News & Events – Alexandria Firefighters, Inc.

Presidents Message

Welcome to the official website of the Alexandria Firefighters Inc. Local 2141. This local affiliate of the International Association of Firefighters is proud to represent over 250 active and retired members. Our members include professional firefighters, paramedics, fire marshals, emergency communication personnel, and shop maintenance personnel who have chosen to serve the citizens of the City of Alexandria.

The Local 2141 strives to protect the rights and safety of it’s members through effective relationships, proactive political involvement, and membership participation. As always we are committed to providing the highest level of care to our citizens through training and education.

We hope that this website serves as a valuable source of information for our members and our visitors. Please take time to look around and learn more about our organization. If you have any questions please send an email via our contact feature on the website.

Josh Turner

President

Local 2141

March 17, 2021/by Mike Bullis

IAFF Center of Excellence

Fitness & Wellness, News

IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery

The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind addiction treatment facility specializing in PTSD for IAFF members – and IAFF members only – who are struggling with addiction, PTSD other related behavioral health challenges to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery. It is a safe haven for members to talk with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.

Care for your unique needs

If you’re struggling with post-traumatic stress along with co-occurring depression, anxiety or substance abuse disorders, you need treatment from professionals who understand the fire service culture and the unique pressures of your job. The IAFF Center of Excellence connects you to best-practice, evidence-based therapies delivered by clinicians who understand the types of trauma you experience on a day-to-day basis.

Completely confidential treatment

Center staff cannot discuss your treatment with anyone — your fire department, family or friends — unless given explicit permission by you. This applies before, during and after your stay at the IAFF Center of Excellence.

Our Partner: Advanced Recovery Systems

With seven treatment centers across the United States, the continuum of care provided by Advanced Recovery Systems is unsurpassed. The IAFF has partnered with Advanced Recovery Systems to provide members with specialized treatment for the everyday stressors that trigger PTSD, behavioral health disorders and substance abuse.