Aimee’s story
Aimee Moore is a serving Logistics Officer in the Royal Navy, having recently celebrated her 17th year of service. In mid-2019, Aimee was posted out of her role in MOD Main Building due to health issues and reassigned to the Personnel Support Group in Portsmouth, locally referred to as the Recovery Cell.
This transition marked a challenging time for Aimee, as she found herself removed from the structured rhythm of service life and facing the uncertainties that often accompany recovery and rehabilitation.
Discovering the Recovery Pathway
It was during her time in the Recovery Cell that Aimee was introduced to the recovery pathway, a coordinated programme of support designed for service personnel managing health-related challenges. Until then, she had been unaware of the breadth of recovery opportunities available.
Through her Individual Recovery Programme, Aimee took part in several fully funded activities, made possible by Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) in partnership with other military charities such as the Royal British Legion.
Support in Action
The support Aimee received included a diverse range of recovery-focused experiences such as Warrior Equine, multi-activity courses like the Rolling Recovery Programme, water sports weeks, a Health and Wellbeing Week, and a retreat to the tranquil surroundings of St Nectan’s Glen.
Each course provided a vital step in Aimee’s recovery - improving her physical health, emotional resilience and mental wellbeing. Beyond the activities themselves, these experiences offered Aimee the opportunity to connect with others in similar situations, rediscover a sense of purpose, and rebuild her confidence.
She shared: “The early recovery courses I attended brought me joy and a sense of belonging during a difficult period when a lot of my time was spent alone at home away from the everyday hustle and bustle of the Royal Navy. I made lifelong friends, and the courses gave me a sense of purpose and the opportunity to try new and exciting things.”
From Participant to Peer Supporter
Now fully returned to work, Aimee remains connected to the recovery pathway and continues to benefit from the opportunities it offers. Importantly, she now plays a valuable role in supporting others at earlier stages of their journey—sharing her lived experience, offering guidance, and serving as a powerful example of recovery in action.
“When I attend the courses now, as well as bringing me joy, they really give me the time and space to reflect on how far I have come on my own recovery journey. I am also now able to help others attending them who are at earlier stages of their recovery journeys by providing first-hand experience and insight into the recovery pathway.”
A Lasting Impact
Aimee’s journey is a testament to the long-term value of RNRMC’s commitment to the wellbeing of our Naval family. We are proud to have played a part in her recovery, and are inspired by her continued dedication to helping others along the same path.
