STORIES
Fortem Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that supports the mental fitness and wellbeing of first responder families. Every day, more than 300,000 first responders keep our communities safe. They are backed up by their families: partners, children and parents. All of them hold vital and challenging roles. We help them to be well, and stay well, through mental fitness, support services and wellbeing activities. These are their stories.
Simply superb Seafood Cooking Class | Bega Valley Region Activity Wrap Up
First responder families from the Bega Valley region recently had an amazing experience when they attended a ‘Cooking with Seafood’ class. Chef Kelly helped our participants learn how to make
Centenary Trail Walking Group February | Canberra Region Activity Wrap Up
The latest Canberra Centenary Trail walk, saw the group trek from the Kambah Pools to Tuggeranong, which was approximately 8.5 km through very bushy terrain. A few thoughts amongst the
Magic amongst the Mangroves | Shoalhaven Region Activity Wrap Up
Another great wellbeing activity for Shoalhaven region first responder families, when they came together to try Stand Up Paddleboarding on the the Currambeen Creek. An opportunity to develop family bonds
Family Story: ‘When he’s willing to talk, everything has to go on hold’
He’d done a few afternoon shifts in a row, and I felt like we hadn’t really seen each other all week. I had all this information that I needed to tell
Fortem’s social support networks build strong relationships for good mental health
People who have support from the people around them – friends, family and community – are happier and healthier. That’s why many of Fortem’s programs incorporate social connection, as we encourage the first responder
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, that’s who! | Northern NSW Region Activity Wrap Up
Another great wellbeing activity for Northern NSW region first responder families, when they came together to practice their Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. An opportunity to develop family bonds and be active
A swell time kayaking at Byron Bay | Northern NSW Region Activity Wrap Up
Byron Bay, kayaks, sea turtles and facing challenges together! An exciting wellbeing activity was had on a Byron Bay Dolphin Kayak Tour with Go Sea Kayak for first responder families
Wild about wildlife at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary | Gold Coast Region Activity Wrap Up
Another exciting adventure at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary for our Gold Coast first responder families recently. This wellbeing activity was an opportunity to learn about the history of the Wildlife
Walk, Snap, Explore | Illawarra Region Activity Wrap Up
A little drizzle didn’t stop our Illawarra region first responder families from enjoying the recent Walk, Snap, Explore wellbeing activity. It was a great way to be active and connect…
