TRIBUTE VIDEO - Stomping Out The Stigma 2024 - West Palm to Surfside, FL

South Florida First Responders UNITED with Tim Roberto for Awareness!

This video follows Tim Roberto, veteran Marine and certified counselor on his 3rd annual journey to Surfside FL with a mission to bring a heightened awareness of the alarming rates of PTSD and Suicide among veteran, law enforcement officers and firefighters.

It shows the exceptional support of Greenacers (FL) Fire Rescue and the many Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters from Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties along the route from West Palm Beach to Miami Florida for 6 days in April of 2024.

Surfside Florida was chosen as the destination of this year's walk due to the incredibly sudden and tragic collapse where 98 souls lost their lives in June of 2021.

STOMPING OUT THE STIGMA - THE WHY

Military veteran suicide rates and first responder suicide rates in Florida are alarmingly high, with Palm Beach County leading Florida and the nation in first responder suicide.

Professionals such as firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency dispatchers, and active (or veteran) military personnel are all susceptible to mental traumas throughout their careers. These traumas can cause PTSD and, regrettably, suicide.

If you're experiencing the strain of the job, please know that you are not alone.

Confidential resources are available to provide private assistance. You can speak with a trained peer or counselor, possibly even someone from your own profession, who can guide you comfortably toward solutions.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to Tim Roberto at [email protected] or call his direct number at 561-876-8637.

Tim is a certified addiction counselor, certified recovery coach professional, and sober transport/sober companion who can provide confidential support. Strict de-identification and confidentiality guaranteed.