Emma McGowan (Culbert)

Across the shortlisted nominees, it was inspiring to see so many teams & individuals acknowledged for the incredible work they do — including LFB’s Wellbeing Dog Team, who were shortlisted and continue to make an important impact, even if they didn’t take home an award this year.

It was a wonderful day celebrating the outstanding achievements of colleagues across Fire & Rescue Services at today’s Excellence in Fire & Emergency Awards. Feeling energised and proud to be part of such an extraordinary community🔥

These small moments of connection can make a big difference. A huge thank-you to Sarah and Hugo for visiting and for the important work you and all our wellbeing dogs and handlers do across the Brigade 🐶 #wellbeing #wellbeingdogs #OK9FRS #OK9 #LFBWellbeingDogs #mentalhealth

Wellbeing dogs play a powerful role in supporting colleagues across emergency services. Their presence can: ✨ Reduce stress and anxiety. ✨ Boost morale and team connection. ✨ Encourage moments of reflection. ✨ Support overall mental and emotional wellbeing. …cont’d

LFB HQ were delighted to welcome Wellbeing Dog Hugo and his handler Sarah-Jane for a visit recently. Hugo brought more than just a big smile and wagging tail, he brought warmth, calm, and much-needed paws (*pause) in a fast-paced environment 🐾 🐾 …cont’d

-peer-based (peer trauma defusers & wellbeing dogs), -professional (EAP, OH, in-house counselling & trauma service), -external (chaplains, fire fighters charity, walk & talk 999, and more). (Belated) happy national Mental Health First Aiders day 🥳 #wellbeing #mentalhealth #MHFA

This wonderful group of MHFA are an invaluable source of initial support and signposting from a compassionate peer. The MHFAs complement the wider range of support available…..cont’d

So grateful to the wonderful Jane & Donna 👏🏽 👏🏽 for all that they do leading and supporting our MHFAs. They’ve made great progress re-engaging colleagues, supporting them and providing CPD opportunities, as well as supporting our awesome in-house peer MHFA instructors……..cont’d

😍 #wellbeingdog Darcy is the star of a book. ‘Darcy Visits the Allotment’ encourages children to talk about how they’re feeling and to ask for help….the same as #OK9 wellbeing and trauma support dogs do with colleagues in the workplace 🥰

So lovely to meet #wellbeingdog Poppy at today’s #oscarkilo conference #OK #OK9 🥰

Stigma around mental health conditions and suicide means many people thinking about suicide do not seek help. ZSA suicide awareness training aims to raise awareness of suicide and encourages open conversations to prevent suicides. #WSPD2024 zerosuicidealliance.com/suicide-awaren…

Going into a new year can bring up a mix of feelings, some of them can be complicated. Pair that with the pressure to have a good time and it can all just feel a bit much. If you find this a hard time of year, you don’t have to face it alone – we’ll be here all night 💚

@CFODaveRussel @manchesterfire Congratulations Dave 🥳 well deserved 🥂

Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout my career both in Lancashire and now in Greater Manchester. It’s a privilege to be a part of the ‘GMFRS family’ and the award recognises the efforts of everyone @manchesterfire Thank you..! TeamGMFRS 🚒

Merry Christmas all. Special thanks to all our emergency service and control colleagues who are working today keeping us safe, and to their families who are celebrating around shifts 🎄 🥰 #christmas #emergencyservices #family #fire #police #ambulance

The festive period can be fun and exciting for some, it can also be overwhelming and stressful for others. T’is the season of goodwill so reach out to friends, family, or one of these amazing services if you need support, assistance, or a listening ear. Take care x #mentalhealth

@tonymo999 @manchesterfire @Mellonudrigle12 Great stuff Tony! ❤️ this!

Today is 2 Years since I helped develop Critical Incident Stress Management in @manchesterfire, helping colleagues after distressing incidents. We are training more Stress Debriefers with the help of Professor Stephen Regel @Mellonudrigle12. #trauma #mentalhealth

Another exciting launch at todays emergency services mental health and wellbeing symposium #EmergencyResponderMentalHealth

A great lineup at todays Emergency Responders Mental Health & Wellbeing Symposium, and the launch of @firefighters999 Crisis Line 🤩 #EmergencyResponderMentalHealth

Great day at the #AFSA Suicide Prevention conference today; brilliant speakers and even bumped into some old GMFRS colleagues which was lovely #suicideprevention

Today we pause to remember those who lost their lives at, and everyone affected by, the Manchester Arena Attack six years ago 🐝 Greater Manchester Resilience Hub was set up to support those whose mental health and/or emotional wellbeing was affected. penninecare.nhs.uk/mcrhub-arena