HEALTHY 
VETERANS
PROJECT

Dementia is not the end of the journey—it’s a place where new memories are made.

Too often, veterans from our Armed Forces, Merchant Navy, and Emergency Services face accidental exclusion from physical activities and social circles once they receive a diagnosis of dementia, Alzheimer’s, or memory loss.

At Veterans Dementia Support UK, we believe it is vital to show families and communities that a diagnosis does not mean stopping the activities we love. We need to care for and include our friends living with dementia on an equal basis.

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Our Healthy Veterans Programme is a flagship initiative designed to provide safe, inclusive, and structured physical activities. It is a pressure-free, uplifting environment where veterans and their carers can move more, build confidence, and maintain their independence.

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How the Programme Helps

Praised by our partner organizations and service charities, this program blends gentle physical movement with cognitive stimulation, social interaction, and uplifting themed activities.

Our sessions focus on helping participants:

• Improve Strength & Balance: Targeted movements designed for safety and falls prevention.

• Build Confidence: Empowering veterans to move safely and independently in a supportive space.

• Support Mental Wellbeing: Delivering joyful, engaging sessions that lift spirits and reduce anxiety.

• Reduce Social Isolation: Reconnecting veterans with the unique camaraderie and wit of their peers.

• Maintain Independence: Helping veterans stay active and capable for longer.

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Our Core Activity Sessions

We collaborate with health and fitness experts who bring over 20 years of experience to ensure the highest possible standards of care and safety are always maintained.

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🪑 Armchair & Low-Impact Activity Sessions

Gentle, enjoyable exercises completely tailored to different physical abilities. No matter your mobility level, these sessions ensure everyone can participate safely and feel the benefits of movement.

🎵 Wellbeing & Movement Programmes

Energizing sessions that beautifully blend physical movement, rhythm, games, and light cognitive activities to stimulate both the body and the mind simultaneously.

🏆 Community Engagement & Events

Lively group games, themed military/service activities, and friendly inter-group competitions that bring back the joy of teamwork, friendly banter, and shared achievement.

🎒 Intergenerational Programmes

We proudly link up with local schools and colleges to bring students into our sessions. This intergenerational work allows veterans to share their rich history, learn new skills from younger generations, and create beautiful new memories together. Schools visit our sessions to introduce fresh, vibrant activities that bridge the generation gap.

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Get Involved with the Healthy Veterans Programme

Whether you are a veteran wanting to join a session, a carer looking for an inclusive activity to do together, or an organization wanting to partner with us, we would love to hear from you.