To: Board of Supervisors
From: Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Report Title: Contract with Restoration First Responder Network, LLC
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Acting as the governing board of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a contract with Restoration First Responder Network, LLC in an amount not to exceed $710,000 for mental health care, crisis support, and training services for the period October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (CAL OES) Health and Wellness Grant Funds.
BACKGROUND:
Fire personnel at Contra Costa County Fire Protection District regularly face high-stress, high-risk situations that place significant demands on their mental health and emotional resilience. The cumulative impact of repeated exposure to trauma, long hours, and the critical nature of their work can lead to burnout, anxiety, and other long-term health challenges if left unaddressed.
To address and meet these needs, the Fire District is seeking to contract with Restoration First Responder Network (RFRN), a provider that offers specialized, culturally competent mental health services exclusively for first responders. RFRN provides a comprehensive range of services, including proactive annual check-ins, critical incident debriefings, crisis intervention, individual counseling, peer support training, and leadership and spouse education. These services are confidential and accessible in person and via telehealth, specifically designed to address the unique challenges faced by fire service professionals and their families.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this contract is not approved, the District may miss a critical opportunity to address the mental health needs of its personnel in a proactive manner.