A VOS Trip on Paddle Steamer Waverley
On Wednesday 21st September, a group from VOS went on PS Waverley’s final South Coast voyage of this year and had a lovely time. Here’s an account of the day: Everyone knows about the holistic benefits we get from messing about on boats. By definition, Portsmouth is a great place to pursue these benefits and VOS […]
VOS goes sailing in the Solent on ‘Spirit of Scott Brader’
A group of VOS veterans went out sailing on Spirit of Scott Brader on 5th September, provided by the Gwennili Trust, and had a brilliant time. Here’s what the veterans who came along had to say about the voyage: “Superb!” “Great Experience, first time on a catamaran” “Thoroughly enjoyed the day, excellent respite from an otherwise […]
VPPP Partner Spotlight: Defence Medical Welfare Service
An introduction to Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS), one of VOS’s partners within the Veterans’ Places, Pathways and People programme Veterans Outreach Support is proud to be the grant holder for the South-East region Portfolio of the Veterans’ Places, Pathways and People programme, working with our partners to provide activities, services and support to local […]
VOS visits RNOV Shabab Oman II
Check out our photos and thoughts from our time on this beautiful and impressive ship! “A group of 18 VOS guests visited the Shabab Oman ll on Saturday 20 Aug and enjoyed the Omani Navy’s hospitality. Our guide for the tour was very good and answered all our many questions. We were offered falafels, coffee […]
VOS awarded grant by RNRMC and Greenwich Hospital
Veterans Outreach Support (VOS) is immensely grateful to the RNRMC and Greenwich Hospital for their recent grant of £65,000 The Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC), in partnership with Greenwich Hospital, has awarded Veterans Outreach Support (VOS) with a grant of £65,000. This grant was received through the RNRMC’s ‘Through Life’ funding pathway. […]
Two VOS Volunteers Visit London for the Lying-in-State of Queen Elizabeth II
Last week, two of our VOS Volunteers, Richard and Sue, travelled up to London for the Lying-in-State of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II in order to thank her and say goodbye. From when they first heard the sad announcement of the passing of the Queen, they were determined to pay their respects in some way. […]
Thank you Ma’am — VOS remembers Queen Elizabeth II
Veterans Outreach Support is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our beloved Queen. We join all those who are mourning her sad loss at this time. Her Majesty’s faithful service to our nation embodied so many of the values we aspire to at VOS. Her heartfelt goodwill towards all people, her ability to […]
VOS Visit to Fort Nelson and the Falklands 40 Exhibition
On Wednesday 31st August VOS had a day out to visit Fort Nelson and see their exhibition marking 40 years since the Falklands conflict. Here’s a reflection on the visit: A group of VOS volunteers and service users headed up by Pips have met up to explore Fort Nelson. Before we go inside we pose […]
Merchant Navy Day 2022! Insight from a former MN Engineering Officer…
Remembering Merchant Navy Day, 3rd September at VOS The Merchant Navy (MN) holds a special place in the heart of Veterans Outreach Support (VOS), with the charity supporting MN veterans alongside those of the UK Armed Forces, in recognition of the key role played by MN seafarers across the years, especially as this vital group […]
VOS Donor Spotlight: The Veterans’ Foundation
An introduction to the Veterans’ Foundation – a much valued grant maker that supports the work of VOS As a registered charity, Veterans Outreach Support requires a certain amount of funding, in order to be able to deliver support to veterans and their partners in a variety of ways. We are immensely grateful for such […]
