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David Marshall retired from Hampshire and Isle of Wight FRS

David: “When I arrived I was using a walking stick and by the end I was climbing over gates!”

Retired firefighter David Marshall shares how we’ve supported him three times since he retired – and why he’d encourage all former personnel to continue donating after they leave the fire service.

23 Aug 2024

Jacqui: “I left without needing crutches and the mental health benefits were huge”

Jacqui Marwick, a Community Safety Advisor with Lancashire FRS, shares how we supported her and how it inspired an epic fundraiser in 2024.

16 Aug 2024

Merrick Josephs is a firefighter with LFB

Merrick: “Anyone thinking about getting in touch, take it from this firefighter – it was really helpful”

Merrick Josephs, who works in LFB’s Firefighter Development Team, attended our Reset Programme following a family bereavement.

09 Aug 2024

Mike Henshall received support from Fire Fighters Charity at Harcombe House

Mike: “I’ve spent my life helping others and not myself – you’ve given me hope again”

Cheshire FRS volunteer, Mike Henshall, says a stay at Harcombe House on our Reset Programme helped him focus on the future after experiencing major mental health challenges over several years.

25 Jul 2024

Ken: “I wouldn’t be where I am today without the nursing team”

Retired firefighter, Ken Brown, suffered a stroke in 2010 which left him with limited mobility. Here, he shares how our nursing team at Jubilee House helped him build the strength to walk again.

10 Jul 2024

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