IT STARTS DAY 1
You Were Never Meant to Fight Alone
Day1Week1 provides immediate, free, and lasting mental health support for
first responders and veterans so no one is left behind in service or healing.
Who We Serve
For those who have carried the weight.
Day1Week1 exists to serve first responders, veterans, and their families—people who step into responsibility, danger, and pressure so others don’t have to. When the call ends and the uniform comes off, the weight of service doesn’t always disappear.
We focus on the people behind the role, providing steady support, clear pathways to care, and a community that understands the cost of showing up day after day.
Be Part of a Mission That Saves Lives
Your support helps fund real, measurable care for first responders, veterans, and their families. By choosing how you give, you directly strengthen the mission and ensure help is available when it’s needed most.
WHY WE EXIST
Because Those Who Serve Shouldn’t Suffer in Silence
Those who protect our communities and those who have already served are taking their own lives at alarming rates. In 2022, the nation lost 6,407 veterans to suicide, nearly twice the rate of non-veteran adults. Independent nonprofit groups and research institutions have also recorded hundreds of first responder suicides each year.
Between 2016 and 2022, First H.E.L.P. and CNA documented 1,287 deaths among law enforcement and corrections officers, with the numbers continuing to rise.
Because federal data on first responder suicides remains incomplete, these nonprofit counts likely capture only part of the crisis. Both veterans and first responders need stronger prevention efforts, better national tracking, and ongoing access to quality mental health care.
Hope Starts Here
Reach Out
Call, text, or complete our form to connect immediately.
Get Support
Receive confidential, trauma-informed, faith-based care.
Stay Connected
We follow up and walk with you through recovery.
Real People. Real Healing
William G. / Former Firefighter
After being injured on duty, William’s life took an unexpected turn. The physical pain led to a battle with addiction, and although he began talk therapy, the mounting copays and deductibles made it impossible to keep up.
That’s when Day1Week1 stepped in — clearing his outstanding balance and giving him a chance to start fresh.
“It’s so amazing, I can finally stop thinking about how I’m going to pay that bill every night before I try to sleep.”
Today, William continues therapy without financial stress, rebuilding both his health and hope.
Parker M. Retired EMS / Paramedic
After years of serving others, Parker faced her own emergency. Severe glaucoma in both eyes threatened her ability to drive — and her independence. The surgery was scheduled, but the deductible costs were more than she could afford.
When she reached out to Day1Week1, the board of directors held an emergency meeting and approved her deductible payment within 24 hours.
“I’m so grateful they responded so quickly, I don’t know what I would have done without them.”
The surgery was successful, and Parker continues to enjoy her retirement — still serving as an advocate for responder health and support.
Every Call Matters. Every
Soul Counts
RESPONDERS AND VETERANS SUPPORTED
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FOLLOW-UP WITHIN 24 HOURS
PERSONAL CONNECTIONS DAILY
RESULTING IN ZERO BURDEN TO THE HEROES
Your prayers and partnership make this possible.
Faith Is More Than Words
It’s a Response
We serve because we believe in grace, second chances, and the healing power of God.
“Greater love has no one than this: to
lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
— John 15:13
Take Your First Step Toward
Healing or Help Someone
Take Theirs.