Example of how we help individuals

MS lives independently on a boat asan alternative lifestyle choice. Due toessential repairs being required, he
was at risk of homelessness. The Regimental Charity was able to provide an immediate grant, enabling the necessary repair work to be carried out and ensuring that MS could remain in his home, avoiding the need for rehousing by the local authority.

Having reconnected with the Regimental Family, MS has since secured local employment at a boatyard, helping to restore both stability and independence.

MA served for 13 years in the Regiment, including two operational tours of Northern Ireland, and has a
diagnosis of PTSD linked to his service. Following a major stroke, he was placed on life support and
diagnosed with locked-in syndrome. He lost the use of both legs and his right arm, with limited
function in his left arm—sufficient only to use a spelling board to communicate, as he is unable to
speak. MA retains full cognitive capacity and memory but has experienced a profound loss of identity
and self-worth.

Following discharge from hospital, MA was placed in an elderly care home. During this period, the
physical progress he had made in hospital began to regress, and he spent each day isolated in his
room, with only the television for company. Concern grew that both his physical recovery and mental
health would continue to deteriorate.

To support MA’s ongoing recovery and wellbeing, the Regimental Charity awarded a significant grant to
fund essential adaptations to his home. As a result, MA has now been able to return home, where he is
better supported, more engaged, and in an environment conducive to both physical rehabilitation and
improved mental wellbeing.