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We are the Durham branch of SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
We are the Durham branch of SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
We provide lifelong support to those who are serving or have served in the British Army, Royal Navy, Royal Marines or the Royal Air Force, and to their families. Founded in 1885, we’re extremely proud of our long-standing heritage and of all the work we do with inspiring people from Durham, across the UK and around the world.
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Opening times: Monday and Thursday 09.00-12.30
Telephone number: 0191 383 9452
Email: durham.branch@ssafa.org.uk
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We are open 09:00 - 17:30, Monday to Friday.
We love what we do. The sense of pride you get when you know you’ve helped someone get their independence and dignity back is extraordinary. Through volunteering for SSAFA Durham, you’ll have the chance to meet some truly inspiring people, with stories you’ll never forget. You’ll also gain new skills and experiences, but most importantly, you’ll make a difference in the lives of those who have dedicated their lives, often at great sacrifice, to protect and serve our country.
You can help people in need by visiting, listening and talking to them, to work out the best ways to support them.
Mentors provide support and guidance to individuals leaving the Armed Forces and beginning their new civilian lives.
Help our isolated, lonely and suffering clients by talking, listening and offering them the support they need.
Help us support those who need it the most at important times. Helpers provide volunteer support on a flexible basis, at peak times.
Help our divisions effectively look after their finances and accounts, using SSAFA's specialist online financial systems.
Help us by organising local events, communicating, liaising with key stakeholders and ensuring the smooth running of the branch.
A Cheque of £1,000 was donated to the Mayor of Bishop Auckland’s chosen Charity: The Mayor, Councillor Joy Allen, is the patron of SSAFA Durham and presented the cheque to the Wear Valley Division of SSAFA Durham branch.
SSAFA Wear Valley & Teesdale Division, part of County Durham Branch completed ‘Operation SSAFA Break 3’ on Friday 30 November, delivering 69 bacon butties out to beneficiaries and veterans who are in isolation or have been shielding since lockdown
SSAFA Wear Valley & Teesdale delivered treats and pipe tunes from afar to spread a little joy on Burns Night.
The SSAFA Durham, Wear Valley and Teesdale division delivered their annual Christmas lunch to veterans and their families last week to help spread festive cheer.