Volunteering: Fundraising | Volunteering
Jane Davies
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After her husband passed away, volunteering for Help for Heroes has given Jane a chance to ‘meet people’ and ‘figure out her identity’.
3 minute read
The Veterans War: The Veterans War
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.
6 minute read
Between the Lines: Between The Lines
Jules
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Jules sadly lost her friend Martin to suicide. Martin served for 24 years in the Royal Military Police and the Intelligence Corps. His life inspired Jules to become one of our volunteers. His death motivated her to share her story.
5 minute read
The Veterans War: Armed Forces community | PTSD | The Veterans War
Brian
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For 10 years Brian turned to alcohol to try to cope with the memories of war and terrorism. Horrific scenes from his military career played out on a constant and tormenting loop in his mind.
6 minute read
Fundraising: Challenges | Fundraising | Sport recovery
Simon
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Injury doesn’t have to mean the end to a life of activity and adventure. After losing both legs, Simon has gone on to do some pretty epic events.
3 minute read
Fundraising: Armed Forces community | Mental Health | PTSD
Liz
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Liz was the youngest aircrew to deploy to Iraq and the only female crewman on the Chinook wing for four years, but life after service took its toll.
3 minute read
Project Solidarity: Project Solidarity
Ahmad
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Ahmad was an interpreter for the British Army. After fleeing the Taliban and ending up on the streets in England, Help for Heroes came to his rescue.
5 minute read
Strong Made Stronger: Sports Recovery | Mental Health | Strong Made Stronger | Social Activities | Sport recovery
Martin
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As a Commando, Martin lived by the motto you ‘adapt and overcome'. But nothing could have prepared him for the horrors of living with multiple sclerosis.
4 minute read
Strong Made Stronger: Armed Forces community | PTSD | Strong Made Stronger
Darren
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After serving for 20 years in the British Army, Darren was medically discharged and his world fell apart overnight.
5 minute read