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- In 2020 I am raising money and working with veterans on a ski based development programme for the charity Supporting Wounded Veterans.
- This is a UK based charity that supports veterans who were physically wounded or injured during their time in service, or suffered PTSD as a result of their service. The veterans are battling with both physical and mental injuries that have proved life-changing and, in many cases, shattering.
Supporting Wounded Veterans help veterans rebuild their futures through a unique, specially designed, ski-based development programme. Every year they provide a carefully selected group of medically discharged military personnel with seven days “skihabilitation” in the Swiss resort of Klosters, which enables them to regain their confidence and embark up a new path to fitness and wellbeing.
Once back in the UK, the veterans join a mentoring and job-finding programme that supports them into re-training and employment. Our ultimate aim is to help veterans re-integrate into society, ensuring long-term stability for themselves and their families. - The total cost per veteran from the initial ski based development programme to the ongoing programme of mentoring, pain management and employment advice is £14,200.
- Please help me raise funds to support these amazing veterans and give them a helping hand to rebuild their futures.