Firefighter Cancer Support Network, Ohio

Firefighter Cancer Support Network, Ohio The mission of the Firefighter Cancer Support Network is to assist firefighters and EMS providers an We do not provide legal or medical advice.

We provide critical assistance for career or volunteer, active or retired firefighters, emergency medical service providers, and their immediate family members who have been diagnosed with cancer. We deliver valuable post-diagnosis resources followed by unique badge to badge, one-on-one mentorship from one of our 220 fire-service mentors who have first-hand knowledge about battling cancer. They s

hare their survivor’s journey about their particular types of cancer, their own experiences with testing and treatments, and offer valuable insight into the recovery process. Within days, we deploy an FCSN signature toolbox free of charge. Our toolbox contains valuable resources, including our comprehensive Firefighter’s Guide to Cancer Survivorship, to help you stay organized, informed, and effectively communicate with your doctors, loved ones, and brothers and sisters in the fire service. Most importantly, the toolbox will remind you every day that you are not alone. Our dedicated team will be by you and your family’s side from diagnosis, through treatment to recovery. Disclaimer: The Firefighter Cancer Support Network is a volunteer group of cancer survivors, whose objective is to provide timely support to Fire Department employees (and immediate family members) diagnosed with any form of cancer, or who are dealing with ongoing cancer issues. Our mission is to provide comfort, strength and hope through our own personal experiences. We will also provide other support options such as the Department Chaplains, Behavioral Health Services and other cancer support programs. While permission to print articles from this website is given, artwork may not be reproduced without the Firefighter Cancer Support Network's written permission.

🎗️ As Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, the mission continues.Thank you for engaging with the educat...
01/31/2026

🎗️ As Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, the mission continues.

Thank you for engaging with the education, resources, and survivor stories shared throughout January. By reducing exposures, following best practices, and prioritizing prevention, we can lower the risk of cancer in the fire service.

📅 FFCAM is in January — but cancer prevention is year-round.
Resources, tools, and support are available all year on the Firefighter Cancer Support Network website and the International Association of Fire Fighters website:
🔗 http://dlvr.it/TQgnvt

🔗 http://dlvr.it/TQgnvv

Together, we can protect firefighter health and safety.

🔥 You Fight Fire. We Fight Cancer.

A cancer diagnosis can leave even the most seasoned firefighter feeling blindsided.Shock, fear, anger, disrupted sleep, ...
01/30/2026

A cancer diagnosis can leave even the most seasoned firefighter feeling blindsided.

Shock, fear, anger, disrupted sleep, withdrawal, or difficulty focusing are normal reactions—not weaknesses.

The BLTM Framework (Behaviors, Life Events, Thinking, Mood) helps firefighters understand these responses and identify healthy ways to process them.

Support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being—because taking care of your mind is part of survivorship.

For more information and resources please visit: https://www.firefightercancersupport.org/ffcam

01/30/2026

A cancer diagnosis impacts more than just your health—it affects your family, career, and future.

If you or a firefighter you know has been diagnosed with cancer, you are not alone.
The Firefighter Cancer Support Network provides free, confidential support, including:
• Badge-to-badge mentorship
• The FCSN Cancer Toolbox
• Guidance from diagnosis through recovery
📞 U.S.: 866-994-FCSN (3276)
📞 Canada: 1-866-552-FCSN (3276)
🌐 https://www.firefightercancersupport.org/request-assistance

You fight fire. We fight cancer.

01/29/2026

🧠💙 A firefighter cancer diagnosis is more than a physical battle—it’s a mental and emotional one too. Anxiety, fear, and stress are real, and support matters. Firefighters facing cancer don’t have to do it alone.

🔥 You Fight Fire. We Fight Cancer.

Please visit our webpage for more information and resources:
http://dlvr.it/TQdpRb




🚒💙 Brotherhood. Strength. Hope.When Gary Schobel—a Golder Ranch Fire District firefighter in Arizona, devoted husband, a...
01/28/2026

🚒💙 Brotherhood. Strength. Hope.

When Gary Schobel—a Golder Ranch Fire District firefighter in Arizona, devoted husband, and father of two—was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer, he leaned on the unwavering support of his firehouse brothers. Their brotherhood carried him through his darkest days, reminding him he was never fighting alone.

Gary’s journey will be shared in the upcoming film “A Firefighter’s Greatest Fight”, part of SurvivorNet’s 12-film series “Men Beating The Odds.” His story shows the power of connection, courage, and community in the face of cancer. 🎥🔥

Shared in recognition of Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month (FFCAM) through the partnership of Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) and the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) — committed to prevention, early detection, and supporting firefighters and families through every stage of the fight.

🔗 Read Gary’s story:
http://dlvr.it/TQckfb

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When firefighter Gary Schobel was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer, he leaned on the unwavering support of his firehouse brothers.

Firefighter Marc Henderson courageously shares his cancer journey, offering a powerful reminder of the challenges so man...
01/28/2026

Firefighter Marc Henderson courageously shares his cancer journey, offering a powerful reminder of the challenges so many in the fire service quietly face. 🎗️🔥

Marc’s story is one of resilience, determination, and hope. Through fear, uncertainty, and the weight of a life-changing diagnosis, he continued to fight—with the steadfast support of his family, crew, and fire service community. ❤️🙏
His journey reinforces why early detection, best practices, and strong support networks matter. Marc’s voice will inspire firefighters everywhere to prioritize their health and never ignore the warning signs.

You fight fire. We fight cancer.

In this heartfelt FFCAM survivor story, firefighter Marc Henderson shares his experience navigating a cancer diagnosis, the challenges he faced, and the supp...

💜 Insurance Navigation After a Cancer DiagnosisProtecting your financial health matters just as much as protecting your ...
01/27/2026

💜 Insurance Navigation After a Cancer Diagnosis
Protecting your financial health matters just as much as protecting your physical health.

The Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN), in collaboration with Triage Cancer, invites firefighters, EMS providers, survivors, and family members to a FREE webinar on navigating insurance and finances after a cancer diagnosis.

🧾 Topics include:
✔️ Health insurance options
✔️ Choosing the right plan for your family
✔️ Handling insurance denials
✔️ Supplemental cancer insurance
✔️ Managing medical bills & out-of-pocket costs
✔️ Financial stability during treatment & recovery

🎙 Speakers: Russ Osgood, Scott Jennie & Amanda Goodstadt

📅 January 28, 2026
⏰ 10am PT | 12pm CT | 1pm ET
🎟 FREE Registration:
👉 TriageCancer.org/FCSNwebinar

Because no firefighter or family should face cancer alone — medically or financially.
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Caitlin Mock shares a deeply emotional caretaking story in honor of her husband, Anthony Mock, a Phoenix firefighter who...
01/26/2026

Caitlin Mock shares a deeply emotional caretaking story in honor of her husband, Anthony Mock, a Phoenix firefighter who tragically passed away from occupational cancer. 🎗️💔🔥
Through every hospital visit, every uncertain moment, and every heartbreaking day, Caitlin stood by Anthony with unwavering love and strength. Her story reflects the reality too many firefighter families face and the courage it takes to keep going when the unthinkable happens.
Caitlin’s voice reminds us why cancer awareness, early detection, and prevention matter—and why no firefighter family should ever walk this journey alone. ❤️🙏
We honor Anthony. We honor Caitlin. And we continue the fight so fewer families face this loss.

You fight fire. We fight cancer.

Firefighter widow Caitlin Mock shares her powerful journey as a caregiver, navigating the challenges of supporting her husband, Phoenix Firefighter Anthony M...

🧠💜 FFCAM Week 4 | Behavioral Health & Cancer DiagnosisA cancer diagnosis impacts more than the body — it affects the min...
01/26/2026

🧠💜 FFCAM Week 4 | Behavioral Health & Cancer Diagnosis

A cancer diagnosis impacts more than the body — it affects the mind, family, career, and identity. Firefighters face unique mental and emotional challenges when navigating cancer, treatment, and survivorship.

This week, we’re focusing on:
• Mental health support 🧠
• Peer & badge-to-badge connection 🤝
• Family impact & resilience 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Survivorship resources 💜
• Healing beyond the uniform 🚒

No one fights alone. Support, connection, and community matter.
You fight fire. We fight cancer. 🚒💜

👉 Explore our link in bio for more information and valuable resources.
🔗 Resources & support:
http://dlvr.it/TQZRYr

http://dlvr.it/TQZRYx

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