Veterans and their families will continue to benefit from therapeutic support and rehabilitation thanks to an ABF grant of £80,000.
The Army Benevolent Fund works closely with Care for Veterans, supporting the charity with regular funding that contributes to the operating costs of its long-term residential, respite and rehabilitation programmes for veterans.
The charity’s 60-bed, purpose-built care home in Worthing specialises in providing complex clinical support to veterans who live with a wide range of medical conditions. Current residents range from 23 to 103 years old and come from all walks of life and a range of military backgrounds.
In 2025, Care for Veterans merged with the Royal Star & Garter, a charity that provides care to veterans who are disabled or have dementia, allowing a broadening of support and ensuring the needs of residents optimally could be met.
This year, the ABF is supporting Care for Veterans with a grant of £80,000 towards the costs of its Integrated Wellbeing and Therapy Programme. Through adopting a person-centred approach to meet varying individual needs, the programme will provide tailor-made rehabilitation interventions that aim to maximise independence and promote physical health.
John is a veteran who currently resides at Care for Veterans. After beginning his career as a police cadet, John served in the Army’s Royal Military Police from 1951 to 1953, completing his National Service.
Following a sepsis diagnosis, which led to sight-loss in one eye and reduced mobility, John moved to Care for Veterans, where he attends physiotherapy sessions twice a week.
Reflecting on the support he receives, John said: “I enjoy progressing. When I came here, I couldn’t walk – and now I can do it, I’m doing it!”
John’s story reflects the level of support that residents receive at Care for Veterans, demonstrating the critical role that rehabilitation plays in improving residents’ quality of life.
Caley Eldred, Director of Supporter Engagement, Care for Veterans, said:
“We are deeply grateful to the Army Benevolent Fund for its continued generosity, which helps to ensure that we can keep providing life-changing care and support to veterans and their families, including the vital rehabilitation and wellbeing offered at our home. Together, we can help more members of the Army and the wider military family access the services they need.”
Brigadier (Ret’d) Peter Monteith, Chief Operating Officer, Army Benevolent Fund, added:
“We are proud to continue our support for Care for Veterans with another grant towards its care and rehabilitation services for former soldiers. Promoting physical health and rehabilitation among veterans is extremely important, and we’re pleased that this partnership will enable Care for Veterans to continue their important work”