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Care after Combat is a UK registered company limited by guarantee and a charity registered with the Charity Commission in England & Wales (1159342).

03/06/2026

In 2024/25, one in eight UK armed forces personnel accessed military healthcare for mental health-related reasons, a powerful reminder that mental health challenges within the armed forces community are widespread and deserve proper attention and support.

For veterans in the justice system, access to appropriate mental health support can be even harder to come by. Their needs are often unrecognised, and the specialist support that could make a difference is not always available when it's needed most.

At Care after Combat, we work alongside veterans in the justice system to ensure they receive consistent, informed support, because no veteran should face their challenges alone.
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📊 Read the full UK Armed Forces Mental Health Annual Report: 2024/25: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68665b38dd1a7e01559e6d18/UK_armed_forces_mental_health_2024-25_annual_report.pdf⁠
🌐 Find out more about our work: careaftercombat.org

01/06/2026

Something significant is launching today. ☀️

SUNRAY TWOSIX is a veteran-led wellbeing journey travelling from Loch Lomond through the Outer Hebrides to Edinburgh, meeting veterans where they are in some of Scotland's most remote communities.

It's about more than the miles. It's about raising awareness of veteran wellbeing and making sure no veteran feels forgotten.

Find more information on SUNRAY TWOSIX here: https://svwa.org.uk/veterans-to-embark-on-historic-wellbeing-tour-across-scotlands-most-remote-communities/

29/05/2026

There is something uniquely powerful about being supported by someone who understands where you have come from.

For veterans in the justice system, that shared understanding makes an enormous difference. When a mentor knows the culture and the challenges of military life from the inside, the support they offer carries a weight that is hard to replicate any other way.

That shared experience is at the heart of how Care after Combat works. Our mentors truly understand, and that makes a difference.

If you are a veteran who needs someone to talk to, our 24/7 helpline is available.

📞 0300 343 0255
🌐 careaftercombat.org

27/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who has been supporting Care after Combat and our veterans. 🙏

From grant funding to practical support, our partners play a vital role in helping us provide consistent, specialist mentorship to veterans in the justice system.

Today, we want to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of them.

Our supporters include:

imGROUP⁠
ROKiT⁠
BNA⁠
Lloyd's Patriotic Fund⁠
Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund⁠
Greenwich Hospital⁠
Paragon⁠
The Corbett Network⁠
Andrews Sykes⁠
Community Fund⁠
Veteran's Foundation⁠
iem⁠
Army Benevolent Fund⁠
KUKU CONNECT⁠

To find out more about Care after Combat and the work our supporters make possible, visit careaftercombat.org

26/05/2026

What does stress look like for you?

Stress shows up differently for everyone, and for veterans, it can come from multiple directions at once: transition, relationships, finances, and more.

We've just published a practical guide exploring how stress affects veteran mental health and what can genuinely help.

Read the full piece here 👉 careaftercombat.org/managing-stress-and-mental-health-as-a-veteran-a-practical-guide/

21/05/2026

Wishing everyone a restful (and hopefully, sunny!) bank holiday weekend.

Our office is closed on Monday, but our helpline is available around the clock for anyone who needs it.

We'll see you on Tuesday, 26th May. 💙

20/05/2026

For those who may be new to who we are and what we do: Care after Combat is a UK charity dedicated to supporting veterans in the justice system, one of the most overlooked groups within our armed forces community.

Through one-to-one mentorship and consistent, personalised support, we work alongside veterans during custody and after release, helping them to rebuild their lives and reintegrate successfully into their communities.

If you'd like to support our work, there are several ways to get involved, from fundraising and volunteering to leaving a gift in your will.

Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a difference to the veterans who need us most.

💙 Support us: careaftercombat.enthuse.com/profile
🌐 Find out more: careaftercombat.org

18/05/2026

The final celebration is only one week away!🎉⁠
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Join us on Sunday, 24 May at The Little Ship, Portland, from 2 pm to celebrate Sean and Jonny's extraordinary achievement: rowing 3,200 miles across the Atlantic Ocean in aid of Care after Combat and Samaritans!
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The evening will include:⁠

🌊 An ocean row Q&A.
🌊 Live music & Karaoke⁠.
🌊 A raffle.
🌊 Face painting⁠.
⁠🌊 An Antigua holiday draw! 🏖️⁠
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This will be a brilliant night to celebrate Sean and Jonny's amazing achievement, as well as the community that supported them along the way.⁠
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If you want to learn more about the event, visit: https://fb.me/e/5JcjfKpDE

15/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Thrive Together Training session on the 12th of May!

We're happy to share that there's another session coming up, and we'd love for you to be part of it.

This training is designed for professionals across all services who work with UK military veterans. You'll explore the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life and how those challenges can contribute to vulnerability in the justice system.

You'll also have the chance to examine common myths that can affect sentencing outcomes, and gain practical, experience-led guidance on how best to support veterans in and after the justice system.

Thrive Together Training returns on 12 June 2026, with two sessions available, morning and afternoon, so you can choose the time that works best for you.

🔗 Find out more and sign up: https://careaftercombat.org/events/

14/05/2026

Fancy a round of golf for a great cause? ⛳

Join us on Thursday, 25 June 2026, at the stunning Sandford Springs Golf Club in Kingsclere, Hampshire, for Care after Combat's Charity Golf Day: a brilliant day on the course raising funds for veterans in the justice system!

Open to all golfers, regardless of handicap, the day includes a bacon roll and a drink on arrival and 18 holes of golf, followed by prize-giving, an auction, a raffle, and dinner.

Important details:

📅 Thursday 25 June 2026.
📍 Sandford Springs Golf Club, Kingsclere, Tadley, Hants RG26 5RT.
🕙 Registration from 10.30am, tee off 12.30pm.
💷 £75 per person or £300 for a four-ball team.
📧 To register, email [email protected]

Find out more and secure your place: https://careaftercombat.org/event/sandford-springs-charity-golf-day-2026/

Address

Office 12, Newark Beacon Innovation Centre, Cafferata Way, Newark
Newark
NG242TN

Telephone

+443003430255

Website

http://www.careaftercombat.org/

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