Current Live-Ins

Braden Cras began his fire service journey with Mill Creek Fire Company in 2023. He joined Aetna Hose, Hook & Ladder Company to broaden his experience and refine his skills, all while pursuing his studies at the University of Delaware and working part-time at Five Points Fire Company. Braden holds Pro Board certifications for both Firefighter I and II and aims to pursue a career as a professional firefighter after college. Outside of the fire service, Braden enjoys mixed martial arts, snowboarding, and surfing. 

Brendan joined the fire service in 2023 with the Marmora Volunteer Fire Company, located in Marmora, NJ, just outside of Ocean City, where he was raised. Brendan joined Aetna in mid-2025 as a volunteer to improve his skills and gain experience in a firehouse with an aggressive firefighting culture. He joined the live-in program in early 2026 once a spot opened. In addition to being a live-in, Brendan is a student at the University of Delaware and is set to graduate in 2029, with goals of becoming a career firefighter and getting involved in the fire protection industry. 

Ryan became a firefighter in December of 2024 in Somerset County New Jersey following in his father’s footsteps. Ryan currently attends Cecil College in Maryland studying fire science. He joined the Aetna Hose Hook and Ladder company in spring of 2025 to gain knowledge and experience to improve his skills as a firefighter with the goal of becoming a career firefighter. 

Sam began his fire service career in 2022 with the Volunteer Hose Company of Middletown. He holds Pro Board certifications in Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and Hazardous Materials Operations. In November 2024, Sam joined Aetna's live-in program to gain hands-on experience and immerse himself in a progressive firehouse culture. He is currently a student at the University of Delaware, where he is pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice.

 Ian began in the fire service in 2020 with the Brighton Fire Department which is located just outside of Rochester, NY. Ian joined Aetna’s live-in program in May of 2023 in hopes of improving his skills as a firefighter and gaining experience. In addition to the live-in program, Ian works at the Five Points Fire Company and is pursuing his bachelor's degree in emergency management and disaster response. Ian joined Aetna to gain more experience and further advance him in his career of firefighting.

Brody Wilson started his fire service career in 2023 with Mill Creek Fire Company and joined Aetna in 2024. He holds Pro Board certifications in Firefighter I and II, Vehicle Rescue Operations, and Hazmat Operations, and he is currently working towards his NREMT. Brody joined Aetna to further his knowledge and experience within the fire service as he pursues a career in firefighting. In his free time, Brody enjoys going to the gym, skiing, and spending time at the beach.