Veterans’ charity Launchpad provides vital accommodation and targeted support to UK Armed Forces’ veterans experiencing homelessness and those who have struggled with transitioning from the military into civilian life.
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Veterans’ charity Launchpad provides vital accommodation and targeted support to UK Armed Forces’ veterans experiencing homelessness and those who have struggled with transitioning from the military into civilian life.
Read moreOn 13 May 2024, to coincide with the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, Service Dogs UK will be releasing a 16-minute video that details the transformative work they do for members of the Armed Forces and Emergency Services community, like Jordan and his service dog, Teddy.
Read moreWe are immensely proud to announce that His Majesty King Charles III has chosen to retain his patronage of Combat Stress.
Read moreCombat Stress has beaten stiff competition to win a prestigious award recognising its excellence in inspiring and guiding supporters to leave a gift in their Wills.
Read morePTSD Resolution is featured in Drink and Drug News this month, highlighting its compassionate pathway to resolving trauma and addiction among military veterans, reservists, and their families.
Read moreMany roles in the security industry attract veterans, who bring valuable skills from their military service. However, this group may be more susceptible to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Read moreVeterans can boost their wellbeing by making connections in the community through a new service, Navigator, launched by The Poppy Factory in South Wales.
Read moreAs part of Army Benevolent Fund’s long and close relationship with Combat Stress, we are delighted to award a £275,000 grant towards its mental health support for former soldiers.
Read moreThrough targeted work with the MOD and related services, the Armed Forces Outreach Service covering Gateshead, Newcastle and Durham have seen an 11% increase in referrals to the service who are still serving and a 16% increase in referrals who have left the forces within 6 months, this is all within a 39% increase in referrals to the service this year.
Read moreDanny Egan, Director of Health & Wellbeing with RMA – The Royal Marines Charity recently joined Rear Admiral Judith Terry OBE, Director of Personnel and Training RN and other military and civilian personnel at Commando Training Centre Royal Marines, Lympstone for the unveiling of a Reflection Bench in honour of Captain James Simpson.
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