Blind Veterans UK

National #charity supporting #blind #veterans. We believe every blind veteran should be able to lead the life they choose. 🎖️ Formerly @stdunstansnews

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From the Cenotaph to village memorials, people will soon gather to remember those who served.

Our chaplain George leads our service at Rustington each year, bringing blind veterans and families together.

Discover his role and more behind Remembrance: https://t.co/6ZmbDuiANe

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Remembrance can bring thousands together. It can also be a time for personal reflection.

Blind veteran Tony makes candles with space for the name of someone you’d like to remember.

Discover Tony’s story and more about Remembrance traditions: https://t.co/WXQbstsfci

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We still love this moment from last year’s Remembrance.

Blind veteran Kelly led our contingent and laid a wreath at the Cenotaph with her guide dog Archie beside her.

More on Kelly and the people behind Remembrance: https://t.co/AxbTTwhcSS

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In 1919, so many people laid wreaths at a temporary Cenotaph of wood and plaster that a stone one replaced it. In this photograph from 1924, blind veterans prepare to lay theirs.

Explore more about the people and traditions behind Remembrance: https://t.co/G9uhHQt1XP

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Some acts of Remembrance happen long before the day itself.

Steve is still caring for military graves, encouraged by your support last year.

Discover how his work began: https://t.co/n4ahvnTTGi

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We all recognise the moments that mark Remembrance: a standard carried with pride, the sound of the Last Post, a wreath laid in tribute.

Over the coming weeks, meet the blind veterans, volunteers and supporters who carry those traditions forward: https://t.co/Q5WcKICu3O

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Small life admin nudge: it’s #FreeWillsMonth.

If writing or updating your Will is something you’ve been meaning to do, learn more now: https://t.co/rcqYA5gZTn

As Bernie, who served 40+ years in the Army, puts it:

“It couldn’t have been more straightforward.”

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“There is a future after losing your sight. You can adapt and move forward.”

Meeting other blind veterans and finding the right support helped Carl realise what was still possible.

Share his message to help it reach more people.

#WorldMentalHealthDay

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After losing his sight, Simon never imagined he'd sail again.

Next week, he'll head into a national sailing finale sitting fifth in the standings.

See how he got there: https://t.co/XyL89jXJaf

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Blind veteran Michael spent seven years building a popular radio show.

But when glaucoma robbed him of his remaining vision, he feared he would no longer be able to produce it independently.

Read how we helped Michael return to the airwaves: https://t.co/H3lw8rdL8j

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105 years old.

That's not a typo.

On Friday we celebrated Nancy, our beloved Rustington resident, #blind #veteran and local celebrity, as she reached this extraordinary milestone.

Join us in wishing her a very happy birthday - and RT so even more people can celebrate her too!

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Got wool? Our poppy blanket needs you.

Knit or crochet a poppy, send it to us and be part of this year’s Remembrance display at our Rustington Centre.

Find everything you need to get started: https://t.co/xD8r9nRTJI

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Too early to mention Christmas? Not when it’s just 100 days away!

And blind veteran Ron, 95, has given us a very good reason to start feeling festive.

He’s designed the delightful artwork for our Christmas card this year.

Take a closer look: https://t.co/VlJrz6GNUz

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Morecambe and Wise. The Two Ronnies. Paul Merton.

Blind veteran Ted worked with them all during 40+ years in broadcasting.

Now, with help from our volunteer Sian, he’s published his memoir.

At 95, Ted’s story is finally down on paper.

Read more: https://t.co/NZQbK91UEO

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Sheer exhaustion. Tears. And a huge sense of achievement.

Our blind veterans gave everything they had to the #SouthCoastUltra this weekend.

Thank you to everyone who got behind them. We couldn’t be prouder.

See how they got on and hear from the team: https://t.co/MFMtyUWp4r

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"I was just a shadow of what I am now.”

With support, Roan rebuilt his life after sight loss.

This #RememberACharity Week, thank you to everyone helping support continue for blind veterans, including those who remember us in their Will. 💙

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Steve came away from last year’s South Coast Ultra wanting more.

And this Saturday, he’s heading back alongside six fellow blind veterans to take on 57km, more than double last year’s distance.

The start line is calling. Let’s get behind them: https://t.co/cMEkI4cKal

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“We’re not going to let the South Coast Ultra beat us”

Two previous attempts. A hard-earned 57km finish. Still not satisfied.

This Saturday, Andy and Angie are back for another shot at the full 100km.

Back them here: https://t.co/MbmWhvdpQS

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Stu will be the one walking 100km at the #SouthCoastUltra next weekend. But he won’t be doing it on his own.

His local community in West Sussex has helped him raise more than £5,000, and shown him just how many people are behind him.

Read more: https://t.co/MZbTINygPx

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Trying a new creative activity can support wellbeing, build confidence and bring people together. It can also result in a very impressive model tank.

Blind veteran Dennis created this on his first attempt at model-making, aged 90.

RT if you're as impressed as we are!