Meet Gemma Carter
Postcodes / Area covered
SN, BS, BA, BH, DT, TA, EX, TQ, PL, TR, GY, JE
Their Story
Gemma is your local Blesma Support Officer for the areas listed above.
With 11 years at The Royal British Legion, I’ve supported the Armed Forces community in a variety of roles, most recently in the Independent Living Team. Previously to that I worked with those affected by Domestic Abuse .
As someone from a forces family, I’m passionate about giving back to the Armed Forces Community. In my spare time, I enjoy exploring new places and pursuing my interest in photography.
Have a question or need advice?
Your local Blesma Support Officer is here and on hand to help provide advice and support; practical, emotional or financial. Please contact them in the first instance whenever you want to get in touch with Blesma.
07788 312747
bsosw@blesma.org
Your local Outreach Officer is also available for support, feel free to contact them.
Gordon Clark
Originally from Blackburn, Gordon left in 1977 to join the Royal Navy and served for 26 years. His last posting involved working with the armed forces team on the implementation of a new dining system. A keen sportsman, he has always loved to give everything a go.
Since leaving the services, Gordon has held various management roles in the hospitality sector. However, this came to an end when an injury sustained while serving led to the amputation of his right leg below the knee. In January 2023, he decided it was time to return to work and was fortunate to be given the role of Outreach Officer.
Gordon remains a keen sportsman, playing golf and cycling. His main focus is wheelchair rugby, where he serves as Chairman for the Celtic Warriors in Cornwall, where he now lives.
07788 312747
