Steven, 25, thought joining the Army would be the escape he needed. But after being discharged he found himself slipping further down the road of alcohol and drug addiction. With …
Army veteran Josh weathers Covid-19 downturn with hospital work
This week is Men’s Health Week, offering an opportunity to reflect on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on mental health and wellbeing. For many of the veterans we’ve supported …
John secures a new job at 60
Former soldier John could no longer continue with the tough building work that he had done for 30 years. Opportunities seemed to be few near his home in the North …
Liam turns his love of dogs into a business
Just one year after being recruited into the Royal Marines, Liam’s dreams of a long military career were cut short by a serious back injury. Then the 24-year-old from North …
Helping Tony and Lou get back on the road
Tony and Lou Jennings, from Telford, have faced life’s challenges together over nearly 30 years. When 57-year-old Tony lost his job, they were struggling with their finances and asked for …
Former soldier Norris helps people connect digitally
Norris, 34, was injured in Afghanistan and struggled to settle in a new job after being discharged. With employment support he has found a new sense of purpose with telecommunications …
Pandemic stories
Our employment support has helped secure more than 240 jobs for veterans with mental and physical health conditions since the first UK lockdown. See the impact of our work during …
Captain Tom Lane takes on 125km Highland challenge for veterans
A serving Army captain is gearing up for a gruelling challenge in one of the most remote parts of the UK on behalf of veterans with health conditions. Despite never …
Bob joins Ambulance Service at height of pandemic
After serving in the Royal Military Police, Bob experienced some difficulties in his civilian career that had a serious impact on his mental health. With support from The Poppy Factory, …
Supporting Musa to step out from isolation
Former Infantryman Musa Jallow, 39, was isolated and struggling with his mental health. He thought he would never have the confidence to work again. With employment support he is finding …
Michael’s long journey to a secure home and future
After leaving the Army, Michael Murphy, 40, was hit by a series of family tragedies and went through a very difficult time. With employment support he was able to find …
Donna overcomes challenges to join support network for South Wales veterans
Army veteran Donna Purnell, 36, from Ammanford, experienced mental health challenges and reached breaking point years after leaving service. With joint support from Veterans NHS Wales, Change Step and The …
RAF veteran Andy soars in new role after turbulent times
During a 12-year RAF career, Andy Jones worked on Tornado engines, joined a helicopter Search and Rescue crew and served alongside ambulance crews as a military co-responder. The 43-year-old father-of-one …
Ronnie will run his own marathon to support fellow veterans into work
A veteran soldier from Lincoln is taking on a marathon-length challenge to help others who are wounded, injured and sick and struggling to get back into employment. Ronnie Smith was …
100 Lives: RAF veteran Jim gets new career off the ground after stroke recovery
Jim served for many years in the RAF and in public service until a stroke left him temporarily paralysed down one side, bringing a sudden end to his career and …
100 Lives: Building a strong foundation to weather challenging times
Former soldier Keiren, 30, was on a self-destructive path after developing post-traumatic stress disorder from his time in Afghanistan, but with support he was able to turn his life around. …
Steve seeks support to weather the storm
After serving a full 23 years in the Royal Navy, Steve enjoyed a successful career in the NHS until drinking, depression and debt took their toll. With support from The …
100 Lives: Gareth takes stock and moves forward
Gareth Norburn, 39, served in the Royal Military Police until he was knocked down by a car while out running near his Telford barracks. After extensive surgery and rehabilitation, Gareth …
1OO Lives: Life beyond The Rifles for Dean
Former soldier Dean Paget, from Pontypool, served in Northern Ireland and Bosnia and Afghanistan. After completing a 24-year career in the Army he struggled to fit into the civilian world. …
RAF veteran Fraser charts a new course
Fraser, 53, served in the Royal Air Force for 10 years as an Avionics Engineer. He was six weeks away from realising his dream of becoming a Navigator when he …
Wildlife inspires Andrea to sketch out a new career
Andrea Bartlett served in the Royal Army Medical Corps for 12 years until she developed a degenerative optic nerve disease that runs in her family. After being medically discharged, the …
Extremely rewarding work for Steven
Former Royal Fusilier Steven Collins experienced tragedy when three of his comrades were killed by a roadside bomb while out on patrol in Iraq on his birthday. After leaving the …
Helping Mark find a new sense of purpose
Mark Stanley, 58, from Swansea, joined the Royal Signals as a teenager and was discharged seven years later after serving in Germany and Cyprus. Despite a successful move into a …
Helping Michael find the recipe for success
Michael Gallagher grew up in tough circumstances in Northern Ireland and served twice in the British Army, as a soldier and a chef. He was stationed in Woolwich alongside Lee …
Will drives forward to reach new heights
When he left the Army, Will struggled with mental health issues for some years and found it difficult to regain a sense of purpose. After going through counselling for post-traumatic …
Paul’s story
A former soldier who struggled to cope in the civilian world has found a new purpose leading others to help fellow veterans. Paul Atkinson, 50, completed three tours of duty …
Chris’ story
Chris spent 15 years in the Royal Navy and during his career received the Queen’s Commendation for Bravery Conduct. However, after a traumatic experience, Chris left the Navy and struggled with …
Yvette’s Story
Yvette served in the Army for 10 years, seeing active duty in the First Gulf War and Bosnia, where she drove heavy military vehicles for the Royal Logistics Corps. But …
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