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 …
Stress Awareness Month: Helping veterans overcome stress
Many of us have experienced stress in some form or another. Especially over the past year, when so many things have changed. Our work routines have been disrupted and our …
Veterans with health conditions supported into more than 200 jobs since lockdown
More than 200 jobs have been secured by veterans with mental and physical health conditions since the first UK lockdown, following employment support from The Poppy Factory. The charity has …
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 …
Funding will help more RAF veterans move into employment
RAF veterans with health conditions will be supported back into work throughout the challenges of the next 12 months, through further funding from the RAF Benevolent Fund. The Fund has …
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 …
New pilot will combine housing and employment support for veterans
Veterans with health conditions who are supported by leading housing provider Stoll will also be offered employment support from The Poppy Factory through a new partnership launching this week. The …
National Work Life Week: Helping veterans find the right balance
It can be very difficult to find a good work life balance. And for those who continue to work from home in response to coronavirus, it may be increasingly hard …
Expert tips to make your CV work for you
Every day, our employability team supports veterans throughout England and Wales on their journey towards employment – and writing a good CV is an essential step on that journey. Here …