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Operation Veteran Railcard is active to guarantee reduced rail fairs

October 21, 2020October 22, 2020admin

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

October 10, 2020October 9, 2020adminLeave a Comment

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.

Supporting mental health during COVID-19

March 24, 2020March 23, 2020adminLeave a Comment

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.

New app launched to combat loneliness among veterans

February 18, 2020adminLeave a Comment

A new app has been launched by a veterans charity to combat loneliness within the ex-Forces community.

Celebrating Remembrance with The Poppy Factory

November 8, 2019adminLeave a Comment

Every autumn, the streets of Britain turn red, with Remembrance poppies being worn commemorating the sacrifices made by veterans and current serving personnel. Charity, The Poppy Factory not only creates the humble poppy, but helps veterans into work.

Flying high for the RAF Benevolent Fund

October 14, 2019adminLeave a Comment

For some, a passion for the Armed Forces starts at a young age. Going beyond the call of duty for a five-year-old, Jacob Newson and his dad are raising funds for the Armed Forces community.

Brand-new mental health platform launched by Public Health England

October 7, 2019adminLeave a Comment

Today (7 October), at the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, Public Health England (PHE), in partnership with the NHS, have announced the launch of a brand-new mental health platform, Every Mind Matters.

British veteran becomes first double above knee amputee to climb Kilimanjaro

September 27, 2019September 27, 2019adminLeave a Comment

A British veteran has become the first double above knee amputee to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.

Saying thank you to our Armed Forces

June 25, 2019adminLeave a Comment

Ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday (29 June), military charity, SSAFA, is calling on the nation to reassess their view of the Forces, to celebrate the ‘everyday’ heroes serving the UK.

Veterans employment charity, The Poppy Factory launches #WorkingWithPTSD initiative

November 28, 2018November 28, 2018adminLeave a Comment

Veterans employment charity, The Poppy Factory, has launched their #WorkingWithPTSD campaign today (28 November).