Shane
Shane sought help and support through several Veteran Support Services after his discharge, and continues to engage and support Veterans so that he can give back.
Emily
“We see members join from 17, 18 straight out of home and, like me, they don’t have the tools or knowledge to manage their finances ... Finances are a major factor in a member's home life, and mental health."
Mark – Army veteran
“We know veterans are at a higher risk of suicide so being able to access this type of help is very important. The support of Bravery Trust really does save lives!”
Tara Fitness
“In 2019, we had a choice of walking across the Bravery Trust bridge or falling off the edge of the cliff. We will be forever grateful for the lifeline which Bravery Trust gave us.”
Kristine & Darrell
Darrell is a former Navy officer with 13 years’ service. In 2018 he was diagnosed with high grade aggressive cancer and needed radical, urgent surgery.
Jason Jinks
"It's always hard to put your hand up and say, ‘I need help', and I really didn't want to do it, but their empathy was so real."
Pete Arbuckle
"It was sudden and unexpected. It was a tough time. My partner was pregnant and she had to give up her job. I couldn’t work. It was an incredibly stressful time and we had to move in with family as we had no income until things were sorted."
Josh
Josh was medically discharged from the Army after 17 years of service with significant injuries, including major depressive and anxiety disorders.
