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The Poppy Factory supports members of the Armed Forces community into employment, helping them overcome any barriers. Account checked 9am to 5.30pm.

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As the nation marks VE Day 80, we're proud to share our short film featuring reflections, readings and music: bit.ly/VEDay-film

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It was a fantastic turnout today for our VE Day open afternoon in Richmond - great to welcome so many special guests including Mayor of Richmond Cllr Richard Pyne, Richmond Park MP Sarah Olney and Lord Lee. Thank you everyone for coming! VisitRichmond Richmond Council My Richmond

It was a fantastic turnout today for our VE Day open afternoon in Richmond - great to welcome so many special guests including <a href="/LBRUTMayor/">Mayor of Richmond</a> Cllr Richard Pyne, Richmond Park MP <a href="/sarahjolney1/">Sarah Olney</a> and Lord Lee. Thank you everyone for coming! <a href="/Visit_Richmond1/">VisitRichmond</a> <a href="/LBRUT/">Richmond Council</a> <a href="/MyRichmondLdn/">My Richmond</a>
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We were proud to be present for the Cavalry Memorial Parade in Hyde Park yesterday, where a special wreath made and refurbished by our production team commemorated those who have given their lives in conflict.

We were proud to be present for the Cavalry Memorial Parade in Hyde Park yesterday, where a special wreath made and refurbished by our production team commemorated those who have given their lives in conflict.
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With less than two weeks to wait till this very special event exploring the healing power of the written word at Senate House, University of London, there is still time to secure your place. Huge thanks in advance to Dr Sri Kalidindi CBE 💙 and the KLIP Global team for organising such a

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📢 We're hiring! Please share! Are you passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of veterans and their families? If so, join our team and help drive our mission to support veterans with health conditions. ➡️ Families Employment Specialist (Maternity Cover) ➡️

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Community connections are vital for good mental health, as highlighted this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. 85% of people helped through our Navigator service have a #mentalhealth condition. Our team can help veterans connect with others in their communities and find the wider

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The Poppy Factory's terrace is coming into flower as we head towards summer, and we'd love to welcome you to our visitor centre while Richmond-upon-Thames is in full bloom! poppyfactory.org/discoverydays/

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Our discovery sessions in June are starting to fill up - if you're around Richmond on 17 June why not pop in for a visit at 12:30pm. They'll be over 100 years of history, personal veteran stories, The King & Queen's Royal wreaths on show and you'll get the chance to make your own

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Ben, our Navigator in #Cheshire and #Merseyside, highlights the difference our Navigator service is making for veterans’ confidence and self-esteem, from returning to the gym after years away, to attending busy meeting places and choosing to show pride in appearance. If you

Ben, our Navigator in #Cheshire and #Merseyside, highlights the difference our Navigator service is making for veterans’ confidence and self-esteem, from returning to the gym after years away, to attending busy meeting places and choosing to show pride in appearance. 

If you
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Volunteering has been a lifeline for many family members we support through our Families Employment Service. It's flexible and there's no pressure so childcare and general life responsibilities remain manageable. Plus it: ➡️ Boosts confidence ➡️ Builds real-world experience ➡️

Volunteering has been a lifeline for many family members we support through our Families Employment Service. It's flexible and there's no pressure so childcare and general life responsibilities remain manageable. 

Plus it: 
➡️ Boosts confidence
➡️ Builds real-world experience
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Support for military families to improve their health, wellbeing and stability has been given a boost through new funding. We're looking forward to helping many more family members to make positive life changes through our Families Employment Service - huge thanks to

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We want to say a big thank you to our volunteers who offer their time to support our visitor centre in Richmond. Last year we welcomed over 3,500 visitors through our doors and this year we're on track to welcome even more. Without their passion and dedication we wouldn't be able

We want to say a big thank you to our volunteers who offer their time to support our visitor centre in Richmond. Last year we welcomed over 3,500 visitors through our doors and this year we're on track to welcome even more. Without their passion and dedication we wouldn't be able
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We're proud to fly the rainbow flag from the roof of The Poppy Factory again to mark #pridemonth. But more important is our year-round commitment to support LGBT+ members of the Armed Forces community, through our national Veteran & Family Services and through our

We're proud to fly the rainbow flag from the roof of The Poppy Factory again to mark #pridemonth. But more important is our year-round commitment to support LGBT+ members of the Armed Forces community, through our national Veteran &amp; Family Services and through our