Stephen: “I knew I was in the best place”
Retired Watch Manager, Stephen McArdle, was struggling to manage after fracturing bones in his shoulder, back and ribs in a road bike accident.
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Retired Watch Manager, Stephen McArdle, was struggling to manage after fracturing bones in his shoulder, back and ribs in a road bike accident.
After retiring from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service Bob was involved in a serious road traffic collision. Tragically his wife was killed in the accident and he sustained major injuries which hospitalised him for a year. In this interview, Bob tells his story and explains how the Charity has helped him regain his mobility and independence. Following a stressful period in her life, Claire turned to The Fire Fighters Charity for support. Here she explains how her time on the rehabilitation programme has transformed her life. Former retained firefighter, Kern, talks openly about the difference the Charity's psychological support team has made to his life. 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.
Stephen: “I knew I was in the best place”
Bob Stovell: “I can start living again”
Claire: “It’s made me see things in a different light”
Kern: “You’re not alone”
Peter: “If you put the work in, you’ll walk away with so much more”