We create guided motivational activities that provide a safe trusted space, where veterans can be active outdoors, building resilience and positivity, enabling them to contribute confidently to society.
Funded by supporters like the Army Benevolent Fund (ABF), Greenwich Hospital and the Armed Forces Covenant Positive Pathways Programme, this initiative offers:
“I came to ALABARÉ in a state. I was an addict, homeless and had let people walk all over me. I wouldn’t let anyone near me at first, and now I have a family of friends that I have never had before. I used to run away and hide, now I stand, I can smile now on the outside and inside, where before I only smiled on the outside! ALABARÉ have built my confidence to go out the door and reach out.”
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
Walking and outdoor activities are more than exercise – they’re life-changing. ALABARÉ’s Boots on the Ground programme helps veterans and vulnerable adults reconnect with nature, improve wellbeing, and rediscover purpose.
We also offer heritage trips, such as our Mission to Malta and Operation Gibraltar, providing veterans with the opportunity to explore and restore historic sites, acquire new skills, and strengthen bonds through shared experiences.
ALABARÉ veterans’ Mission to Malta was part of a joint initiative between the Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) and Heritage Malta. The team helped preserve Fort Delimara by cleaning, removing rust, and painting to protect the historic structure’s integrity.
They also worked at the AFM Delimara Outpost under the supervision of the AFM Property Management and Development Branch.
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Our ALABARÉ team of Armed Forces veterans visited Gibraltar to help restore Lord Airey’s Battery, which sits on top of the iconic Mediterranean rock. The team’s commitment and energy were instrumental in moving the restoration forward and preserving this piece of Gibraltar’s military heritage for future generations.
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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.
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.
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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Our fantastic supporters across the UK put on all kinds of activities, from quiz nights to raffles, auctions to walks and marathons, cycle rides and have even rowed across the Atlantic on our behalf. We’re keen to support you every step of the way.
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We’re passionate about the difference we make to homelessness and are lucky to have a rich network of volunteers across all our services. If you’re interested in joining us, we’d love to hear from you.
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