Your mental health

We understand the impact that working in the fire service can have on your mental wellbeing. So we're here to support you with whatever challenges you are facing, however big or small.

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Pressure, stress, anxiety...we get it!

We understand that working in the fire services community brings with it its own unique challenges, and you don’t have to face them alone. Whatever you're dealing with, we're here to help, in confidence and without judgment. Whether you're serving or retired, a family member or loved one, here you will find a wealth of resources and information on the many ways we can support your mental wellbeing.

Call us on 0800 389 8820

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Fire Fighters Charity Crisis Line

Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Immediate and ongoing suicide and mental health crisis care for past and present UK fire services personnel.

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What we can offer

Our approach to support is as individual as you are, tailored to best meet your needs. We'll work together to find a solution that best works for you, which may include one or some of the following.

Luke's story

Firefighter Luke Kavanagh shares how he began his journey to improve his mental wellbeing by visiting our app – My Fire Fighters Charity – before getting in touch with us for further counselling support. Read his story here.

Read other beneficiaries' stories of the psychological support they've received from us here.