Veterans

Homelessness can cause a huge amount of emotional distress and add to existing mental health issues. For people experiencing anxiety or depression, it can be difficult to speak about upsetting memories, or process negative emotions. […]

On Armistice Day, people come together to remember those who have sacrificed themselves in conflict. As we remember those who were lost, we are also glad to offer support to veterans across the country. We […]

Homeless veterans have been benefitting greatly from an on-site bakery at a veterans’ service. The Veterans’ Artisan Bakery is a community bakery supporting service residents and their families, staff, and local charitable organisations. Cooking is […]

Terry found himself homeless after a relationship breakdown over financial problems. He has also been battling alcohol dependency since leaving the army many years before. He left the family home and his ex-partner got custody […]

Homeless veterans enjoyed a friendly football match. Residents of The Beacon, a scheme for homeless veterans, played a friendly match against Hardwick House at a professional sports facility. Life in a hostel can at times feel isolated. 20 […]

A sad event brought together residents of a veteran’s scheme and a young man’s family. When Aaron arrived at a supported scheme for veterans, he had left his family due to a relationship breakdown and […]

We were pleased to hear that our recently retired Chair, Commander Bob Cribb, received an award. Bob was recognised at the Churchill Awards for the over 65s, to honour his contribution towards improving housing provision for […]

Joe became homeless after leaving the British Army. He returned home to Northern Ireland, but because of his service, was beaten and threatened with his life by local paramilitaries. He fled to England and slept […]

Commander Robert Cribb MBE RN (Retd) has now formally retired from his role as Chair of the Board of Church Housing Trust. He spent nine years on the Board and had many years of experience in the […]

Veterans who have experienced homelessness were pleased to be invited to an annual party at Buckingham Palace. The event, hosted by Prince Harry and organised by the Not Forgotten Association, is held in honour of […]