I don’t usually go out much due to social anxiety, but Boots on the Ground allows me to meet new people in a comfortable environment. It helps me to stay active and learn a lot about things that interest me. It helps me to interact with people and pursue my interests, which will hopefully lead to employment soon.
VETERANS – BOOTS ON THE GROUND
Our Boots on the Ground programme is made possible thanks to the generosity of our supporters, including the Armed Forces Covenant Positive Pathways Programme.
Operating across South West England, North and South Wales, the programme is open to both veterans living in one of our Alabaré Homes for Veterans, and veterans living in the local area.
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YOUNG PEOPLE – WELLBEING SUPPORT
We offer many opportunities and activities through our health and wellbeing programmes for people living in our Alabaré Young People’s or Parent and Baby Homes.
From polo to sailing, residential woodland camps to trips abroad, we’re committed to helping young people grow in confidence and develop key life skills.
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We partner with local organisations such as The National Trust, Men’s Shed, The Forestry Commission, Commonwealth War Graves Commission and local Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Clubs to offer additional wellbeing opportunities.
We invite charitable trusts, corporations, community projects and activity providers partner with us in supporting veterans and young people.
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A PROGRAMME BUILT ON THE TRIED & TESTED NHS “5 STEPS TO WELLBEING”
Connect with other people – brings a sense of wellbeing and self-worth
Be physically active – causes chemical changes in the brain that improves your mood
Learn new skills – helps to build a sense of purpose
Give to others – creates positive feelings and a sense of reward
Pay attention to the present – helping you understand yourself better and enjoy life more
HEALING THROUGH HERITAGE
We recognise the value of linking our Boots on the Ground and Wellbeing activities to our collective heritage and conservation of our land, particularly in relation to military history.
Our clients tell us that they enjoy participating in these group activities, which build camaraderie and the sense of being able to give back. Our Boots on the Ground veterans have taken part in trips to Gibraltar to help restore militaria there, as well as help restore and maintain military memorials closer to home, including the famous Fovant Badges in Wiltshire.
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Take a look at some of the activities everyone gets up to. These will be updated over time.
If it hadn’t been for the Boots on the Ground team, I would be holed up somewhere with a bottle with no hope and no future.
WHAT WE DO
We’ve been supporting people who are homeless, vulnerable or marginalised for over 30 years, empowering individuals to live a fulfilled and independent life. See below for details of who and how we help.
Homes for Veterans
Our veteran pathway provides accommodation, training and wellbeing services to help ex-Armed Forces personnel who have struggled or faced homelessness in their civilian lives.
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Veterans’ Self-Build Scheme
Our training and support programme for former military personnel who have faced homelessness in their civilian lives and who want to work in the construction industry, helping to build their own home.
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Supporting Mental Health
A confidential service aimed at anyone in Wiltshire who needs support in managing their mental health and wellbeing and working in partnership with Access Community Mental Health.
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