Supporting Heroes in Times of Need
Nebraska Serious Injury and Line-Of-Duty Death Response Team
Our mission is to provide immediate and compassionate support to families, agencies, and the community affected by line-of-duty deaths and serious injuries.
To Honor with Dignity
When a line-of-duty death occurs, our Response Team is prepared to deploy immediately at the request of the affected agency. We serve in a behind-the-scenes capacity, offering support and guidance tailored to the needs of the firefighter’s family, the firefighters department and the community.
Our team remains on-site with the department—often for several days—typically staying until funeral services are complete. During this time, we provide quiet, effective support, allowing the department’s members to serve as the public face of the services while we manage the operational details.
The team arrives with resources necessary for firefighter funeral honors, relieving the department of the burden of locating and acquiring ceremonial items. A detailed funeral service guide is available to assist the family and department in selecting arrangements that reflect their wishes. Additionally, we offer established funeral ceremony protocols, which may be used at the department’s discretion.
We operate using the Incident Command System, with clearly defined roles assigned to sector officers. This structured approach ensures that responsibilities are managed efficiently and respectfully. Importantly, our commitment does not end with the funeral. We remain available to provide continued support and information to the department and family long after the services are complete. Our goal is to ensure that every firefighter is honored with dignity and that those left behind are supported with care and respect.
Comprehensive Support Services
Our Response Services
About Us
We assist departments in determining appropriate honors for LODD and help with the seriously injured.
Services
A firefighter’s funeral is a powerful tradition, often filled with emotion for those left behind.
Resources
Many items are available for any firefighter funeral, with priority given to Line-of-Duty Deaths (LODD).
Products
L.A.S.T. Shirts, LODD Team Challenge Coin, Purple Flags for purchase.
Our Mission Statement
The Nebraska Serious Injury and Line of Duty Death Response Team is here “To assist families and departments to honor with the highest dignity, our injured or fallen brothers and sisters by representing the highest quality of attitude and professionalism.” Our team is comprised of all levels in the fire service from career, volunteer, fire, EMS, survivors and chaplains.
Join Our Mission
Your support is vital to our mission. Join us in making a difference for those who serve our communities. Whether through volunteering or donations, your involvement helps us provide essential support to families and agencies in need.
