Cyril’s Story: Service, Discipline, and a Smile Cyril began his journey of service in the late 1950s with the Royal Army Pay Corps during his National Service. After leaving the Army, he built a long career in retail, dedicating most of his working life to that sector. In retirement, a chance conversation with a friend […]
Shanti’s Story: Giving Back With Gratitude Shanti’s story is rooted in resilience and service. Her father was a volunteer in the British Army during the Second World War, stationed in Trincomalee, in what was then Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Following in those footsteps of service, Shanti built her own career as a teacher in Sri […]
Mike’s Story: Easing Patient Worries Mike spent 27 years in the RAF Medical Branch before working in civilian healthcare. After retiring, he became a volunteer in the Endoscopy Department at St George’s Hospital. Mike’s main job is to greet, and reassure, patients who feel nervous before their procedure, and to support their families. He makes […]
Jill’s Story: Guy’s Hospital Jill joined the volunteer service at Guy’s Hospital in March 2005, following retirement from general employment, as a result of a friend who worked at Guy’s mentioning that the hospital was looking for volunteers. Six years later, she joined us at the League of Remembrance. Jill says: “During my time volunteering, […]
Unlocking Potential – Level Best Enterprises Colchester-based charity Level Best Enterprises delivers meaningful life and work experience for young adults with learning disabilities (Trainees) in its café, art gallery, gardening and kitchen enterprises. Through our partnership, supporting Trainee placements over five years, the League of Remembrance helps open doors to practical skills, new friendships, and […]
At the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC), Stanford Hall, recovery is about more than clinical treatment. It is about rebuilding confidence, purpose, and community. Through our partnership with HighGround, we supported the development of willow weaving as a therapeutic activity for residents to undertake as part of their recovery from serious illness or injury. Using […]
Warrior Equine – Supporting Positive Mental Health Through Horses Trauma carries invisible weight, and for many Veterans living with PTSD or other psychological injuries, traditional therapies are vital, but not always sufficient. That’s why the League of Remembrance was honoured to fund three Veterans to attend a three-day programme at Warrior Equine, a not-for-profit community […]
Sport For Confidence – Building Inclusion Through Access Access is often the invisible barrier to participation. Through our support of Sport For Confidence, the League of Remembrance has helped provide training for disabled volunteers and funded a Boccia ramp so more people can take part in sessions. Volunteers received Makaton training, enabling them to better […]
Reconnecting Through Nature – Shore Leave Haslar Shore Leave Haslar is a community project based in Gosport’s historic walled gardens, where Veterans find restoration not just through therapy, but through nature’s quiet power and the steady companionship of others. The Challenge Many Veterans leaving service face: Feelings of isolation or loss of identity Lingering effects […]
Riding Towards Independence – Charlton Park RDA Charlton Park Riding for the Disabled (RDA) gives children with disabilities a meaningful opportunity to grow in confidence, ability, and independence. Our partnership with Charlton Park RDA demonstrates how dedicated support and community spirit can help children discover what they are capable of achieving. The Challenge Many children […]
