Trauma Intervention Program of Northern Nevada

Trauma Intervention Program of Northern Nevada TIP of Northern Nevada – Helping People on the Worst Day of Their Lives. Volunteer-powered. Community-focused. TIP volunteers are available 24/7/365. Nevada.

Providing 24/7 emotional first aid and compassionate support when it matters most. "Thank you for being there on the worst day of my life." ~TIP client following the death of her toddler. TIP volunteers are called to emergency scenes by public safety personnel to assist family members after a sudden death, suicide, drowning, crime, & other traumatic events. This program benefits our community in a

number of ways, including saving the emergency response system time & money, involving citizen volunteers in public safety, & providing a valuable service to survivors of tragedy who are often experiencing the worst hours of their lives. "The TIP program is extremely helpful to law enforcement & is an excellent intermediary for both emergency responder & victim/family needs." ~ Detective Digesti, Washoe County Sheriff's Office

"TIP has certainly become a resource our department & officers on the street count on to support us in caring for citizens in N. I believe their work is an invaluable asset to our community." ~Lori Fralick, Victim Assistance Office Supervisor, Reno Police Dept.

Crisis doesn't keep business hours—and neither do we. Our volunteers are ready 24/7 to provide compassionate emotional s...
08/10/2026

Crisis doesn't keep business hours—and neither do we. Our volunteers are ready 24/7 to provide compassionate emotional support to those experiencing tragedy and loss. ❤️

No family should have to navigate unimaginable loss alone.Whether it's in a hospital room, an emergency department, or a...
08/09/2026

No family should have to navigate unimaginable loss alone.

Whether it's in a hospital room, an emergency department, or a quiet family waiting area, some of life's hardest conversations happen within hospital walls. In those moments, grief can feel overwhelming, questions seem endless, and even the smallest decision can feel impossible.

That's where TIP volunteers step in.

Our volunteers provide emotional first aid, compassionate support, and a calming presence for families after the sudden loss of a loved one. We don't replace family, friends, or counselors—we simply make sure no one has to face those first heartbreaking moments alone.

Sometimes hope begins with a chair pulled close.
A hand reaching out.
A quiet conversation.
Someone willing to stay.

❤️ Every family deserves compassion.
❤️ Every loss deserves dignity.
❤️ Every person deserves to know they are not alone.

If you or someone you know is in need of TIP services, we're here to help.
📞 24/7 Response Line: (775) 745-5514

Trauma can feel incredibly isolating.In the aftermath of tragedy, many survivors feel like no one understands what they'...
08/09/2026

Trauma can feel incredibly isolating.

In the aftermath of tragedy, many survivors feel like no one understands what they're going through. The weight of grief, fear, shock, or uncertainty can make the road ahead feel overwhelming.

That's why connection matters.

Healing doesn't happen because someone takes away the pain. Healing begins when someone is willing to walk beside us through it.

At TIP of Northern Nevada, our volunteers provide Emotional First Aid by offering support, compassion, and a steady presence during life's most difficult moments.
No one should have to face tragedy alone. And no one should have to heal alone either. 💙

Sometimes the right words cannot change what happened, but they can remind someone they do not have to face it alone. ❤️...
08/08/2026

Sometimes the right words cannot change what happened, but they can remind someone they do not have to face it alone. ❤️

If someone you cared about was facing one of the hardest moments of their life, what words would you want them to hear?

Share yours in the comments.

❤️ Heroes walk among us every day. Sometimes, they just need someone to notice.Every shift, first responders across Nort...
08/08/2026

❤️ Heroes walk among us every day. Sometimes, they just need someone to notice.
Every shift, first responders across Northern Nevada go beyond the call of duty—not because they have to, but because they choose compassion in someone's darkest moment.

Do you know a law enforcement officer, firefighter, paramedic, medical examiner, hospital employee, or other first responder who made a lasting impact through kindness, empathy, and extraordinary care?

Nominate them for a Heroes with Heart Award! ❤️

Nominations are accepted year-round, and each submission helps us recognize the incredible individuals who remind us that compassion is one of the greatest forms of service.

Submit your nomination here: https://tipnnv.org/events/heroes-with-heart-nomination/
Let's celebrate the heroes who lead with heart. ❤️

❤️ It’s Feedback Friday! ❤️We’re so grateful for Rebecca and the compassion, support, and care she brings to every famil...
08/07/2026

❤️ It’s Feedback Friday! ❤️

We’re so grateful for Rebecca and the compassion, support, and care she brings to every family she serves. Thank you to the Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office for recognizing the difference she makes during some of life’s most difficult moments.

Rebecca, thank you for representing TIP with such a kind and helpful heart!

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🚒❤️ Champion partners make champion communities.Today we're proud to recognize the City of Reno Fire Department as one o...
08/07/2026

🚒❤️ Champion partners make champion communities.

Today we're proud to recognize the City of Reno Fire Department as one of our valued TIP Champion Partners.

Thank you for your trust in calling TIP volunteers to your scenes to provide compassionate emotional and practical support to individuals and families experiencing tragedy. Your partnership allows first responders to focus on the emergency while our volunteers focus on the people whose lives have been forever changed.

We are grateful for your collaboration, your confidence in our team, and your unwavering commitment to serving our community.

Thank you for standing beside us as we stand beside others.

❤️ Reno Fire Department—we appreciate you.



Reno Fire Department

❤️ Resource Round Up: Senior Citizen ServicesGrowing older shouldn't mean navigating life alone. This week's TIPNNV Reso...
08/06/2026

❤️ Resource Round Up: Senior Citizen Services

Growing older shouldn't mean navigating life alone. This week's TIPNNV Resource Round Up highlights resources available to help older adults and their caregivers access support, healthcare, and services throughout Northern Nevada.

👵👴 Senior Citizen Services:

❤️ Access to Healthcare
📞 (877) 385-2345

❤️ Call 211
Information on senior services including adult day care, respite care, activities, and Alzheimer's/dementia resources.
📞 211

❤️ Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
📍 5460 Reno Corporate Dr., Reno
📞 (775) 321-4895

❤️ Nevada Aging and Disability Services
📞 (775) 687-0800

❤️ Eldercare Locator
📞 (800) 677-1116

❤️ Lifeline
Low-cost or free emergency response systems.
📞 (855) 681-5351

❤️ Medicare
📞 (800) 633-4227

❤️ Alzheimer's Association of Nevada
📞 Reno Office: (775) 786-8061
📞 24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900

❤️ Nevada Department of Veteran Services
📞 (775) 321-4880

❤️ Office of Consumer Health Assistance
📞 (702) 486-3587
📞 Toll-Free: (888) 333-1597

❤️ Sanford Center for Aging
Comprehensive geriatric assessment and support center.
📞 (775) 784-4774

❤️ Seniors In Service
Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion, and Caregiver Voucher programs.
📞 (775) 358-2322

❤️ Senior RX and Disability RX Program
📞 (866) 303-6323, Option 2

❤️ Social Security Administration
📍 1170 Harvard Way, Reno
📞 National: (800) 772-1213
📞 Reno Office: (888) 808-5481

❤️ Washoe County Senior Services
📞 (775) 328-2575

💙 Support is available for seniors and those who care for them. No one should have to navigate aging alone.

📖 Find these and many more resources in the TIP Northern Nevada Resource Guide at TIPNNV.org.

🥤 Help Us Pour Support Back Into Our Community! ❤️TIP Northern Nevada is looking for volunteers to help serve drinks at ...
08/05/2026

🥤 Help Us Pour Support Back Into Our Community! ❤️

TIP Northern Nevada is looking for volunteers to help serve drinks at the 2026 Nugget Rib Cook-Off!

This is a fun, fast-paced way to make a real impact. For every hour you volunteer, TIPNNV earns a donation that helps us continue providing immediate emotional and practical support to people experiencing tragedy throughout Northern Nevada.

Volunteer Details:
🍖 2 volunteers needed per booth, per shift
⏰ Shift 1: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
⏰ Shift 2: 3:15 PM – 9:30 PM
🪪 Volunteers must have a valid Alcohol Awareness Card

Whether you can help for one shift or several, your time directly supports the lifesaving work of our volunteers and the survivors we serve.

📩 Send us a message to sign up or to learn more!

Every drink served helps bring hope, healing, and help to someone when they need it most. Thank you for supporting TIPNNV and our community—we couldn't do it without volunteers like you! ❤️



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💙 Dispelling the Myths of Grief | Week 1Myth #1: Grief and mourning are the same thing.While they're often used interch...
08/05/2026

💙 Dispelling the Myths of Grief | Week 1

Myth #1: Grief and mourning are the same thing.

While they're often used interchangeably, they aren't the same.

Grief is what happens inside us—the thoughts, emotions, and pain we carry after the death of someone we love.

Mourning is what happens outside us—sharing our story, expressing our emotions, crying, talking, remembering, creating rituals, and allowing others to walk alongside us.

Healing doesn't come from simply experiencing grief. Healing comes through mourning.

Unfortunately, our culture often encourages people to "stay strong," "keep busy," or "move on." Those messages can leave people grieving in silence instead of mourning in the presence of compassionate support.

At TIP of Northern Nevada, we know there is no timeline for grief, and there is no shame in expressing it. You don't have to carry it alone.

❤️ Grief is what you feel. Mourning is what you do with those feelings.

If this resonates with you, share it with someone who may need the reminder that healing isn't about hiding pain—it's about allowing yourself to be seen through it.

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