Kent is a first responder from P.E.I. Canada. In this episode he talks to us about growing up on the island and what he was like before PTSD. He touches on why he became a paramedic. He also tells us about some of his rough nights working as a paramedic. He explains how the years doing the job took its toll on him and changed who he was.
If you find stories of car crashes triggering please be advised that Kent does go into some trauma stories while working as a paramedic.
Kent also talks about his family life and the struggles on a family when a member deals with PTSD. He shares the highs and the lows of his life. Kent says he's an open book and hopes that by sharing his story it will inspire others. I know it will Kent. Kent is a survivor of PTSD. Thats why his PTSD Buddies hockey jersey has a S for Survivor and not a C for Captain. Kent says talking to others is what helped him with his PTSD and if you cant find someone to talk to then contact him. He is here to help you and to listen.