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When Waddesdon Watch Commander Mark Richards was hit by a drunk driver while driving his motorcycle in 2016, his life was changed forever. Now, two years after the incident, his future as a firefighter remains unclear. But he is grateful for the progress he is making, thanks to his time with The Fire Fighters Charity. Kelvyn Thompson says the support he received at Harcombe House helped him turn his life around, after struggling with his mental health following his time in Iraq. A last-minute stay at Marine Court gave single parent Claire Allen and her son Josh the time and space they needed to find peace, both with themselves and each other. Here the former retained firefighter from Devizes shares why she thinks people should cast aside embarrassment and ask for help when they need it. When doctors couldn't work out what was causing his pain, Peter Allen turned to The Fire Fighters Charity. A sneaking suspicion from one of our physios led to him having life-changing surgery, and learning to adjust to the future he is now faced with. Watch Manager, Mark Schofield, explains why taking on a physical running challenge for the Charity has helped him to come to terms with his PTSD.
Mark: “You have to enjoy your achievements where you can”
Kelvyn: “This has changed everything for me and I can’t thank the Charity enough”
Claire: “If you can’t ask for yourself, do it for your loved ones”
Peter: “The staff at Jubilee House saved me.”
Mark: “You’ve helped me put my demons to rest”
