Northern Areas
Veteran and Community Association
Objective
To provide a venue of social
interaction and develop ongoing programs addressing the identification
and management of lifestyle issues affecting veterans of all conflicts,
ex-service personnel, war widows, carers, family and friends following
the impact of war and military service.
Aims
1 - to provide a venue where
veterans and community members who share a common interest can meet
and undertake activities in a social and friendly atmosphere.
2 - to provide a venue that
offers the opportunity of social interaction for those in the community
whose attitudes, barriers, disabilities or situation prevent them from
doing so within the wider community.
3 - to develop and provide
ongoing projects/programs/courses that will encourage awareness, identification
and support to members to promote health, well being and lifestyle choices.
4 - to link and work in partnership
with existing organisations within both the veteran and wider community
to ensure access to professional and the most up to date information
and technology enabling members, carers, family and friends to make
the best and most informed choices for their health and well being.
5 - to raise the profile
of veterans and increase the understanding of issues relevant to veterans
amongst those living within the wider community.