2020
The Blesma News for 2020 covering news, activities and fundraising events for limbless veterans.
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The Blesma Awards: The Hambro Award
24 August 2020
The Hambro Award for 2019 was jointly awarded to Lee Spencer and Martin Hewitt. This award recognises high achievers in any field having displayed exceptional commitmentand dedication. It was established in memory of Blesma Member Major J O Hambro MC, a former Chairman and Treasurer of Blesma who served with the Coldstream Guards and losta leg in Normandy in 1944. 2019 was a headline year for former Royal Marine Staff Sergeant Lee and Parachute Regiment Captain Martin, as both tackled individual mammoth challenges that would not just celebrate persona
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A message from the Activities Team
23 August 2020
Perhaps no area of support has had to adapt quite as dramatically as the Activities Team. Though the coronavirus crisis has led to many activities being postponed, Jess March and her team have been working non-stop to keep up with the latest guidance, make changes to the programme, and secure new dates for activities that can be done safely. Blesma knows that Members would benefit from activities now more than ever. As we slowly and cautiously move out of lockdown, the team are looking forward to welcoming you back to the ‘new normal’, with new opportunities
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Counselling Service for Members
22 August 2020
What is counselling? In times of crisis, looking after our mental health is just as important asprotecting our physical health. Stress, anxiety and fear can all damage lives if we are not mindful about our mental health. If you are finding yourself under strain during this period, remember that Blesma provides a free counselling service to all of it’s Members. Whatever our circumstances, background or role in life, talking about what is worrying us, and sharing our troubles with a sympathetic person, can help us feel better. You can, of course, talk to y
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Fred Pavey carries 50lb and makes £1400 for Blesma!
21 August 2020
A former Royal Engineer has completed a ten-day 50-pound loaded challenge with wacky household appliances after being inspired by fellow Blesma Member Neil Heritage. Back in June, Fred Pavey, 64, from Kent, decided to get fit and kick started his fitness journey by walking up and down his garden for 30 repetitions, carrying 30 pounds. Determined to increase his fitness and inspired by double amputee Neil Heritage summitting the Matterhorn in August, Fred took on a ten-day loaded challenge. He weighed down his backpack to 50 pounds and each day carried differen
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