Dan: “I’d gotten used to living in anxiety every day”
Firefighter and photojournalist Dan Homewood is on a mission to document daily life in the fire and rescue service, and the impact it can have on mental health.
Real life stories
Find out how Fire Fighters Charity has supported beneficiaries across the UK and how you can share your story with the fire community.
Michelle: “Being non-uniform, it didn’t occur to me I could be eligible”
As a non-uniform member of fire and rescue service personnel, Michelle Halliwell didn't think she was eligible for support, but her visit to one of our centres proved to her how much she belonged.
Antony: “If we don’t stick together, the charity won’t be here”
Firefighter Antony Tolson explains why he's decided to include Fire Fighters Charity in his will, after the support he received helped him speed up his recovery process quicker than he ever thought possible.
The Morris Family: “You’ve taken a lot of the pressure off our family”
When Colin and Sadie Morris needed funding for a high-tech helmet to improve the life of their newborn son, Fire Fighters Charity stepped in to help.
Mark: “You’ve helped me put my demons to rest”
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.