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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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Lynn: “I’ve been supporting Fire Fighters Charity for 45 years – it’s a lifetime connection”

Lynn Bow and her late husband, Graham, helped by the FRS and other colleagues, set up the West Midlands Fire Service Charity Shop and she's continued running it at Open Days since he passed away – raising thousands for us.

06 Feb 2025

Steve: “I think firefighters my age can be too proud… don’t dismiss it, this is our charity”

Retired Greater Manchester firefighter Steve Dyer recently spent a week at Marine Court for some time to rest and recharge after a series of health battles.

09 Jan 2025

Martin: “I don’t think I’d be where I am today without the charity’s help”

Retired Watch Manager, Martin Aldred, shares how we’ve supported both his physical and mental health – and why taking the time to look after yourself, early, can pay dividends in the long run.

08 Jan 2025

Carole: “I’m living a normal, happy life now in retirement – and it’s all thanks to the charity.”

Carole Whittaker is married to retired Dorset firefighter, Pete, and received support from us at Jubilee House following a hip operation. She says she feels “privileged and blessed” by her experience.

04 Dec 2024

Kat: “If sharing our story helps just one person get the support they need then it’s worth it”

Kat Jones is planning to run a future London Marathon in aid of us after we supported her and her family amid a challenging time with two of her children, who are both living with degenerative conditions.

28 Nov 2024

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Royal Patron: His Majesty The King
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