Volunteers needed to support trauma survivors in Coachella Valley
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Trauma Intervention Programs of Riverside County (TIP) is looking for volunteers in the Coachella Valley to provide emotional support to people in the immediate aftermath of traumatic events.
TIP volunteers are called to assist first responders during situations such as sudden deaths, traffic collisions, fires, and other crises. The organization says volunteers offer comfort, practical assistance, and emotional support to survivors during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
To help prepare new volunteers, TIP is hosting its next Coachella Valley Training Academy in November 2026. The program is open to both year-round and seasonal residents interested in serving their community.
Organizers say no prior emergency response experience is required. Volunteers receive specialized training before responding to calls alongside law enforcement, fire personnel, and other first responders.
Click here if you’re interested in learning more about becoming a TIP volunteer.
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