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 .
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.
Promoting community spirit during COVID-19
*This is an ongoing story, so we may update this post* With everything in the news feeling quite doom and gloom over the last few days, it’s natural to have questions or worries about the situation concerning coronavirus.
Government announces tax breaks for companies employing veterans
Yesterday (8 March), the government announced tax breaks for employers that hire ex-Forces personnel, in a bid to enable more veterans into work.
New app launched to combat loneliness among veterans
A new app has been launched by a veterans charity to combat loneliness within the ex-Forces community.
New prosthetic implant helping veterans on the road to civvy street
A pioneering new prosthetic implant is making changes and improvements for veterans transitioning back to civvy street with an amputation.