Remembering loved ones is something we all do, but memorial dates are a good opportunity to dedicate some time to appreciating that person and the time we spent with them. For some children and young people, these dates are an understandably emotional time. They may feel isolated, or struggle to …
Going back to school after someone has died can be difficult for many children and young people, but there are some things you can do to help ease the process. At Scotty’s Little Soldiers, our mission is to support bereaved military children and young people, giving guidance, providing one-to-one …
After a bereavement it’s important to make sure you’re supported, but the kind of support people need can change from person to person. Because of this, it can sometimes be challenging to find the right people to help. At Scotty’s Little Soldiers, our mission is to support bereaved military …
20-year-old Alex Thomas was just four when his dad, Major David Thomas, died of cancer. Alex has been supported by Scotty’s Little Soldiers since he was 13 and is now the host our Aspire podcast for 18 to 25-year-olds, where he speaks to inspirational guests who have overcome challenges and …
Introducing Scotty’s Little Soldiers’ new bereavement support tool: the EndEx box. With the EndEx box, we can help bereaved military children boost their confidence, open up about their feelings and, after multiple support sessions using the box, look back and be proud of how far they have come. …
Army widow, Victoria Betts, is taking on a 140-mile triathlon in honour of her husband, Captain Adam Betts, who died last year. Along the way, she is raising funds for bereaved military children’s charity, Scotty’s Little Soldiers. Victoria met Adam while the pair were serving together at the …
