The Poppy Factory

@PoppyFactory

The Poppy Factory supports veterans with health conditions on their journey into employment, helping them overcome any barriers. Account monitored 9-5.

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  1. Retweeted
    Oct 27

    We are honoured that The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall have joined us to launch this year's . This week they met collectors to congratulate them on their work fundraising to support the Armed Forces community

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    Oct 23

    During our centenary year we've had a look through our archives and wanted to share with you some of our favourite posters through the ages. Do you recognise any of these from yesteryear?

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  3. Oct 26

    We can't wait to see the team in action! Thanks to all the team for your commitment, not long to go now...

    starts one week today! If you can spare a it will go to the & | we will be & ourselves 11km/day for 11 days … ! & ! |
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  4. Oct 22

    Phil enjoyed a long career in the Army and then the police. The isolation of Covid-19 made him want to be part of a team again. Through employment support and close working with The OCS Foundation, we helped Phil find the right work-life balance.

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  5. Oct 20

    Our new partnership with OCS Group UK will help veterans with health conditions overcome barriers and move into sustainable employment. We're working together to empower the ex-Forces community.

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  6. Oct 18

    We can't wait for this. Second year running. Loads more recruits. Not just running, rowing and cycling too. We are excited! Support if you can 👇

    2 weeks tomorrow starts to 4 the ⁦⁩ & ⁦⁩ | all & gratefully received 🤞👏👍 | see links in the attached post | ⁦⁩ ⁦⁩
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  7. Oct 14

    "When Covid came along, I was off sick & I stopped seeing people. I put on so much weight & I wondered if I would ever work again" Now Gary is happy in a new cleaning job near home, which has led to big improvements to his health

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  8. Oct 12

    Great to see footage of our early factory workers in 's report on the centenary of The Royal British Legion this morning. Congratulations to ! We're looking forward to marking our own 100-year milestone in 2022.

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  9. Oct 10

    Many of the we support have a condition. They show incredible courage & dedication to return to work after leaving the Forces. Richard struggled after losing comrades in Iraq & Afghanistan, now he's teaching.

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  10. Oct 8

    In recent years our employment support has developed far beyond the factory in Richmond. We now help veterans move into all kinds of work across England and Wales – such as former soldier Musa, who served in Afghanistan and Iraq:

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  11. Oct 7

    Veterans at The Poppy Factory have played a vital role in helping us remember all those who served and lost their lives in conflict. This photo shows Noel Davies, who worked at our factory for over 30 years. Noel will celebrate his 100th birthday this year.

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  12. Oct 6

    The historical service of Black people in the British Armed Forces must be recognised and remembered. Many thousands of troops from African and Caribbean nations served during the First World War, and many lost their lives.

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  13. Sep 30

    Calling all Richmond residents over 55... Tomorrow's Full of Life online fair will be full of talks and activities designed with you in mind, including a glimpse inside our new visitor centre and , hosted by . Sign up at

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  14. Retweeted
    Sep 29

    “I’m ambitious for the future.” Veteran Norris was medically discharged with a spinal injury and PTSD. Thanks to our partnership with , he has regained his confidence and optimism towards career prospects. Full story ➡️

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    22 Jul 2015

    Great to see back at work with Big thanks 2

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  16. Sep 28

    Enjoy a sneak online preview of our new visitor centre in Richmond this Friday - Alice will give a snapshot at 's Full of Life event ahead of online bookings opening next week...

    . look forward to our online talk 1 October 1.30pm as part of Full of Life Book your place now to avoid disappointment
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  17. Retweeted
    Sep 25

    is a programme from that helps veterans take up roles in . We spoke to Grace, a veteran working to find out about her experience transitioning from service to healthcare 👇

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  18. Retweeted
    Sep 23

    “It’s fantastic to be able to make a difference and offer support to people.” After leaving the Army, Donna received help through our partnerships with and and is now employed as a Coaching Support Worker. Full story ➡️

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    Sep 22

    We are so excited to welcome Group Tour Operators to in 2022 Featuring fam trip See you there

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  20. Sep 21

    Helping to prevent suicide in the ex-Forces community is something our team think about every day. Following we're sharing the story of Afghanistan veteran Richard, who says his life was saved through employment support.

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