The South Carolina Firefighter Assistance and Support Team (F.A.S.T.) is pleased to offer a new program specifically for firefighter spouses and significant others entitled “Loving and Living with a Firefighter”.
On Wednesday, June 10th, at 2:00 p.m., Lee Hopkins, our Midlands F.A.S.T. coordinator and his wife April, will present this program as part of the S.C. F.A.S.T. Peer Training Class during the Annual Fire Rescue Conference in Myrtle Beach. Any spouses and significant others in attendance at the Conference are cordially invited to attend this presentation.
Being the spouse or significant other of a firefighter can be challenging. Understanding the culture of the Fire Service and how it affects your firefighter/loved one can be very helpful in maintaining a strong and positive relationship personally, as a couple, and for your family. This program addresses the many aspects of “Loving and Living with a Firefighter”. In addition to the worry associated with the dangers of the job, this presentation addresses the differences of “at home” and “at the firehouse life”. Just as importantly, in an open forum with participants, we will discuss the difficulties faced by a spouse in many times, being the one to make the decisions of running the household, taking care of the children, and maintaining a career of your own all while doing your part to sustain a strong and healthy relationship.
Come join us for this informative class while at the Conference. Space is limited so please send us a message here or by emailing Gerald Mishoe at gerald@firefightersupport.org if you would like to attend. 