WATCH: Roy's Story - a soldier who served honourably, but became homeless in civilian life Veterans Aid 1 min read01 August 2017 Partner content This moving personal account explains how Roy found his way to Veterans Aid – and how the charity helped him to rebuild his life. An interview with Roy, a former Infantry soldier who served honourably with The Royal Green Jackets but became homeless in civilian life. His problems were not caused by military service, but relationship breakdown and loneliness; they were further compounded by use of the drugs he resorted to, to deal with his pain. Roy was desperate when he came to Veterans Aid but later credited the charity with saving his life. Related North West Could Become A "Sea Of Red" At General Election By Caitlin Doherty 25 Apr