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John: “I thought I’d tucked it to the back of my mind, but it was all coming back”

John McCulloch has struggled with his mental health and traumatic memories ever since having a stroke, but he says he and his partner – who’s been his carer – have been supported by the charity throughout.

18 Jun 2021

Brian: “The fire service is a family – having Living Well Groups keeps us in touch”

When retired firefighter Brian Hull’s wife passed away in 2019, he received support from his former colleagues through the charity’s Living Well Groups.

15 Jun 2021

Maureen: “I don’t think of myself as a carer, I’m his wife, that’s what I’d do”

Maureen Allen has been caring for her retired firefighter husband Clive for two years following a major stroke. Here, she reveals how we've supported both of them through some of their most difficult times.

08 Jun 2021

Nigel: “The charity helped our family, we wanted to give something back”

For retired firefighter Nigel Brown, the fire service has become ingrained in his family history. Now he reveals why he is gifting part of his father’s estate to the charity, as a thank you for the years of support they’ve received.

04 Jun 2021

Chris: “In our job, there’s lots of testosterone flying about – you just need to ask for help”

When firefighter Chris Smyth suffered a sudden health scare, it triggered months of crippling anxiety. But after reaching out to the charity, he says he’s finally found the help he needed to feel in control again.

28 May 2021

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