Men’s fire service walking group shines a light on mental health
The walking group encourages anyone joining to discuss any concerns or struggles they’re going through – before signposting anyone that needs further support to us.
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We’ve supported Phil Maynard for years – firstly with his mental health and more recently following a hip replacement. Now he’s going above and beyond to show his appreciation. Retired firefighter Lee Fisher and his wife Lynne visited Jubilee House for separate injuries. They say having supported the charity for years, they were able to get the help they both needed when they needed it most. Nina Hudson and her former firefighter husband Peter's retirement plans were thrown up in the air when she suffered a devastating accident. Here she reveals how the charity has supported her since… When retired firefighter Brian Hull’s wife passed away in 2019, he received support from his former colleagues through the charity’s Living Well Groups.
Phil: “We’re always looking after other people – it’s rare we’re looked after ourselves”
Lee & Lynne: “To get this level of support you’d usually have to be a pro sports player”
Nina: “Going to the centre was a turning point – I can finally look to the future now”
Brian: “The fire service is a family – having Living Well Groups keeps us in touch”