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Firefighter Support Network (FSN)


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The mission of the Firefighter Support Network (FSN) is to provide confidential non punitive assistance to our Firefighters, their families, Retirees, and our civilian members in their time of need. Our goal is to provide the highest degree of Spiritual, Mental, Emotional, and Physical support.

The FSN is comprised of the two Staff Psychologists, multiple Doctoral Interns, Critical Incident Stress Management Team, Family Assistant Coordinator, Member Advocate, and Chaplaincy.

Our team provides but is not limited to; HR support (Benefits, FMLA, WC), Hospital visits, Mental health, Spiritual Support, Funeral assistance, Education, & Financial support.

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For more information on a specific area, please visit these website links:

  • Behavioral Health / CISM >>>
  • Chaplain >>>
  • Members Advocacy >>>


    • Contacts

    HFD Psychologists
    Dr. Leah Belsches
    832-405-6865
    Leah.belsches@houstontx.gov

    CISM Team Leader
    Captain Jason Wilson
    281-507-8702
    Jason.Wilson@houstontx.gov

    CISM Assistant Team Leader
    Firefighter Laura Saavedra
    281-460-5686
    laura.saavedra@houstontx.gov

    Family Assistance Coordinator
    EOP James Wick
    346-266-5633
    James.wick@houstontx.gov

    Member Advocate
    Captain Vidal Molina
    281-896-9499
    Vidal.Molina@houstontx.gov

    Chaplain
    Captain Richard R. Ponce II
    281-386-5032
    Richard.ponce@houstontx.gov

    FSN Assistant
    Captain Vashon Day
    281-409-9256
    Vashon.day@houstontx.gov

    For EMERGENCIES
    Dial 911, HFD Dispatch (713-884-3143), or the local Crisis Hotline (866-970-4770)