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Mandy Wilkinson, 58, joined the RAF in 1985 as an aircraft engineer. Sadly, she had to leave ten years later after injuring her back lifting part of an engine. The years of service have taken their toll on Mandy, who has arthritis in most of her joints. She also has multiple sclerosis, which leaves her in constant pain.
At just 14-months old, Molly was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The degenerative condition is a form of motor neurone disease, and she will never walk or sit up and can struggle with swallowing and breathing.
"It’s not just the financial support they’ve helped us with, it’s everything and they never make us feel like a burden."
When former RAF chef Mark Sully-Metters needed time off work following a shock cancer diagnosis, the RAF Association alleviated his financial worries so he could focus on his recovery.
The family of a child with a terminal condition were able to make precious memories to cherish after the RAF Association helped them secure funding for an amazing holiday.
When former RAF technician Matt struggled to find the right support when he suffered a stroke aged 44, the RAF Association stepped in to help him get his dignity back.
Where do you turn when you have just nine days to move house and need help with moving costs and buying furniture for your children?
