STV NewsA new centre offering support to military veterans has officially opened in Forres.
The £1.3m centre, developed by the charity Erskine, already boasts more than 300 members.
Shaun Moat had served for eight years in the RAF when he was medically discharged for loss of hearing.
He told STV News: “The centre has been a lifeline for me. I was in a very dark place before it opened and now I am here all the time and co-ordinate our newsletter. It’s made a huge difference to my life.”
The centre was officially opened by Erskine Ambassador Scott Meenagh, a former paralympian.
He said: “To know that Erskine will always be here to support me and others who may need it is a great comfort.”
Fiona Robinson, a centre volunteer who served with the Women’s Royal Air Force, added: “When you walk through the door you don’t know anyone but they are quickly becoming like family.”
More than 300 veterans have already signed up to join the new centre and it’s hoped that more will open across the country in the future.
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