2026 Retiree Symposium

Retiree Symposium Program Overview

This one-day Retiree Symposium is designed specifically for retired first responders who are navigating life after the badge, uniform, and career. Retirement can bring pride and freedom—but it can also surface challenges related to identity, purpose, stress, relationships, wellness, and the transition into a new season of life. This program creates a supportive environment to address the emotional, psychological, physical, and relational impacts that may continue long after active service ends.

Through a proactive, evidence-based, and holistic approach, First Responders Resiliency, Inc.® (FRRI) provides practical education, meaningful discussion, and tools to help retirees thrive in their next chapter. Participants will gain strategies for managing stress, reconnecting with family and community, strengthening overall health, and rediscovering purpose beyond the profession. This symposium honors the service of retired first responders while empowering them to build a fulfilling, resilient, and healthy future.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the common emotional, psychological, and physical challenges that can arise during the transition from active service into retirement.
• Identify practical tools for managing stress, improving wellness, and supporting long-term health and longevity.
• Explore ways to reconnect with family, community, and meaningful relationships after the career.
• Develop a renewed sense of identity and purpose beyond the profession.
• Build a personalized framework for fulfillment, resilience, and continued growth in retirement.

Registration Support

Retirees, associations, peer support teams, and organizations wishing to register multiple attendees are encouraged to contact us directly for assistance. Our team can help coordinate group registration, reserve seats, and provide additional event details.

📧 register@resiliency1st.org
📞 (707) 625-0636

Event Details

Date: May 28th
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Location: The Resiliency Center
1475 W Sierra Ave, Cotati, CA 94931

Program Topics

• Navigating Identity & Purpose After the Career
• Managing Stress, Loss & Wellness in Retirement
• Reconnecting with Family, Purpose & Community
• Practical Tools for Health, Fulfillment & Longevity
• Building Resilience for the Next Chapter of Life