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We are Combat Stress, the UK's leading charity for veterans' mental health. Our support is available 24/7 to veterans and their families on 0800 138 1619.

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Combat Stress
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Something big is on the way this December. 💙 For one week only, every donation you make to Combat Stress will be doubled, giving twice the impact for veterans’ mental health. That means double the support. Double the lives changed. This is your chance to make a real
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We extend our warmest wishes to our patron, His Majesty King Charles III on his birthday. Through his patronage of Combat Stress, The King has taken a keen and active interest in supporting our work to provide specialist mental health treatment to former service personnel with
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Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Armistice Address 2025 at the Royal United Services Institute in London. 💙 Led by award-winning war correspondent Jane Corbin, the evening brought together an inspiring panel of women veterans, Army veteran Gemma Morgan, Commodore
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Today, we come together to mark Armistice Day, a day to pause, reflect and give thanks. We remember those who served in the First World War and every generation since who has shown courage, dedication, and selflessness in the service of others. Their legacy lives on in the peace
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This Armistice, we remember. For all of us, Armistice is a time of reflection and quiet contemplation on the cost of conflict and the importance of peace. We honour those who gave their lives and also recognise the veterans who came home changed. For many, the effects of
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This morning veteran Simon West, our Lead Peer Support Co-ordinator shared his powerful story of service and recovery on the Chris Evans Breakfast Show. Simon spoke about his experience of PTSD and the incredible help our Peer Support Team gives veterans. Thank you to Simon for
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Thanks @JeremyGuscott for supporting Phil and all the amazing former Royal Marines yomping the length of the UK for us and @CR_UK @PAPYRUS_tweets @alzheimerssoc @RMCharity 🧡💙
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Jeremy Guscott
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🏃‍♂️💪 The #BootneckYomp25 is on! Huge respect to our mate Phil and former Royal Marines Commandos yomping from John O’Groats to Land’s End – 1,000 miles with 20lbs on their backs – raising funds for 5 great charities: @CR_UK @CombatStress @PAPYRUS_tweets @alzheimerssoc @RMCherity
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For many, Bonfire Night is a moment of celebration, but for some veterans living with PTSD, it can be an incredibly difficult time. The flashes, bangs and smells of fireworks can trigger painful memories of combat and loss. “We see a higher rate of distress in veterans accessing
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Combat Stress
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This week is Trustees Week, a time to recognise the achievements of trustees across the UK.  Combat Stress proudly celebrates our incredible trustees who dedicate so much time, knowledge and passion in shaping our vision, ensuring good governance and helping our charity serve
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Today we mark Trafalgar Day, remembering the bravery and sacrifice shown by those who served at sea. It’s also a moment to recognise all who have served since and the lasting impact that military service can have. At Combat Stress, we continue to support veterans living with
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Please watch this video, or just listen to the brilliant intro. These guys were doing this in aid of @CombatStress 👍🇬🇧
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Combat Stress
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Today is World Mental Health Day, a reminder that no one should face their struggles alone. At Combat Stress, we want every veteran and their family to know that support is available. Our free, confidential Helpline is open 24/7 for veterans on 0800 138 1619. You can also text
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Combat Stress
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Today is Gift Aid Awareness Day and a reminder that your generosity can go even further. In the last four years, we’ve raised over £1 million through Gift Aid alone, funding that’s helped veterans get the specialist mental health treatment they need. If you’re a UK taxpayer,
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@CombatStress 6weeks till #RacetoRemember please share & help me reach my target. #running #ultramarathon #distance #target #money
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Please share & donate. My friend is fundraising for Combat Stress. Check out their @JustGiving page and please donate if you can. Thank you! #JustGiving https://t.co/BSqLsa1h5d #ultra #marathon #running
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Hadrian’s Wall completed in two days - over 85 miles from Bowness on Solway to Wallsend, raising money for @CombatStress & @MuseumKent in this 85th Anniversary year of the #BattleofBritain Just shy of £2k raised if you can help get us over the line 🙏🏻👇🏻 https://t.co/tM5kPJrs2s
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What an INCREDIBLE prize! A 4 hour flying experience for 2 over the stunning Isle of Wight & The Needles. Get your bids in! 🧡💙 #CharityAuction #FlyingExperience
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Jonny Cracknell
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Amazing Flight Experience now up for auction to support our fundraising. Read below for full details & bid in comments or send me a DM. Courtesy of AirFirst - a 4hr experience (approx 2hrs airborne) for 2 people to fly from @BBSAirport over the stunning Needles & Isle of Wight.
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We are pleased to announce the launch of our free online course, Advanced understanding of women veterans: how services can better meet their needs. Originally delivered as a live workshop, the content has been adapted into an online, 30-minute self-guided course. Suitable for
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Combat Stress
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Adjusting to life after service can be difficult for some. If you’re feeling on edge or easily irritable, having unwanted memories or nightmares, avoiding things that you’d like to be part of your life, and/or finding it hard to trust, talk to us. Our expert clinicians deliver
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We’re honoured to welcome Commodore Carolyn Stait CBE as one of our speakers at this year’s Armistice Address. Carolyn made history as the first woman to command a Naval Base in Britain, a role she held at HM Naval Base Clyde - no woman held a higher rank in the Royal Navy until
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