PTSD999

21/03/2026

The weekend is here… and we want to hear from YOU!

When you’re not on shift how do you switch off?

✨ Do you have a hobby?
🎣 Fishing?
🎮 Gaming?
🚶‍♂️ Walking?
🎨 Crafting?
🏋️‍♀️ Gym?
🐶 Time with your pets?

Or are you actually on duty this weekend keeping everyone safe?

At PTSD999, we know how important it is to have something that helps you reset, even if it’s just for a short while.

💬 Drop it in the comments
What are you doing this weekend, and what helps you unwind?

Let’s share ideas and support each other 💙

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19/03/2026

We climb to remember. Every Blue Beacon represents a life loved and never forgotten—and a promise to their families that they remain part of our story.

17/03/2026

17/03/2026

On Friday we held a fish and chip fundraiser for PTSD999 and what an incredible successful night it was!

A HUGE a thank you to everyone that attended and also our very own Suzanne Maddock for singing and entertaining the attendees.

Lovely night had by all.

Thank you so all those that attended

15/03/2026

Mother’s Day can look very different in the emergency services world.

Some mums are working long shifts.
Some are holding the fort at home while their partner serves.
Some are answering calls that change lives.
Some are supporting their families through the challenges of the job.

Today we recognise all the mums and mother figures in our blue-light community.

Your strength, resilience and love hold families and communities together.

To every mum on shift today —

we see you, we appreciate you, and we thank you.

Happy Mother’s Day
from everyone at PTSD999 💙

14/03/2026

14/03/2026

🎉 2 Years of PTSD999 – Special Anniversary Offer 🎉

To celebrate 2 years as a registered charity, we’re doing a special offer on our PTSD999 pin badges!

For a limited time, you can get a PTSD999 pin badge for just £2 each.

Wear your badge with pride, show your support, and help us raise awareness for the mental health of our emergency services and their families.

Every badge worn helps start conversations, spreads awareness, and supports the mission of PTSD999.

💙 £2 per pin badge
💙 Wear it with pride
💙 Raise awareness
💙 Support our emergency services community

Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the last two years as a registered charity we couldn’t do this without you.



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14/03/2026

Today marks 2 years since PTSD999 became a registered charity.

What began as a mission to support those who dedicate their lives to protecting others has grown into a strong and supportive community.

Over the past two years we have continued working to support our emergency service personnel, their families, and the wider community who are affected by trauma.

This milestone would not be possible without the incredible dedication of so many people.

A special thank you to Gary Hayes or CEO and the entire PTSD999 team for their commitment, hard work and passion. The time, effort and care that goes into this charity often happens quietly behind the scenes, but it makes a real difference to so many lives.

From frontline workers to those supporting behind the scenes, every role matters.

And to everyone who has supported us shared our posts, worn our merchandise, donated, volunteered or simply stood beside us a HUGE thank you.

Together we continue the mission.

PTSD999
Take Your Life Back

13/03/2026

At PTSD999 we welcome discussion and people having their own opinions. Healthy conversation is important.

However, disrespect towards our emergency services will not be tolerated here.

Police officers, paramedics, firefighters and all frontline responders are the people you call when everything has gone wrong, when someone is injured, when lives are at risk, when families need help in their darkest moments.

They run towards danger, trauma and chaos so others can be protected.

Our charity exists because we see the mental and emotional toll that this work takes on those who serve the public every single day.

We also want to make something very clear.

We do not disclose who within our community works in what role.
From frontline responders to those who support behind the scenes ,including administrative staff, volunteers and cleaners within emergency services environments everyone deserves privacy, dignity and respect.

People who support emergency services do so because they care deeply about the work and the people involved.

So while everyone is entitled to their opinion, there is a clear line between opinion and disrespect.

If you cannot show respect for the people who are the first to be called in an emergency, then this page is not the place for that behaviour.

We stand firmly with the men and women of our emergency services.

Always.

— PTSD999

13/03/2026

💬 Question We Get Asked

“Why is awareness so important?”

Because many people still misunderstand PTSD.

Awareness helps reduce stigma and encourages people to speak up, seek help and support one another.

The more people understand, the easier it becomes for those struggling to reach out.