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Give Us Time is thrilled to be running its ‘Give Us A Moment’ programme again! We have donations for family days out and experiences across the UK for the whole of summer 2025 and into the autumn! Give Us A Moment recognises that spouses, partners, and others do so much when the serving person is […]

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Military charities Scotty's Little Soldiers and Families' Activity Breaks (FAB) work together this summer to support bereaved Forces Families
Scotty's Little Soldiers is working in partnership with Families' Activity Breaks (FAB). The two military charities, both dedicated to providing support to bereaved Forces families, will team up this summer, with Scotty's providing specialist bereavement support to FAB as part of their 2021 camp programme.

FAB is a non-public funded, tri-service charity, providing fun and challenging activity camps around the UK for bereaved Military families. Families are eligible if a child is aged up to 19 years old and has suffered the death of a loved one who was serving in the Armed Forces. The holidays offer an adventure for all the family and a welcome break to meet and socialise with others who have experienced a similar bereavement. FAB is underpinned by its volunteers who are serving or retired from the forces inc defence civilians, demonstrating to our families they are not forgotten.

Scotty's Little Soldiers supports children and young people (0 to 25 years) who have experienced the death of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. Scotty's services include guidance to parents and carers, access to professional child bereavement support, personal education and learning assistance (including grants) and fun activities such as holiday respite breaks and group events. These are all designed to remind the children and young people supported by Scotty's that they are not alone.

32 bereaved military families will be attending this summer's FAB camps, which will take place in Coverack in Cornwall and in the Lake District at the end of July and early August. The families will enjoy an adventurous holiday experience within a safe and nurturing environment, encouraging self-confidence, resilience and peer support, whilst having fun. FAB provides an opportunity for the military community to offer practical and emotional support to bereaved families in times of need, and Scotty's will be on hand to provide specialist bereavement support and guidance to FAB before, during and after their camps.

The FAB camps programme of events includes adventurous activities such as kayaking, archery, high ropes, climbing and mountain walks.

Karen Tait MBE, CEO of FAB, said: "I am delighted that Scotty's Little Soldiers have agreed to support FAB this year and moving forward. The partnership makes so much sense, a shared end goal of supporting OUR families. I emphasise the OUR because once you are part of the military family you always will be and we are determined to work together to ensure they are all cared for through their bereavement journey."

Lorna Vyse from Scotty's Little Soldiers, who will be providing specialist bereavement support alongside her colleagues Mark Hawkins and Charlie Houlder-Moat, said: "We are absolutely delighted to be working with the team at FAB. We share a common goal to support bereaved Forces families, so to work with them feels like a perfect partnership".

Lorna continued: "24 of the 32 families attending this summer's FAB camps are already known to Scotty's, so this is an amazing opportunity to not only provide our own members and their families with additional support, but also to help other military families who have experienced the death of a loved one."

Nikki Scott, Founder of Scotty's Little Soldiers, added: "It's incredible when the military community comes together to ensure our fallen heroes and their families aren't forgotten. I've always admired the work FAB does and I'm so glad Scotty's are able to help their team ensure that families attending their camps get the specialist bereavement support they need."

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How much does the concessionary card cost?

The cost of the card for pay as you go customers is £5.00 per year and you will need to supply proof of eligibility as detailed below to join the scheme. This card is not transferrable, so only the card holder can use it. If you lose the card there is a £5.00 replacement fee.

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When we heard that a member of the Armed Forces, who had recently returned from military operations, was denied a discount in a major high street store, but a student in front of him was given one, we knew we had to act.
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Activity breaks for members of the Armed Forces and their families who have a child with a disability and/or an additional need.

Due to a high intake of applications received in 2022, sadly we will not be accepting new applications for 2023 breaks. Instead, we look to reduce our current waiting list on a first come, first serve basis with priority to those who have not attended before.
We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused. If you are not a member already, you may want to consider signing up to the Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum (FANDF) mailing list as you will be first to hear about application openings.

Alternatively, get in touch by completing the webform below for further support or to speak to a member of the team.

10 - 14 April
Calvert Trust, Exmoor

5 - 7 May
Calvert Trust, Lake District

31 July - 4 August
Calvert Trust, Exmoor

21 - 25 August
Calvert Trust, Lake District

23 - 27 October
Calvert Trust, Exmoor

There must be at least one parent attending alongside their children. Daily activities for each break will include:

Families sleep in their own rooms on-site, most rooms are made up of twin and triple beds. We will make sure that families are in rooms next to one another if we cannot fit the whole family in one room. Three hot meals a day are provided.

Please note, the SSAFA Family Breaks are very popular so places are given on a first come, first serve basis and priority given to those who have not attended before. You may only apply for one of the breaks and we will allocate which centre when giving spaces. If you are unable to make one of the dates please state this on your application form.

Eligibility:

All children within the family must be between 5-18 years.

Children are dependents of a current Serving person or reservist.

One child attending must have an additional need and/or disability.

At least one parent must attend the break with their child/ren.

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SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity, has announced it is now taking bookings for this year's Short Breaks weeks taking place on 28 th May - 3 rd June and 29 th July - 4 th August. The SSAFA Short Breaks offer new experiences and activities for children, young people and families from the Army community.

Each year, the UK's oldest Armed Forces charity, SSAFA, offers two free week-long adventure breaks; The Siblings and Young Carer Break for children aged 8-12 only, and The Family Break for families with a child with an additional need or disability.

The Siblings and Young Carer Break is an exciting opportunity for children to gain independence, and bond with other children who come from a Forces background. Children are encouraged to relax and have fun, whilst taking part in a range of exciting activities, such as go carting, quad biking, bush craft games, abseiling, archery, low ropes, and lots of other team orientated games.

The Family Break is an occasion for Forces families to spend quality time together, which can be particularly difficult when serving parents are frequently living away from home, or there is an additional need or disability within the family. Family members are given their own room on site, and invited to take part in a variety of exciting activities throughout the week, including horse riding, kayaking, biking, sailing, swimming, archery, abseiling and bush craft.

Paul Reardon served in the Army for 28 years and is now in the Reserves. He and his wife, Sharon, have two sons; Lewis, 11, and Rowan, 9, who is severely disabled. Lewis has previously attended SSAFA's Short Break for Siblings and Young Carers, and in 2016 the whole family went on SSAFA's Short Break for Families.
Sharon Reardon said of the Short Breaks: "Lewis has been on SSAFA's Siblings and Young Carers Break before, but unfortunately I didn't get round to applying in time this year - so SSAFA suggested we try the Family Break instead. It was quite a long way for us to travel down to Exmoor. If I'm honest, I think we both thought that one of us would always be looking after Rowan, and we weren't sure how much of a holiday it would be. Rowan is severely disabled. He has profound multiple learning difficulties, he is visually impaired, almost completely immobile, and he has to be fed through a tube. We have tried various activities in the past, but Rowan is very rarely able to join in with things. But as it turns out - from start to finish, the whole week was brilliant. Our accommodation was brilliant, the food, the staff, the other families, the instructors, and most importantly, Rowan was involved in everything - which was amazing for us! I was doubtful about the abseiling and rock climbing, but our instructor said that Rowan would be able to do it. It was unbelievable. They had him in the pool as soon as we arrived, and he spent a lovely afternoon moving between floating in the pool and going in the Jacuzzi. We even had a group trip out one day to a Theme Park. It was lovely to have that change midweek and do something completely different, and we had a great time."
Recent veterans may also apply (who have left the services within the last year), however priority for spaces on the break will be given to serving families or reservists.
WHERE AND WHEN? Siblings and Young Carers Break
Where: Kingswood Staffordshire http://www.kingswood.co.uk/centres/staffordshire/

This break is for children aged 8-12 only. Children are accompanied by trained and vetted volunteers, along with SSAFA staff and the trained activity instructors at the centre itself.

Daily activities include: Go carting, quad biking, laser zone, bush craft games, abseiling, archery, low ropes, team games, fencing, caving, and camp fire.
Family Break
When: 29th July - 4th August 2017

Where: Calvert Trust Exmoor - http://www.calvert-trust.org.uk/exmoor/exmoor

Families attending this break must have a child with an additional need or disability in their family. There must be at least one parent attending this break alongside their children (aged 8-14 only).

Daily activities include: horse riding, kayaking, biking, sailing, archery, abseiling, bush craft, low ropes.

For more information about the Siblings and Young Carer break or Family break, visit www.ssafa.org.uk/help-you/currently-serving/holidays-and-events-service-children

To apply for the Short Breaks or to find out about volunteering opportunities, contact Hannah Wiltshire on Hannah.w@ssafa.org.uk or call 0207 463 9275
ENDS Notes to editors About SSAFA:
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity (formerly known as the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen & Families Association), provides lifelong support to anyone who is currently serving or has ever served in the Royal Navy, British Army or Royal Air Force, and their families. This includes both regulars and reserves.

Each year, our professional staff and network of more than 7,000 volunteers provide assistance to some 55,000 people, ranging from World War Two veterans to the families of young servicemen and women wounded or killed in Afghanistan.

For more information visit www.ssafa.org.uk and follow us on Twitter: @SSAFA.

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Company Shop Group is the UK's leading redistributor of surplus food and household products.

With a heritage spanning five decades, we're a business at the forefront of the sustainability agenda; changing mindsets and educating across the industry. We call it Corporate Surplus Responsibility.

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So, it gives us the greatest pleasure to announce, that this SMALL Charity has BIG news. The charity team have had this dream since 2011, and want to let you know that dreams can come true!

We have purchased a beautiful caravan on a holiday park. In Kent ('Heroes Retreat') where we can accommodate homeless ex-service personnel in an emergency situation to provide them with a secure unit until we can place them in more permanent accommodation. We can also offer veterans a much-needed break away with their families.

* Seaside location with stunning nature walks nearby

* A short drive from Whitstable; with its quirky shops, oysters

* Seaside and sandy beaches only a short drive away

* Family friendly clubhouse and bar

* Restaurant and mini mart shop

* Laundrette and other handy facilities

* Superfast Wi-Fi in accommodation

Throughout the year, the park welcomes special guests and regular cabaret acts to perform in the entertainment venue. You will be pleased to know the entertainment venue offers a full Sky and BT Sports package, so you can enjoy your stay without missing a single goal!

Over the last 10 years, we have recognised that the main reason most ex-service personnel end up on the streets, on drugs or alcohol with relationships breaking down etc, is because they don't have the support that is needed along the way!

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Armed Forces veterans with PTSD are being offered free gym membership by The former Dragons' Den star Duncan Bannatyne - who has called on the Government to do more to help military personnel.

The 70-year-old, who served in the Royal Navy of six years after joining aged 16, also put his money where his mouth is - by offering free gym memberships at all 72 Bannatyne Health Clubs to veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Duncan told the Sunday People: "I truly believe our armed forces are the best in the world. I think they do an amazing job and the bravery that comes with doing the job they do is outstanding.

"If I can help in a small way such as giving a free membership to help combat PTSD, then I am more than happy to do that.

"It is something that is very dear to me."

Veterans' charities say Duncan Bannatyne's amazing generosity could save the lives of our neglected heroes.

Former Royal Marine Jeff Williams, of Veterans United Against Suicide, said: "I would love the opportunity to shake Duncan's hand in a display of respect from the veterans' community. This is exactly the type of initiative the veterans' community needs.

"If there is a better way of banishing PTSD I don't know what it is.

"Sport and physical fitness are vital for good mental health. For veterans suffering from PTSD this could be a real life-saver and that is no exaggeration."

How to apply

Five free memberships, lasting a year, will be given at each of Duncan's 72 clubs nationwide. The memberships will be issued on a first-come-first-served basis. Those who apply may be asked to show proof of their military history and details of their diagnosis. Unfortunately,

The gyms retain the right to make a final decision on who receives memberships.

To apply please email: veterans@bannatyne.co.uk

Charities can also make contact on behalf of veterans they support.

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