THE JOURNEY
From your first day of service to your last, and beyond
SC4i's support follows the full arc of a career. FR-TAP is there for the part most people never plan for: the transition out.
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WHAT FR-TAP INCLUDES
Staying connected every step of the way
Career guidance
Help thinking through what comes next and building a clear path toward it.
Continued mental health support
Counseling that doesn't end when the badge or the uniform comes off, with the same no-cost, confidential care.
Family inclusion
Spouses and families go through the transition too, so they're part of the process from the start.
Peer-delivered
Support from people who understand the culture of the job and what it means to leave it.
WHO IT'S FOR
Is FR-TAP right for you?
First Responders
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Planning to retire from public safety
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Separating from service for any reason
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Already retired and finding the adjustment harder than expected
Family Members
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Spouses and partners of transitioning First Responders
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Family members adjusting to a new routine at home
Eligibility details
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Colorado First Responders
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Within five years of retirement
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Going through medical retirement
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Looking for practical steps to prepare for transition
GETTING STARTED
How to join FR-TAP
Step 1: Reach out
Call 719.822.3387, email contact@sc4i.org or use the form below.
Step 2: Assess
Attend an intake appointment to take an assessment to determine where to focus your transition activities.
Step 3: Plan
Work with a peer to create a transition plan for you and your family.
FAQ
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Does FR-TAP cost anything?
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No. Like all SC4i services, it’s no cost.
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Will my department know?
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Our counseling and transition assistance sessions are confidential. The only exception is when a mandatory reporting requirement applies.
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Do I have to be in counseling to join?
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No. Counseling is available if you want it, but it’s not required.
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Can my spouse reach out on their own?
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Yes. Spouses are welcome to reach out on their own. We find the transition goes best when you work through it together, and we can help you figure out how to bring your First Responder into the conversation.
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I retired years ago. Is it too late?
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No. Whether you retired last year or a decade ago, it’s never too late to find your next purpose. Many people reach out once the adjustment turns out harder than they expected.
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Ask about FR-TAP
Tell us a little about where you are in your transition and we'll get back to you. Prefer to talk? Call 719.822.3387.
Please don't include personal health details in this form. We'll talk privately when we reach you.
Reaching out is the first step.
Call 719.822.3387 or email contact@sc4i.org. No cost. No referral form. No chain of command.