A compelling letter from one of the Mental Health First Aid Course Attendee illustrates the difference Awareness around Mental Health can make to all of us.
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A compelling letter from one of the Mental Health First Aid Course Attendee illustrates the difference Awareness around Mental Health can make to all of us.
Read moreFor aircraft technician Graham it was his childhood dream to serve in the Royal Air Force, but this dream turned into a nightmare when his own medical discharge and then his wife’s end of service left the couple facing homelessness.
Read moreStoll, the Veterans’ charity and Housing Association, is pleased to welcome Mary O’Neill as its new Health and Wellbeing Manager. Mary, a qualified Occupational Therapist, has over 15 years’ experience working in the NHS and Social Services including mental health services and physical rehabilitation; with particular expertise in community therapy.
Read morePreventative interventions may have a positive effect on the well-being of ex-Service personnel who are having difficulties making the transition back into civilian life, a new Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) funded-study has revealed.
The systematic review of research literature led by Newcastle University, published in Plos One academic journal, shows the positive impact of well-being interventions such as journaling and relaxation techniques on the lives of ex-Service personnel and their families.
Read more3 July 2018, the Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire, Nigel Atkinson and his wife Christine Atkinson visits DMWS and continue to show a real interest in our charitable work of supporting those who serve when they suffer from ill health.
It has been a real pleasure to welcome the Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire, Mr Nigel Atkinson and his wife Christine Atkinson to meet with DMWS’s CEO Paul Gaffney at our Headquarters in Andover yesterday.
Read moreAnother successful NFA fishing trip is complete and has provided, for many, a welcome morale boost and new friendships. It’s more than just a fishing trip, as one beneficiary said:
“I have come away feeling that whilst learning new skills and overcoming personal obstacles, I have also in a small way helped others & they in turn have done like wise. Friendships have been made & bonds forged to the extent that we have now organised a trip of our own, all with a military theme, as this is and always will be our safe area.”
Read moreHelp for Heroes has launched a new Wellbeing focus, to encourage its beneficiaries to improve their overall health and wellbeing this summer.
Over the next three months, the charity will be sharing a whole toolkit on social media and the Help for Heroes website, complete with nutrition tips, advice on how to relax and sleep better, and sharing the health benefits of getting outdoors – as well as a series of yoga videos.
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Afghanistan support
In light of recent events in Afghanistan, please find information and support resources here
