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Why leave a gift in your will

WebAdvice and information on prosthetics, mobility aid provision, benefits, and the War Pension and Armed Forces Compensation Scheme.. Financial assistance in the form of grants to …

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Counselling Service for Members

WebWhat is counselling? In times of crisis, looking after our mental health is just as important asprotecting our physical health. Stress, anxiety and fear can all damage …

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Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 Support for Veterans

WebIn the United Kingdom, the next Mental Health Awareness Week will run from Sunday, October 6th - Saturday, October 12th, 2024. As a charity dedicated to enabling limbless …

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Amputation Explained

WebThis page is part of a series produced by Blesma for your general information. It is designed for anyone scheduled for amputation or further amputations, but is useful for anyone who …

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Understanding the Benefit System Blesma, Military Charity

WebThe benefits system can be complex and leave people confused about what they are entitled to- Our team of Support Officers can give advice and assistance on applications …

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How we help Blesma, The Limbless Veterans Charity

WebUnderstanding Benefits. We help the UK armed forces' limbless veterans, ensuring that they receive the much needed and deserved support that they need. Our charitable work …

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Amputation Explained

WebThese include: – shortening and smoothing the bone in the remaining limb so it is covered by an adequate amount of soft tissue and muscle – stitching the remaining muscle to the …

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Nerys Pearce, Former Combat Paramedic

WebNerys Pearce has to be one of Blesma’s most active Members but that certainly wasn’t always the case. After being paralysed when a car reversed in front of her motorbike, the …

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PTSD In Military Personnel and Veterans in the UK Blesma

WebThe Veterans' Gateway service covers welfare needs specifically for veterans and their families. Call Veterans Gateway on 0808 802 1212 or text 81212 for mental health …

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Operation Christmas Cheer

WebSend a Christmas hamper to injured veterans and their widows experiencing isolation this winter. Show them that they are not forgotten. Surprise them with a joyous Christmas …

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Caring and Coping

Web06 Executive Summary This report presents findings of research into how veterans with limb loss, and their families, live with limb loss. Using Grounded Theory, data has been …

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