Whilst Most men and women who leave the Armed Forces are capable, robust individuals who make a good transition to civilian life, inevitably there are some who get into difficulties – and a few who find themselves in real crisis.

For these men and women Veterans Aid is a lifeline; a hands-on, operational charity that offers immediate, practical help geared to individual needs.

Veterans Aid was established in 1932 in the aftermath of the Great War. The charity works quietly helping ex-servicemen and women in crisis, regardless of age or circumstance.

In 2013 it took 3,400 calls for help & provided 21,300 nights of accommodation. From basics like provision of food, new clothing and travel to life-changing investment in training it is a place of hope that transforms lives daily.

It’s an inspirational charity that puts all donations towards helping the most vulnerable veterans.

I will be climbing Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro (5,895 meters) and Mt Kenya (5,199 meters) over the summer as a personnel challenge; it is an entirely self-funded expedition:  100% of your donations will go straight to this great charity so please give generously.

More information about what Veterans Aid do is available at their website: www.veterans-aid.net

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