Mark: “They know their stuff, the support is brilliant.”
After injuring his knee, London firefighter Mark Watson had to take time off and undergo surgery. We caught up with him at Marine Court.
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Kern: “You’re not alone”
Former retained firefighter, Kern, talks openly about the difference the Charity's psychological support team has made to his life.
Peter: “If you put the work in, you’ll walk away with so much more”
During a friendly rugby game between London Fire Brigade and Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service, Peter suffered a neck injury that required surgery. Here he talks about the difference the Charity made in helping him get back to work.
Lisa: “I realised this was dedicated me time”
Lisa Langley was finally pain free and eager to move forward with a new found confidence after two weeks at Marine Court.
Paul: “You gave me the confidence to know I could do it”
After breaking his ankle in three places, Paul got back on his feet with the help of the Charity.