There are many ways we help veterans and families face up to the challenges of life after military service. Everyone we work with has been on a unique journey, and so the support we provide is carefully tailored for all their needs. Read the stories of some of the incredible people we’ve helped to see how your donations make a difference.
The Veterans War: Legacies | The Veterans War
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After spraining his knee badly in the Army, David was forced to go back out on exercises even though a doctor had told him to rest. The nerve damage this caused has affected him ever since.
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In Memory: In Memory | D-Day
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My parents, Katherine (Kitty) and Bob Cubitt were from a generation who grew up in the aftermath of one war, only to have to fight in another.
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The Veterans War: The Veterans War
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Shaun served in Northern Ireland, the First Gulf War, and Bosnia. Living in constant physical pain, and with PTSD, sight loss and hearing loss, he's at risk of isolation. Visits from one of our nurses and our sporting activities are so important to him.
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The Veterans War: The Veterans War
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Jean was discharged from the Army for being gay, due to the cruel historic ban on homosexuality. The trauma this caused has derailed her life ever since. She's only now starting to find peace.
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The Veterans War: The Veterans War
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Former Warrant Officer, Vicki, lives with chronic pain and PTSD. For her, the veterans war is real.
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Facing It Together: PTSD | Veterans clinical services
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Two veterans whose lives were turned upside down by strokes have become the best of friends, having met through Help for Heroes.
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Fundraising: Fundraising
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Shaun’s journey began with the unexpected illness and bereavement of his son – Jack Patrick.
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Remembrance: Remembrance
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Former soldier Simon Cooper, from Melksham, is one of 50 veterans, carers, and staff from Help for Heroes, who will pay tribute to their fallen comrades by joining the Cenotaph march-past on Remembrance Sunday (12 November), in London.
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Remembrance: Remembrance
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When Richie sought help from the charity, he didn't bank on reconnecting with an old comrade. Read Richie's story...
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If you’re in pain, or if you feel anxious, stressed or lonely, we can help.
Life after a military career isn’t easy. That's why veterans and their families need your support today as much as ever.
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