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Simon Nicholson
Former Army Private Simon Nicholson suffers with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Before the lockdown, he was learning to manage his symptoms. But as the lockdown took hold, his mental health took a downward turn.
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Claire Barnes
Thanks to Claire Barnes, our Head of Grants, veterans who have needed us more than ever have received everything from food baskets during lockdown, to help getting to medical appointments as it starts to ease.
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Lucy Graham
Lucy is our Band of Brothers and Band of Sisters Fellowship Manager for the north, which means she’s normally based at our Phoenix House recovery centre in Catterick, organising face-to-face events all year round for veterans and their families across northern England, Scotland and Northern Ireland
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Stuart Nicholson
Help for Heroes Volunteer, Stuart Nicholson, talks about overcoming crippling knee problems and how he has continued to support the charity.
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Phil Hall
Since our recovery centres closed, Phil Hall and his team have worked tirelessly to ensure our very seriously injured (VSI) veterans continue to receive vital support.
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Dom Lovett
For some of our most seriously injured veterans, the lockdown has meant overcoming complex challenges. But thanks to you, we’ve been able to help them continue to get the support they need in these uncertain times.
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James York - Our Team
James York, a counsellor from our Hidden Wounds team, explains the issues veterans are struggling with as the result of coronavirus, and how we are making sure we're still here for them.
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Sean's Story
Throughout lockdown, regular video calls with our Hidden Wounds team helped former Marine Sean Ivey cope with the heightened impact of his Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). “I feel more prepared now for bouts of low mood and negativity,” he says. “Without support from Help for Heroes during lockdown, I would not have got through it in the way I have.”
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Michelle Turner AFD
Long before the lockdown began RAF veteran Michelle Turner knew what it was like to be isolated at home. Contracting a life-changing virus whilst deployed in Bahrain, she became afraid to leave the house.
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Jonathan Mitchell AFD
Currently shielding at home, former Army sergeant Jonathan ‘Mitch’ Mitchell has found recovery through the power of sport.
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Major Andy Kerr
Some of the men and women we’ve supported have recently stepped up to serve our nation in the fight against coronavirus. Major Andy Kerr, who is a serving soldier with the Royal Engineers, is one of them.
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Mark 'Lofty' Taylor
Thanks to you, veteran Mark ‘Lofty’ Taylor recently found the strength to return to the front line - this time in the fight against coronavirus.
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