Army veteran, Matthew James, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2004. He took it badly; over a number of years the illness wore him down and some days he didn’t bother getting out of bed or even eating. Luckily for Matthew, an old friend, Ruth, heard how down he had become and took it upon herself to help him.
Read morePTSD Resolution is deeply saddened by the death of General Lord Ramsbotham, who was a valued and highly-regarded president of the charity and a champion of mental health services for UK forces’ veterans. We wish to convey our condolences to David’s family.
Read moreFamily members who care for veterans with health conditions will be offered targeted support to boost their ability to move into employment.
Read moreAt a Board Meeting on 13 December 2022, Hans Pung officially stepped down as Chair of Forces in Mind Trust and formally handed over to incoming Chair, Jim Macleod.
Read moreThe China Fleet Trust is delighted to announce the affiliation of the Trust with 47 Commando (Raiding Group) Royal Marines. The Royal Navy’s Fleet Commander having approved the affiliation request on 7 November.
Read moreAs Christmas approaches, Jacqui Griggs is one of many who faces a tough few months with rising bills and raising a child. This year, thanks to SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, she also knows she will not be doing it alone.
Read moreA nimble-fingered Army veteran has put his creative skills to good use by making a Nativity scene at his care home.
Read moreThe Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has awarded over £250,000 in the latest round of awards, under their ‘Force for Change Programme’.
Read moreSSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, hosts an annual London Christmas Carol Concert for supporters.
Read moreA twenty-seven-year-old businessman has spread festive cheer by donating £15,000 to the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans, to pay for veterans to enjoy a Christmas lunch.
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