Last week, as part of the AFEC’s Veterans Active Recovery Programme (VARP), a group of military veterans experiencing homelessness took part in a powerful week of equine-human interaction at Tedworth Park Polo Club, thanks to financial support from the Veterans Foundation.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers brought bereaved military children and young people together for a lively virtual party that sparked connection, confidence and a real sense of community – with an extra burst of energy from inspirational special guest Zack George, best known as Steel from the TV show Gladiators.
Read moreGreenwich Hospital has awarded a £248,000 grant to Fighting With Pride to support the Charity’s work improving the health and wellbeing of LGBT+ veterans and families affected by the historic Armed Forces ‘gay ban’.
Read moreLast year, Richard Iles, a homeowner in Winterbourne Down near Bristol, decorated his house with more than 150,000 Christmas lights, raising over £15,000 in aid of the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans.
Read moreThe new study, funded by Forces in Mind Trust, saw significant progress in support for members of the Armed Forces community transitioning to civilian life, with most making a successful transition.
Read moreMultiple sites across the UK for new factories to make munitions and military explosives to boost the UK’s warfighting readiness have been identified as the government moves to the next phase of building the factories of the future.
Read moreFemale veterans are to be put at the heart of government support, through a new women veterans forum.
Read moreBlesma Member and Army veteran Paul Skivington has achieved outstanding success on the world stage, securing Silver in the Amputee Bracket and Bronze in the Absolute Bracket at the World Para Jiu-Jitsu Championships.
Read moreFor RAF Corporal John Cross, the RAF Benevolent Fund offered a lifeline whilst his son was in hospital.
Read moreOn Remembrance Sunday, the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans organised a memorable day with Aero Legends at North Weald Airfield.
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