Jamie Horrocks Trust

this trust has been setup in memory of jamie horrocks who took his own life on may 30th 2013 aged 37. a hugely popular young man with an infectious smile, great sportsman, footballer and fitness fanatic. a dedicated fire-fighter in greater manchester fire & rescue, who was nominated for the pride of britain awards following his part in a large gas explosion in irlam 2010. like so many other young men, jamie hid his depression and anxiety for many years from his family and friends, which eventually led to him to using alcohol in an attempt to cope with his condition. after seeking support, then being hospitalised with blood poisoning following a bite from a stray cat he rescued, his depression hit rock bottom and jamie took his own life. the impact of his death devastated not only his family, friends but a local community and greater manchester fire rescue service. the trust aims to fund and support campaigns and partnership work which reduce the risks associated with and support the im