs and concerns in mind. Please note that our practitioners' schedules are subject to change and there may be some variation in treatments offered.A few pointers to get the most out of the event:1. When you arrive at Gold Ridge Station 2 (*the one on Watertrough Rd., not Hessel Rd.), please come to the back door for a temperature check2. Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing (workout clothes are great)3. We will do our best to ensure that you receive your preferred treatments, and in a timely manner, but your patience and willingness to try something new are encouraged and appreciated!4. Space is limited, so if you can’t make your session or wish to switch sessions, please email us at info@volunteerfire.org as soon as possible5. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followedIt’s going to be a phenomenal event. We can’t wait to see you there!

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