When Royal Air Force instructor Georgie Smith was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2015, her confidence hit an all-time low.
Natasha Mason served 19 years in the Navy before being medically discharged in 2013. As a veteran, trainee solicitor and Help for Heroes Ambassador, Natasha is perfectly qualified to explain why it’s important to write a Will and just what a difference a legacy can make.
Joining the Royal Navy in 1974, Roy Taylor spent much of his career in the submarine service at the height of the Cold War. But following a training accident that went seriously wrong, Roy started having nightmares and sleep problems.
Having served in World War Two and seen the effects of conflict at first-hand, Katherine Cubitt left a gift to Help for Heroes in her Will. Her son, Bob, tells us about his mother’s legacy.
Following in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps, Bob McNab joined the Army in 1968. He loved the challenge and camaraderie of military life until a deployment to Northern Ireland left him with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Help for Heroes has grant-funded nearly £700,000 to ensure veterans in Wales suffering from mental health problems will get quicker access to support. Read how it has made a difference to Davey's life.
Volunteer and regular Hero Bear, Peter, gives a first-hand account of the benefits of inviting the mascot to your event and some top tips to go along with it.
UK wounded, injured and sick veterans have spoken of their pride and sense of achievement at completing the 2017 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.
Malcolm Hingle, an ex-policeman who was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash, says the Big Battlefield Bike Ride has helped change his life.
