On the 20th anniversary of the start of British military action in Afghanistan, the Veterans’ Foundation has officially announced the launch of the Armed Forces Memorial Wall, a tribute to the lives of loved ones who have died in or after service.
Read moreThe loss of a child is a devastating experience for families, especially during pregnancy, soon afterwards, or in infancy, and so the midwives of SSAFA’s Community Health Care Team are joining with countless families to remember these children during Baby Loss Awareness Week 2021 (October 9-15).
Read moreMilitary charity Walking With The Wounded (‘WWTW’) is working in partnership with Skanska, one of the world’s leading project development and construction groups to raise vital funds to support those who served across the UK.
Read moreIt doesn’t seem that long ago that the Naval Families Federation set up a creative project to bring our community together and to better understand how people were feeling during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Read moreThree fundraisers are resting their feet after running the London Marathon for Royal Star & Garter.
Read moreMilitary charity Blind Veterans UK are appealing for volunteers to assist in bringing a collection of military graves back to their original condition.
Read moreIn recognition of more than 12 years’ voluntary work with SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity Auchterarder local Brian Pereira has been awarded the Sir James Gildea Global Award1.
Read moreResidents at Royal Star & Garter in Solihull have received their Covid booster jabs.
Read moreA recent survey by SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity has revealed that 68% of those who took part said they regret not talking to a late grandparent more about their life and memories.
Read moreA new Veterans’ Drop-In Support Centre to help ex-services personnel has been opened in Bolton, by COBSEO member the Bolton Guild of Help, at the Bridge Church Conference Centre on Bradford Street in the town.
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Afghanistan support
In light of recent events in Afghanistan, please find information and support resources here
