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.
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 .
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.
Preparing for fireworks this Bonfire Night
Fireworks are used to celebrate various dates in the calendar, such as New Year and the impending Bonfire Night on 5 November. But for veterans and those living with PTSD, this time of year can be distressing and even trigger flashbacks, or other symptoms of the condition.
Dedicated suicide bereavement support services announced
Today (27 October), the Department of Health and Social Care have announced the launch of dedicated suicide bereavement support across England.
Brand-new mental health platform launched by Public Health England
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
A British veteran has become the first double above knee amputee to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.
Family first: Supporting military families
Leaving the Armed Forces is a large adjustment. As the time comes for your partner or spouse to transition into civilian life, Saskia Harper asks: What guidance is available for military families going through resettlement?
A beacon of hope from All Call Signs
Using Armed Forces experience and a peer-to-peer communication service, All Call Signs has saved at least 47 lives in the last year. We speak to co-founder Dan Arnold about why the service is so important.