Getting Started
Start your journey to self-guided recovery with our tips on how to set up your home learning environment and take care of yourself as you progress through the modules.
In crisis? Find out how you can get urgent support
If you need support urgently or outside of our working hours, please don’t hesitate to contact
SAMARITANS
Freephone their Veterans Support Hub for the military community on 0808 175 3075 (24/7) or email jo@samaritans.org – to access confidential emotional support for feelings of distress, despair or suicidal thoughts.
SHOUT
A crisis text support service for people in the military community who are struggling and need immediate support to get through a crisis. Text CONTACT to 85258. #TextCONTACT85258
NHS 111
To access medical help fast but when it’s not a 999 emergency, telephone 111 (available 24 hours). To access information from the NHS on conditions, treatments, local services and healthy living, visit the NHS website.
COMBAT STRESS
For urgent psychological support, please call 0800 1381619.
SHELTER
For urgent housing support, please call 0808 800 4444.
How do the courses run?
WE OFFER THREE TYPES OF LEARNING
1.Online group courses
On Microsoft Teams, which are co-delivered by Help for Heroes peer trainers and staff who help everyone get the most out of the sessions.
2. Self-help guides
You can work through our self-help guides at your own pace at whatever time suits you.
3. In person
Our Veterans Moving Forward course is run face-to-face.
On each subject page there is more information about how to apply for the group courses and direct links to the self-help guides.
Taking Control
Goal Setting
Goal setting is important - it helps you to keep moving forwards in your recovery journey.
Financial Wellbeing
These courses go back to basics and help you take control of your finances.
Wellness action plan
This guide will help you understand what motivates you and how you can manage and boost your own wellbeing.
Preparing to take Positive Action
Are there areas in your life that you find overwhelming? This course can help you to take control and make positive changes.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Understanding anger
When anger becomes overwhelming, it can be distressing and lead to difficulties in your day-to-day life. We can help you learn how to manage your anger.
Anxiety
Here, you will find tips and advice on practical things you can do at home to help manage anxiety.
Suicide Awareness Training
Help us create suicide-safer communities for veterans by taking our free online training today.
Low Mood and Depression
Low mood can affect people’s thoughts. Sometimes depression makes everything feel harder to do. If this sounds like something you’re experiencing, these courses can help you.
Mind Mood and Body
This course helps you discover what affects your mental wellbeing and understand the links between your mind, mood and body.
Care for the Carer
In this course for carers, we look at how to minimise the impact on your health and wellbeing whilst caring for others.
Physical Health
Nutrition
What you eat and drink can have a big impact on your physical and mental health. Making some small, healthy changes to your diet could bring big benefits.
Sleep
If you’re struggling to get enough sleep, you’re not alone. It’s a common problem which affects people from all walks of life. There are many positive steps you can take to improve your sleep.
Pain
This course looks at how you can make positive steps to live with and beyond your pain.
Tinnitus and Hearing Loss
Does your tinnitus and hearing loss impact your day-to-day life? This course can help you.
Whatever your background and wherever you are in your ongoing recovery - there’s a course that can help you. And our team are here to support you.”
Peer support trainer and daughter of a veteran
Home Workouts
Circuits
Join Ben Richens as he guides you through a great circuits workout you can do at home!
Mobility
Join Matt Scarsbrook as he guides you through a brilliant mobility workout you can do at home.
Yoga
Discover how yoga can help you feel calmer, healthier, and more resilient in this series of home workout videos.
Interesting Reads
Spencer
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Spencer's 30-year military career ended earlier than he’d have liked when he developed multiple sclerosis. Adaptive sport has helped him greatly, but Spencer still faces many daily battles.
St. James's Place Wealth Management supports our Recovery College
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Recovery is about finding ways to live a healthy, purposeful and secure life, despite the challenges of an ongoing injury or illness.
Help for Heroes Shortlisted at Soldiering on Awards
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We are delighted to share that our colleagues have been shortlisted for two awards at the 2023 Soldiering on Awards.
Recovery College FAQs
Your questions answered about our Recovery College.