Recipients of the Armistice Day retiring offering have expressed gratitude for our support of their work, providing the following information:
Help for Heroes: “Thousands of Servicemen and women are living with injuries and illnesses – both physical and mental – each and every day. Together with their loved ones they continue to need our help to cope with the challenges they face. Your support means they won’t have to battle alone. Long-term recovery is more than repairing damaged bodies and minds; it’s about rebuilding lives. Our mission is to deliver an enduring network of support to help our Heroes with their challenges and to go to live active independent and fulfilling lives. This is at the heart of everything we do.”
One beneficiary has said – “Thanks with all my heart for being there for me and others. Please don’t go away. One way or another, we’re going to need you for the rest of our lives.”
Blesma –The Limbless Veterans: “(We are) dedicated to the support of all serving and ex-Service men and women who have lost limbs, or lost the use of limbs or eyes, empowering them to lead independent and fulfilling lives. We support our Members, both young and old, for life. Just as we are still caring for our Second World War veterans, we also care for our younger generation, from recent conflicts that have survived complex trauma injury and will need specialised support as they age. Rehabilitation, advocacy, counselling, and care are the four principles of our Association. We work tirelessly to provide practical, emotional and financial support to injured veterans and their families as they rebuild their lives.”