Our Stories
On the 12th September 2003, Heather’s life changed forever. Her dad, Cpl Robin McLachlan, who served in the Royal Logisitics Corps, died in a road accident. She was just two years old. She shares Scotty's impact on her and how she has found her dream job supporting disabled veterans.
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In 2021, Scarlett’s life changed forever when her beloved dad, Colonel Nick Carrell, died from brain cancer. She is now a member of Scotty’s and recently had the chance to take on an unforgettable and deeply personal adventure on the other side of the world. Here, 17-year-old Scarlett shares her story...
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Sofia’s dad, SSgt Christopher Chacksfield, died from head injuries when she was just three years old. Now 16, she’s an athletics champion and one day hopes to represent the UK in the Olympic Games. What an achievement!
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Eight years ago, when Phoebe was 10, her dad, Navy Operator Mechanic (OM1) James Thompson, died from skin cancer. The death of her dad at such a young age meant Phoebe, who lived with her mum and older brother, had to grow up quickly.
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14-year-old Poppy was just a baby when her dad died. Last year, hoping to improve her fitness and learn how to defend herself, Poppy took up Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. What started as a hobby quickly became a passion, and Poppy is now the World and European Brazilian Junior Jujitsu Champion.
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Angel’s dad, Major Matthew Titchener, was killed while on tour in Iraq. At the time of his death Angel’s mum, Raquel, was 20 weeks pregnant with her. Like many Scotty Members, Angel has struggled growing up not knowing her dad. As a result, Angel and her mum have formed a very close relationship.
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18-year-old Kirsty’s dad, Cpl Robin McLachlan, died in a road accident before she was born. She and her sister became part of Scotty’s Little Soldiers in early 2012 and are two of the charities earliest Members.
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