This generous grant will allow The Ripple Pond to continue to support The Armed Forces Community and make a difference, allowing them to be put those in need of support in contact with other families in the same situation.
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This generous grant will allow The Ripple Pond to continue to support The Armed Forces Community and make a difference, allowing them to be put those in need of support in contact with other families in the same situation.
Read moreIn partnership with the Omani Armed Forces and with generous support from the Royal Office of HM Sultan Haitham bin Tariq’, the ambitious trek pays homage to the legendary travels Wilfred Thesiger took across the Arabian Peninsula in the 1940s.
Read moreMind Kind is a week-long series of interviews, videos, case studies, and practical tips and information on mental health and forces families across BFBS platforms.
Read moreCalling all cyclists – cycle 75 miles to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) on 15 August and raise vital funds for veteran’s mental health.
Read moreWalking With The Wounded has been shortlisted for the new Mental Health and Well-being Award. The Charity’s mental health and Independent Employment Support (IPS) programme has been shortlisted for the ‘Innovative mental health intervention’ category.
Read moreAt the beginning of July BFBS is hosting an interactive Facebook Live to discuss the mental health of forces families and issues which may have been amplified during the current pandemic.
Read moreResidents have been giving up their own time to volunteer with community projects to help those in need, particularly vulnerable and local isolated people during lockdown.
Read moreDuring Mental Health Awareness week we feel that it is important to showcase the power of golf, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Read moreFollowing a study on Complex Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) which found that CPTSD is a more prevalent condition within help-seeking ex-Service personnel than PTSD, Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) has awarded a new grant to conduct a pilot study of a new treatment especially developed for CPTSD in ex-Service personnel.
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The Veterans’ Gateway app helps veterans find support organisations in their area using their smartphone or tablet.
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Afghanistan support
In light of recent events in Afghanistan, please find information and support resources here
