Veteran turns his life around after tough year of being unemployed

AFC Fylde Community Foundation, working with the Veterans’ Foundation, have been supporting one local man throughout a particularly difficult year.

Josh Senior, a veteran living in Fylde, was referred to the Foundation by the custody suite at Lancashire Police.

As ex-army personnel, it was flagged that Josh could benefit from support provided by the Foundation to help integrate him into the civilian life.

Since March last year, the Foundation has worked one-to-one with Josh providing weekly phone calls, face-to-face meetings where possible and Zoom calls.

When referred to the Foundation, Josh was unemployed, getting into trouble with local police, and struggling to find motivation or drive to reach his goals.

Working with the Foundation’s veteran support lead, Lee Geraghty, Josh was able to establish a daily routine and identify career goals.

As a result, Josh has achieved qualifications which will help him fulfil his career aspirations.

Lee, who is also ex-army, said: “This year has been really difficult for everybody. We understand it can be challenging to stay motivated with everything else we are dealing with on a daily

basis.

“But Josh has been fantastic. In the past three to four months he has really shown us incredible drive and determination, securing qualifications to help him get to the place he wants to be.

“We have set out a clear plan with Josh, which he is incredibly happy with and this will help him achieve his goals professionally.”

For more details about veteran support email [email protected]

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