Heather’s story
Heather Dunne, who works in Fire Control, has received support on our Reset Programme, through Rest and Recharge stays at Harcombe House and on our online Hope Programme.
Stories
Everyone needs support sometimes. Hear from some of the people Fire Fighters Charity has helped to move forward with positive change, personal achievement, progress and transformation in their health and wellbeing.
Stewart’s story
West Yorkshire on-call firefighter, Stewart Warman, received physical health support when a major knee injury meant months off work – all of which impacted his mental wellbeing.
Sophie’s story
Hampshire and Isle of Wight firefighter, Sophie Hodgson – who was previously crowned Mrs Wales - received support following a back injury and says the mental wellbeing benefits along the way helped with her return to the job she loves.
Ivy’s story
Ivy Greenwell’s husband Harry has been cared for by our nursing team twice, after a serious accident and subsequent stroke left him paralysed on one side. Here, she shares why she’s donated £1,000 to us…
David’s story
Retired firefighter David Marshall shares how we’ve supported him three times since he retired – and why he’d encourage all former personnel to continue donating after they leave the fire service.
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