World Mental Health Day: creating hope through action
More veterans have died from suicide than combat since 1984. This World Mental Health Day, we’re thinking about suicide prevention and how it might help save someone’s life.
The best Armed Forces events to pack your summer with
This handy timetable of events across the UK will help you boost your career and contribute to some wonderful causes.
Take on London’s only Armed Forces Day event this June for SSAFA
Celebrate Armed Forces Day on Saturday 26 June by taking on the 13 Bridges Challenge to raise money for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
Veteran’s Office marks one year since establishment and launches new advisory board
The Office for Veteran’s Affairs (OVA) started its work programme, ministers met veteran charities and service leaders to discuss high priority issues in the sector.
Operation Veteran Railcard is active to guarantee reduced rail fairs
A Veterans Railcard is now available to support UK Veterans and their families with savings on rail travel.
World Mental Health Day 2020: Mental health for all
Today (10 October) is World Mental Health Day. A day recognised ever year to highlight the importance of looking after our mental health, the support available and what needs to be done to provide more support.
Coronavirus: Increase in number of people looking for support from SSAFA’s Forcesline
SSAFA’s Forcesline has seen an 80 per cent increase in requests for befriending and support from those feeling isolated by lockdown measures .
Watch as the UK comes together to #ClapForOurCarers
Last night, thousands of us around the country came together to clap for those on the frontline of the Coronavirus outbreak: the NHS medical staff treating patients, the carers, support workers and all key workers at this time.
Supporting mental health during COVID-19
During stressful times as these, it’s more important than ever to look after your mental health and make it as much of a priority as your physical health.
The best podcasts to listen to in isolation
If you’ve been social distancing or self-isolating, you might be looking for new things to do to keep yourself entertained and stay positive during this challenging time. And podcasts are great fun and can feel like you’re not alone.