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Louise Copeland
Louise joined the RAF in 1999 aged 18. In 2004, on her return from Iraq, she was involved in a road traffic accident, which left her in a coma. She suffered a fractured skull, neck injuries and brain damage. After two months, Louise gradually regained consciousness but she was left with severe cognitive difficulties, impaired vision and reduced motor skills.
Louise made startling progress in her initial rehabilitation, but living with her parents was far from ideal. The stresses and strains of relearning the life skills that many people take for granted was exacerbated by the lack of independence she felt.
So Louise’s Warrant Officer referred her to the RAF Benevolent Fund. We were not only able to purchase a flat for Louise, but also to provide her with a grant for further rehabilitation.
“The RAFBF has been exceptionally helpful,” said Louise. “This flat was the first step in getting my life back on track and it’s snowballed from there. It feels like a miracle.”
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