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Fire Fighters Charity is here for every member of the fire services community and their family, during and after service. We provide clinical care, personal wellbeing and practical support when it's needed most.
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We’re proud to share a moving and impactful film, revealing the hidden emotional toll of working in fire and rescue, and the lasting psychological impact those experiences can have.
Content warning: This film explores the emotional impact of responding to emergencies, including suicide. It includes references to suicidal thoughts, trauma, grief and loss. Please take care while watching.
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News Emergency Services Day 2026
8 Sep 2026To every member of our fire services community, we thank you for your dedication and service this 999 Day.
News A Night for Martyn: Family’s tribute event raises £30K
4 Sep 2026The event was organised on what would have been Martyn Sadler’s 40th birthday.
Event Bungee Jump
6 Dec 2025Feel the rush as you take on a bungee jump for the fire services community. Leap with pride and help make a difference. Events across the UK, all year round.
Event Great North Run
12 Sep 2027The AJ Bell Great North Run is the world’s biggest and best half marathon, with 60,000 runners taking on the route from Newcastle to South Shields each year.
Story Steve’s story
20 Aug 2026Steve Summers has lived with the impact of a life-changing accident for decades, after it brought his fire service career to an end. Today, however, he says he's feeling "more optimistic than I have been for years".
Story Colin’s story
4 Aug 2026Heather Rowe chose to remember us in her will after learning of the support we offer through her close friend and retired firefighter, Colin. Here, he shares his memories of her and the legacy she leaves behind.
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The difference we make
“Talking about difficult shouts is how I cope – now I’m encouraging my daughter to do the same”Wayne's story