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Find out how Fire Fighters Charity has supported service users across the UK and how you can share your story with the fire community. Click categories or regions below to filter the list of stories.

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A smiling bald man in a blue shirt takes a selfie outdoors next to a brown dog. The background shows greenery and a cloudy sky.

Phil: “We’re incredibly privileged… there’s very few people fortunate enough to have access to these amazing services”

Phil Martin, Chief Fire Officer of the Isles of Scilly FRS, says fundraising for us is incredibly close to his heart, after we helped him return to work following a major injury.

02 Oct 2025

Two women smiling outdoors in front of a wooden-framed window; the woman in back has her hands on the shoulders of the woman in front, who is wearing sunglasses. Sunlight is shining on both of them.

Tash: “I found a bit of light at the end of a very dark tunnel after the first phone call”

Tash Campbell-Bell, who works in the protection team at Royal Berkshire FRS, turned to us during one of the most challenging periods of her life and says our support was “life-changing”.

22 Sep 2025

An older man and woman, both smiling and dressed in vintage-style clothing, stand outside on a sunny day at an event with tents and people in the background.

Dave: “I’d spent years helping others, but realising you need help yourself is the hardest part”

Retired firefighter, Dave Stedham, found the helping hand he needed through our remote counselling after a challenging few years, including the tragic death of his son.

04 Sep 2025

A smiling man wearing athletic gear and sunglasses hikes uphill with trekking poles near a coastal cliff, with the sea, grassy slope, and buildings visible in the background.

Ben: “Hearing the words ‘you have cancer’ hit like a bowling ball… I’m so grateful for the charity’s support”

Devon and Somerset Station Manager, Ben Weedon, has been having Outpatient appointments during his recovery from prostate cancer – which he says have helped him get back on the run.

14 Aug 2025

A smiling woman in sunglasses, a man, and a young boy wearing large headphones pose for a selfie while sitting in a theme park ride car. The background shows another blue ride car and some greenery.

James: “You helped us access a therapy dog for my autistic son… we’re so grateful”

Cheshire Crew Manager James McCall has shared how our Welfare team helped his family welcome an assistance dog into their lives — and how it’s transformed the world of their young son, Bodhi.

12 Aug 2025

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