by Sandra LaFlamme | January 29, 2025 | Belgium Malimois, Belgium Malinois, Dogs, First Responders, German Shepherd Dog, GSD, NewsRoom, Service Animals, Suicide Prevention, Suicide Prevention Month, Testimonials, Veteran | 0 Comments
I loved my work as EMS/ Manatee Firefighter. For me, being a firefighter is one of the most demanding jobs in the world, but also one of the most rewarding. For six years, I proudly served my community, risking my life to save others. However, in 1991, while rescuing a drunken driver, my life took a drastic turn. I suffered several herniated discs and torn loose ligaments from my spine, which left me permanently disabled. It was a tough time for me, but little did I know that my life was about...