The only course to empower First Responders
with a personalized and custom retirement transition plan so you can step confidently into the next chapter of your life
Embrace a retirement that is not just a milestone
but an exciting new chapter in your life!
The silent struggle of first responders
Did you know that 80% of First Responders struggle with sleeplessness, anxiety, depression, increased alcohol use, and relationship struggles in the first 6 months after retirement?
In our research on retirement transition, a troubling pattern emerged, shedding light on the silent struggles faced by first responders’ post-retirement. Shockingly, the data revealed a substantial increase in suicide rates too..
Did you know that a significant number of first responders take their own lives after retirement… and an estimated 40% of these suicides occur in the first year of retiring!
Source: Ruderman Family Foundation
These alarming figures show the impact of losing a career in service, compounded by ongoing medical
and mental health issues, pain management, and financial difficulties. Addressing these silent
struggles is not just a concern but an urgent necessity to safeguard the well-being of some of the
most important people in our society.
If you’re coming up on retirement or recently retired…
Does this sound familiar?
Most first responders find themselves creeping up on retirement and grappling with emotional and physical exhaustion, often without a clear plan. The hesitancy to address life post-retirement is fueled by the deep grief tied to traumatic incidents and the impending loss of identity and purpose.
Many believe they'll sort things out after a break, but the last workday becomes a battlefield of emotions, filled with mixed feelings of sorrow and accomplishment. Memories of lost colleagues and citizens linger, accompanied by a deep sadness and loss.
The journey to retirement becomes a private struggle, with tears, hidden goodbyes, and the weight of a lifetime of service lingering in silence.
Retirement is a beginning, not an end
With the right planning, you CAN establish your new personal identity and purpose, so you can go into your last work days with gratitude, pride and a sense of accomplishment.Â
You can continue to grow professionally, achieve, and thrive without the looming sense of dread and the belief that life, as you know it, is coming to an end.
If you’ve already retired from your first responder career,
there is no better time than now to get started!.
Better late than never.
The 5 Step Guided Solution
to a meaningful retirement
There are 5 steps to creating a custom and personalized retirement transition blueprint for your life’s next journey.
1
Define what would feel meaningful and purposeful in your life and the actions that will bring you fulfillment.
2
Plan your physical and psychological health goals.
3
Live an active and meaningful retirement lifestyle.
4
Identify the best places to live in America or Globally.
5
Putting it all together by completing your successful retirement blueprint..
Or, you can keep telling yourself that you’ll figure it out on your own and that things will be okay with more time.
But if you’re serious about creating a plan,
The First Responder Retirement Academy
is for you
Going beyond the confines of traditional retirement planning, our academy uniquely centers on health, psychology, geography, and relationships. It's not just about financial security; we acknowledge and address the silent struggles many first responders face while navigating the loss of identity, seeking purpose, and dealing with the void left by the absence of daily camaraderie.
Take charge and create your plan with the only program crafted to embrace the holistic aspects of life beyond the badge.
Here’s what we’ll cover
The Foundational Knowledge
Gain essential insights into the course's purpose and significance for your life post-retirement. Learn from personal stories of struggle, building trust in the process. This module sets the foundation for a transformative journey.
Your Next Purpose & Mission
Explore the challenges of retirement planning and the loss of identity and purpose while overcoming feelings of loss and confusion. In this module you’ll discover how to find your next mission.
Keeping You at Your Physical Peak
Understand the impact of health on retirement and create a personalized blueprint. Learn to maintain mental and physical well-being, leading to a transformative "I Can Breathe Now" moment.
Mental Health - Cleaning Your Hard Drive
In this module we will address psychological health, log critical incident history, and choose appropriate treatments so you can navigate a pathway to post-trauma growth, resulting in a clearer mind.
Longevity – Living an Active Life
It’s time to embrace an active lifestyle and we’ll show you how to support it with a longevity plan and family involvement, understanding how to stack the cards in your favor.
Geography – Where Do I Live?
Evaluate whether to stay or move based on your current and future needs. Discover the ideal living environment and explore geographic solutions for your post-retirement dream location.
Drafting Your Retirement Blueprint
Create a personalized retirement blueprint, gain confidence for fearless planning, and learn to embrace the process, leaving room for unexpected changes as you plan your next life phase.
First Responder Psychological Survival Strategies
Learn psychological survival strategies such as tactical breathing and grounding techniques. Equip yourself with tools to navigate the challenges unique to first responders.
Testimonials
“I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed the retirement class that you presented. It truly relieved my anxiety and gave me a roadmap to success in my future pursuits after this stage of my working life. Facing the challenges of retirement from law enforcement head-on with all the pathways that you brought to the forefront gave me a newfound confidence in jumping into the next stage of my life. Before the class, I was so stressed out about retirement about the end of this juncture. I was afraid to pull the plug.
Thank you so very much!”
-Dee B.
"Thank you for this course and the work you do to help the first responder community. This was a very insightful course."
- Paul H.
"Awesome training! I loved this course, thank you for your time and service to our community!"
- Kendra O.
"Thank you for teaching me something I will use for life."
- George C
"Excellent! [Jim] brought insight into many topics that are not frequently talked about. The first responder experience and personal stories made this course enjoyable."
- Marta R.
"[The instructor] has first-hand knowledge of our jobs and real-life experiences."
- Jason B.
Instructor Bio
With over three decades dedicated to the first responder profession, my journey led me to unexpected turns that reshaped my life's purpose. Facing 11 broken bones and 7 surgeries due to work-related injuries, I realized it was time to refocus my life. During a two-month medical leave for reconstructive surgery, I began to think about my next purpose post-retirement. Enlisting in the California Army National Guard at 53 added a new layer to my skill set, enhancing my leadership abilities and business management tools. This changed the course of my life in a meaningful way and I realized that I wanted to help other first responders have the same retirement transition.
Discovering the retirement struggles among first responders, my wife Susan and I embarked on a new mission. We explored the impact of unexpected retirement on our brave first responders and seeing the emotional rollercoaster these heroes encountered post-service made us realize that many retiring first responders lacked a clear plan. This inspired the birth of first responder retirement education and planning. This initiative aimed to guide individuals in transitioning to a fulfilling retirement, combating anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
Recognizing the need for a comprehensive retirement transition model, we established the First Responder Retirement Academy. Today, we assist retiring first responders in crafting a blueprint for their next 20-30 years, fostering happiness, fulfillment, and a renewed sense of purpose. Through our program, they rediscover meaning each day, contribute to society, and plan their personal legacy, saving the lifesavers who dedicated their careers to saving others.
Choose the Right Option for You
The Academy
- 3 Months of Access to the Course
- 3 Months of Access to Digital Downloads, Worksheets, and Exercises
- 7 Modules of Course Content
- 46 Video Lessons
The Academy +Community
- Everything in Package One, Plus +
- 6 Months of Access to the Course
- 6 Months of Access to Bi-Monthly Zoom Group Coaching (1 Hour)
- Lifetime Access to Private Facebook Community
- Exclusive Podcast Interviews With Other Retirees & Their Stories/Experience
The Academy Class +Coaching
- Everything in Package Two, +
- 12 Months of Access to the Course
- 3 Private 1-on-1 Coaching Sessions (1 Hour)
- 12 Months of Access to Bi-Monthly Zoom Group Coaching (1 Hour)
- Lifetime Access to Private Facebook Community
- 12 Months of Access to Digital Downloads of Fire Responder Retirement Journeys
Satisfaction Guarantee
We know the material in this course works and works well… but we also know you can’t know that for sure until you’re inside the course. That’s why you can join now, watch the videos, try out the exercises, and go through the process for 30 days… and if after that you’re unsatisfied for any reason just email us for a full refund.
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First Responder Retirement Academy
Hymark Consulting
P.O. Box 101
Wilton, CA, 95693
USA
Phone: 1-916-895-1536
Email: [email protected]
