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Happy to share this for Veterans in Bakewell thanks to Gary Morewood one of our Veterans who popped into The Veterans Community Hub this lunch time with it.

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If you wondered what have Standto been doing here is a snap shot of events we have been involved in to support our Veterans which will continue through our Veterans Community Hub , pop in we would love to meet you or give us a call.
We are back open on Steeplegate, Chesterfield in the morning.

Through The Veterans Community Hub we have two of our Veterans working through the Road To Recovery Cycle Workshop at Edge Ministries in Staveley delivering a Basic Cycle Maintenance Course to individuals in Recovery. We have been involved in this project since its inception and proud to be joined with Edge ministries , The Global Adventure and Peak Performance.

Happy Birthday to Royal Marines everywhere from all at Standto Veterans Community Hub.
We are open again tomorrow, AJ is in the chair so pop down and see what he can do for you

We are open again from 0930 tomorrow morning at The Veterans Community Hub - pop down and see what’s happening , we are here to support our Forces Family.

Well that’s week four complete at The Veterans Community Hub, thankyou for supporting us supporting you.
It’s time to introduce you to the third member of the team - AJ.
AJ has been with Standto for four years, he previously served in both the RAF ( he doesn’t talk about that much) before joining the REME. He specialises supporting Veterans who are struggling with loneliness and isolation, and thanks to all the work he has done he can offer advice and direction for those Veterans who require help with finance, housing, pensions, to name but a few. Pop down and have a chat.

Dave is in The Veterans Conmunity Hub this morning 10am onward to answer any questions in relation to Volunteering in the area . On behalf of Chesterfield Volunteer Centre.
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Today at The Veterans Community Hub we welcomed Tony Grindey who brought us a collection box and accompanying Poppys for the Annual Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal on behalf of Chesterfield RBL - if you want a Poppy come and make a donation.

Today our Veterans entered the climate zone of Buxton, at the start of our trail ride adventure to Ashbourne. A brew to combat the misting morning was followed with banter and chats which didn’t diminish throughout the day. At the turn around we visited the aptly named Tunnel Cafe and then onto the incline ( all be it slight ) back to Parsley Hay. Some Veterans weren’t quite saddle fit and will pay for it in the morning.
Great day and all made the 45km journey.

At the Veterans Community Hub we like to promote Veterans in the Community who have local businesses. Here are a few we have come across since we opened. Give them a look if they fit what you’re looking for .
If you are a local business on the same footing or are looking for Veteran to support you pop in and introduce yourself.

Wednesday is the day we take some of our Veterans out for a jolly good cycle ride in the beautiful Peak District ( some maybe over dressed , some can’t get away from wearing military kit) if you see us out give us a shout.

The Veterans Community Hub is back open from 0930 hrs tomorrow morning.
If you are part of the larger veteran family pop in for a chat
We open at the same time mon- fri closing at 1630hrs- we remain open on thurs eve until 1900hrs for our Veterans in employment to access services or just a brew and biscuit .

Wow and Wow again, another extremely busy week at The Veterans Community Hub in Chesterfield , time for some weekend RNR.
But first let’s introduce our second team member - the ever so important Office Mgr Trina, we couldn’t function without her skill set which is above most - organisation and enthusiasm is second to none when serving the community, she brings with her a wealth of experience from 13 yrs working in the recovery sector for Derbyshire Addiction Advice Service. She is the friendly voice at the end of the phone VIP Line (Veterans Information Point) and our Veteran facing community contact in the Hub.
Pop in see if we can help.
Have a great weekend.

We are open until 1900hrs this evening for those who are working on a day shift and fancy a brew, chat or a bit modelling

This week we have been supporting Road to Recovery projects Basic Cycle Maintenance course based at Edge Ministries - being conducted by Veterans to the wider recovery community - if you would like further information on this call into The Veteran Community Hub in Chesterfield . Coming up next week we have a Cycle Event for Veterans registered on our projects.

As we move from strength to strength at The Veterans Community Hub it is time to introduce members of the Team - this week we start at the top with O.I.C Jane, Jane has been with Standto since its inception, she has a history of working with Military Personnel throughout the UK on numerous stations/bases and camps , an experienced alcohol worker, Jane also has a passion and a wealth of knowledge to support Veterans as they progress on thier personal journey on civvy street .
She has been the driving force to bring this project forward to a group of Veterans who she believes deserve a space where they can feel safe and appreciated.

It looks like we might have open the RAF repair hanger this week at the Veterans Community Hub, although we have our RAF volunteer in tomorrow Chris, and he will be supported by AJ from the REME ( no big hammers though or GS screwdrivers )
If you fancy seeing what The Veterans Community Hub is about pop in and say hi.
Kettle is always on.

Hey folks The Veterans Community Hub is open from Monday morning, why not pop in for a brew and a chat with one of the team, let’s see if we can help you., or you help us to provide our enrichment programmes to those who have served.

Calling all Veterans we have two Mess Groups for you to attend - come along for a brew, biscuit and some banter in either Glossop or Swadlincote ( or both if you fancy a drive through the Beautiful Peak District)

So privileged today to be visited by amongst others this 94 year old Veteran, George who did his National Service in 1948 with the RAOC. He sat with us for a hour regaling stories and making us all laugh- what a gentleman.

That’s modelling off the ground ( well it is mostly aircraft)
Great to be joined by one of our Trustees today non other than Mr Shaun Brown - thanks for volunteering your assistance it has been noted and appreciated by the team and Veterans alike. ( might even run to mention is dispatchers)

Folks we are going to put the modeling table out at 4pm ( we are open until 7pm ) if you are part of our Veteran Community come on down and take part.

Today we had our friends from Pathways of Chesterfield visit us and we donated some coats to the homeless. Then we started with the busy Smoothie making and were joined by some of our Veterans along with our lead counsellor Mary , Jane from DRP , and our very own Service Manager Elaine.
Thanks for coming everyone .

Come along and join in the fun!

Busy day today - so tomorrow we’ve got the smoothie bike in the hub for our veterans to come along and give it a try whilst reaping the rewards of some light pedal work to earn their own self prepped drink ( a meal of goodness)