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.
Gary Batchelor, a former firefighter and now a Blue Light driving instructor, says the physical support he received as an Outpatient at Marine Court led to him addressing struggles with his mental health he’d previously kept buried.
West Yorkshire firefighter Dave Shaw and his partner Shona Mellon reveal how the charity helped them access a piece of medical equipment they say helped save their daughter’s life - while supporting them for years.
Firefighter Uroosa Arshid was inspired to become a Station Rep for the charity having dreamed of joining the fire service and making a difference since she was a child.
Sarah Mansbridge, who is Head of Finance for Mid and West Wales FRS, says we equipped her with the tools she needed to get back to her favourite hobby following a hip replacement.
Lisa Gregory was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease last year, restricting movement in her hands. However, she says our digital art therapy classes helped her discover a whole new life passion.
