Veterans Community Network @VETSCOMNETWORK
The Veterans Community Network (VCN) is a Community Group with an emphasis on Veterans Supporting Veterans. Please visit https://t.co/ZizXmpGmEp to find out more. vcn.org.uk NN, MK, BEDS. Joined November 2021-
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Information on available Crisis Cafes around the Northamptonshire area #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
The Veterans Rendezvous Point Opening Day @ The Cock & Pullet LTD is on Tuesday 20th June 2023. If you are interested in attending or would like further information, please contact us via our website vcn.org.uk/contact-us. Thank you!
If you are looking for support with your mental health, did you know there are Crisis Cafés in Northamptonshire that can offer you a safe space? There is no need to call, just drop in. Download the latest Crisis Café timetable here: nhft.nhs.uk/crisis-cafe @NHFTNHS @MindCharity
Save the Date! The Veterans Community Network Annual Bedford Garden Party is coming soon on Saturday 29th July 2023. Further details to come #SaveTheDate #summer2023 #gardenparty @CovenantTrust
Look at these gorgeous little chicks! You can come and visit them at our new Outdoor Hub, The Veterans Rendezvous Point (RVP). Open Day - Tuesday 20th June 2023. Please visit our website vcn.org.uk for further information. #EVENT #summer2023 #openday @CovenantTrust
For those in the Devolved Nations 👇 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
For those in the Devolved Nations 👇 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
Mental Health Awareness Week starts today! 💚 All this week we want to talk about anxiety and the things that can help. Find out more about the week and how you can get involved here: mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/publi… #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ToHelpMyAnxiety
Hi friends 👋 It's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and the theme is anxiety. Check out these useful tips for managing symptoms of anxiety 👇 You may have access to Togetherall through your place of education, region or employer. togetherall.com #ToHelpMyAnxiety
"Data from previous studies has really helped to support the military" @CombatStress Dominic Murphy sharing the importance of participating in @kcmhr Health and Wellbeing Study #ArmedForcesVoices #OpRESEARCH
Each episode focuses on a different aspect of healthcare, with expert guests joining us to dicuss their experiences & to share their advice about accessing NHS services. #NHS #NHSEngland #VeteranHealth #VeteranSupport #HealthPodcast #OpCourage #NHSOpCourage #ArmedForces #AFPPV
Do make sure your voice is heard.
Are you a veteran or a veterans' family member? Have your say and put questions forwards for the upcoming evidence session on the work of the Office for Veterans Affairs on 15 June. Put forward your questions by filling in the online survey before 8 June forms.office.com/pages/response…
The PCC is seeking views from both victims of crime and professionals working with victims to help improve victims services. Have your say on the support needs of victims by completing an anonymous survey thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/victims-survey/ @TV_PCC @VictimsFirstTV
10/11/21 - Thank you to James and Michael for volunteering to help Gill and I to load a skip with rubbish and to dismantle and remove an old shed for an elderly Veteran, as well as partaking in an impromptu hedgehog rescue! Tina, VCN Social Activities Co-Ordinator @CovenantTrust
MKUH Armistice Service of Remembrance Nov 2021: "Very proud to have gone to the MKUH Armistice Service of Remembrance today with Veteran Michael. Truly an honour and a privilege. We will remember them". - Dr Gill Le Page. @CovenantTrust
An enormous thank you to all involved in the organisation of the Remembrance Day Football Match Nov 2021. We raised an outstanding £609.36 in donations, all to benefit our local Veterans, Reservists & Family Members. Video courtesy of MK DONS SET. @CovenantTrust @MKDonsSET
VCN held their first Christmas Fayres' in 2021. We raised an incredible £140 from the purchases of handmade Christmas decorations & a generous £20 donation. Thank you to our Veterans and hosts for your generosity, we look forward to seeing you in 2022! @CovenantTrust
SITREP Edition 2 is now available to download! Thank you to all our Veterans who contributed. Please visit vcn.org.uk/news-1 to download your copy now. @CovenantTrust

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The Parks Trust @TheParksTrust
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Simon Ferrier @ABFEastAnglia
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Haig Housing Trust @HaigHousing
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DMWS @TheDMWS
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Armed Forces Legal Ac... @AFLA_UK
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Walking With The Woun... @supportthewalk
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RMA - The Royal Marin... @theRMcharity
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MHFA England® @MHFAEngland
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Togetherall UK @togetherall
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Scotty's L Soldiers @CorporalScotty
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PTSD Resolution @ptsdresolution
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MOD Veterans UK @VeteransUK_MOD
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Royal British Legion @PoppyLegion
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Blesma @Blesma
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