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.

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Helen’s story

Control Officers Helen and her daughter Laura received support at Marine Court and now hope to encourage any colleagues who’d benefit from help to reach out too.

An older woman smiles while standing outdoors with three smiling children—two boys and a girl—on a sunny day, with a food truck and other people visible in the background.

Shirley story

Shirley Armitt was one of the first people to attend our Falls Management Exercise Programme (FaME) at Jubilee House and says it helped her come to terms with her MS and find ways of boosting her overall wellbeing.

A woman with blond hair in a leopard print swimsuit smiles while relaxing in a natural pool, holding onto rocks with trees and water around her. Sunlight shines on her and the scene.

Chelsea’s story

When former firefighter Chelsea Taylor broke her back in 2022, she was temporarily paralysed and spent months out of work. However, she went on to build up her strength and get back on the run, before pursuing a new career in Fire Control.

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Jonny’s story

Lancashire Group Manager, Jonny Ashton, says a stay at Jubilee House, our centre in Cumbria, provided the break he needed to begin building back his strength following cancer treatment.

A firefighter in a yellow helmet smiles for a selfie outdoors near a muddy area, standing beside an incident command board attached to a fire vehicle.

Adam’s story

Devon and Somerset firefighter, Adam Payne, shares how a week at Harcombe House provided the reassurance he needed during a challenging period for his mental health.