Trauma Intervention Program Named Tami J. Champion
The veteran volunteer has supported residents through over 600 crises in her 11 years of service.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Emergency Response
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Las Vegas resident Tami J. has been honored as the Vegas Stronger Champion by the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) for her extensive work supporting neighbors during their most difficult moments. Tami J. has served as a volunteer for 11 years, assisting with more than 600 community crises.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the essential role of specialized crisis support in the valley, where volunteers are dispatched around the clock to provide immediate aid to those facing tragedy. Tami J. cited a personal family history and a deep commitment to her hometown as the motivations for her long-term service.
The Trauma Intervention Program operates with 65 active volunteers who respond to calls 24 hours a day, having attended to just under 2,000 scenes last year. Tami J. stands out for her 11-year commitment, during which she personally handled more than 600 individual community crises.
The players
Tami J.
A long-time volunteer recognized as the Vegas Stronger Champion for her 11 years of service.
Trauma Intervention Program
A local organization that provides 24-hour crisis support and training to volunteers.
The details
Volunteers with the organization are trained through a specialized academy to be deployed to scenes of traumatic events across Las Vegas. The program, which includes active support during large-scale incidents like the 1 October shooting, continues to recruit and train local participants. The next training session for those interested in joining the 65-member force is scheduled for January.
Timeline
Tami J. began volunteering with TIP 11 years ago.
TIP volunteers provided community support following the 1 October shooting in 2017.
The organization responded to just under 2,000 scenes during 2025.
Tami J. was recognized as the Vegas Stronger Champion in October 2026.
The next volunteer training academy is scheduled for January 2027.
Beyond the Strip
The Trauma Intervention Program remains a fixture of the valley's emergency network, building on a foundation of service that gained prominence during the 1 October shooting. This recognition of Tami J. highlights the sustained, quiet work of local volunteers that continues long after the headlines fade.
Residents interested in becoming a crisis volunteer can begin the process by preparing for the January training academy. For inquiries regarding the program or to connect with support services, the organization can be reached at 702-229-0426.
The takeaway
Tami J.'s recognition serves as a reminder of the critical, year-round role volunteers play in the city's support infrastructure. Residents looking to contribute can monitor the January 2027 training academy schedule to join the program.
What happens next
The organization is scheduled to hold its next volunteer training academy in January 2027.
Further reading
Learn more about local crisis support resources in our Emergency Response section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTNV.
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