Thank You For Your Service
Dean Griffin
VOLUNTEER - Northamptonshire
Dean served for 6.5 years in the Royal Logistic Corps, completing operational tours in Bosnia and Iraq. He was medically discharged in 2004 due to PTSD, which has given him a first-hand understanding of the challenges many veterans face in civilian life.
Dean brings extensive experience from his voluntary and organisational work, including serving as a Welfare Caseworker with The Royal British Legion and supporting patients and families at Cynthia Spencer Hospice in a variety of roles, including fundraising and end-of-life care support.
Dean joins the Veterans Community Network as a Voluntary Peer Support Mentor, committed to using his lived experience to support fellow veterans and help them work toward a brighter future.
Steve Loader
AMBASSADOR - Northamptonshire
I served with the 1st Battalion, Grenadier Guards for over seven years. During this period, I undertook ceremonial duties in London, including Trooping the Colour. Following my initial service in a Rifle Company, I joined the Mortar Platoon within the Support Company. In 2009, during my tour in Afghanistan, I sustained injuries in a rogue policeman incident. This led to many years of physical and mental recovery. Having received invaluable support from Gill and her colleagues at VCN, I am honoured to serve as an Ambassador for the organisation. In this role, I champion their excellent services and provide support to fellow veterans who may be facing similar difficulties.
Cory Moore
VOLUNTEER
I am a cabinetmaker with over 10 years of woodworking experience and a range of skills in other construction areas. I'd like to utilise these skills to help the VCN with upkeep and
Maintenance at RVP Poddington.
Susan Strachan
VOLUNTEER - BEDFORD & MILTON KEYNES
Susan is married to a Veteran and is a retired Nurse. Susan supports our Veterans in Care Homes Project in the Eastern Region.