We are incredibly proud to announce that Launchpad has been awarded more than £1.2 million through the Government’s Reducing Veteran Homelessness (RVH) programme.
This significant investment will enable us to support 250 homeless veterans with high and complex needs over the next 27 months, across our three supported housing locations in Liverpool, Newcastle and County Durham.
The money from the Office for Veterans’ Affairs (OVA), which is being delivered through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (AFCFT), will help us continue providing the specialist, veteran-specific support that makes such a difference to the lives of the people we work with.
Launchpad works closely with local authorities, NHS services, housing providers, Operation FORTITUDE, VALOUR and other specialist organisations to ensure veterans can access the right support when they need it.
Every person who comes through our doors is an individual with their own experiences, challenges and hopes for the future. We know that providing somewhere safe to live is just the beginning. What matters is the support, encouragement and opportunities that help someone rebuild their life.
Through this funding, we will continue providing specialist psychotherapy, mental health and addiction support, employment and training opportunities, health and wellbeing activities, and practical help to move into and sustain independent accommodation.
Launchpad’s support doesn’t stop when a veteran moves into their own home. We’ll continue to be there, helping them navigate the challenges of independent living and build a more secure future.
Jude McKee, Chief Executive of Launchpad, said:
“We know how much difference it makes when someone has a place to call home and people around them who genuinely understand and believe in them. This funding means we can continue being there for veterans when they need us most.
“This investment will help us reach more veterans and give them the opportunity to rebuild their lives, regain their independence and move forward with confidence.
“We’re very proud of our team, whose dedication, compassion and understanding make this work possible every single day. They build relationships, earn trust and help veterans see that life can be different.
“We’re massively grateful to the Office for Veterans’ Affairs and the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust for recognising the importance of this work and investing in the future of homeless veterans.
“Since Launchpad was established in 2012, we’ve supported more than 860 homeless veterans. This latest investment will help us reach even more people who need us.”
