Cory’s story
Cory Whitworth feared his firefighting career could be over when he was injured while playing rugby in 2022. However, he says your donations ensured he had the right support to help him get back on the run.
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.
Sam’s story
Sam Metalli-Haward’s family have been supported by our Welfare team after their son, MJ, was diagnosed with autism and ADHD. They attended a Child and Family Week and sought advice on accessing a therapy dog.
Cathy and Paul’s story
Paul Yates is taking on the 2023 London Marathon in memory of his partner Cathy’s brother, Andy Moore, who passed away in 2020. Paul now hopes to raise awareness of the mental health support we offer.
Georgia’s story
Georgia Phillipson saw her professional rugby career abruptly end due to an injury, and feared it’d also mean the end of her being a firefighter – but she says our support got her back on the run again.
Carl’s story
Carl Marsh fulfilled a lifetime dream of becoming a firefighter two and a half years ago, after tragically losing his brother in a house fire, and he’s supported us ever since. Here he explains why…
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