Smudger: “I wouldn’t be back on the run without you”
A motorcycle accident left Paul 'Smudger' Smith fearing for his career, but support from Fire Fighters Charity saw him back on the run, and now he's become a volunteer.
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.
Martin: “The staff’s positivity rubs off on you”
Diagnosed with a neurological condition , Martin Barker received support at Jubilee House
Annette: “We were very surprised to find out I was a beneficiary”
A nasty fall from a step ladder left Annette Smith facing a long road to recovery. A dependant on her firefighter son, John, Annette was able to access the charity's services. Here's her story.
Jamie: “I think it’s amazing, how far I’ve come”
Northamptonshire Crew Manager Jamie Thompson was left with life-threatening injuries after a 12.5m fall from a training tower. 10 months later, with the support of Fire Fighters Charity, this 38-year-old firefighter is literally back on his feet.
Katie: “I proved the doctors wrong”
Crew Manager Katie Love snapped her anterior cruciate ligament but defied the odds to make a recovery and get back on the run, with a little help from Fire Fighters Charity.