Putting Veterans and their families in touch with organisations best placed to give the help, advice and support they need.
Listed below are a number of organisations which offer support and advice to veterans.
Information Organisations
Below is a list of organisations which offer support and advice for veterans and their dependants. . Action for ABF The Soldiers’ Charity ABF The Soldiers’ Charity offer a lifetime of support to soldiers, veterans and their immediate families when in need. They can provide grants to veterans and their dependants to help them find meaningful employment after Service. Website:ABF The Soldiers' Charity Email:Contact Form Telephone: 020 7901 8900
RAFBF The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is the Royal Air Force's leading welfare charity, providing financial, practical and emotional support to serving and former members of the RAF – regardless of rank – as well as their partners and dependents
Address: RAF Benevolent Fund, 67 Portland Place, London W1B 1AR
Helpline:0300 102 1919
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LRNBT GIVES HELP, IN CASES OF NEED, TO SERVING AND FORMER ROYAL NAVAL RATINGS AND ROYAL MARINES OTHER RANKS, WHICH INCLUDES RESERVISTS; THEY ARE KNOWN AS PRIMARY BENEFICIARIES. WE ALSO HELP THEIR PARTNERS, CHILDREN AND SOME OTHERS CONNECTED WITH THEM. THEY ARE KNOWN AS OUR BENEFICIARIES.
Contact:WITHTHEM. THEY ARE KNOWN AS OUR BENEFICIAstaway House,Twyford AvenuePO2 8RN
The Advocacy People Supporting veterans and direct family members, who face health, housing, financial and social problems by providing confidential practical support to get their voice heard. We are aware that some veterans struggle to access services and support needed to maintain civilian life. Experienced staff offer tailored one-to-one support which seeks to: improve access to and experiences of mainstream services; maximise income; have needs and views respected; ensure rights under the Armed Forces Covenant are understood; improve mental health through increased confidence. Website:https://www.theadvocacypeople.org.uk/ Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0330 440 9000
Age UK Age UK's vision is to make the UK a great place to grow older. We do this by inspiring, supporting and enabling in a number of ways, including projects for veterans. The Age UK network includes Age Cymru,Age NI, and Age Scotland and more than 150 local Age UKs throughout England. Website:Find your local Age UK Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0800 055 6112
Amicus Trust Amicus Trust provide up to two years' accommodation for veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. We also offer a range of services in education, employment, mental health and life skills to support individuals as they rebuild their life. Website:Amicus Trust Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0123 435 8478
The Armed Forces Outreach Service, (AFOS) The Armed Forces Outreach Service is a local authority partnership covering County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, South Tyneside and Northumberland. Our outreach team are based in council and housing offices and help members of the Armed Forces Community gain access to housing, welfare, debt advice, employment and other support. Our team have specialist knowledge and service access to help with housing matters in particular and we work with all major forces charities, organisations and the NHS. Website:The Armed Forces Outreach Service (AFOS) Contact:Details for all teams
The Armed Forces & Veterans' Breakfast Clubs, (AFVBCs) The Armed Forces & Veterans' Breakfast Clubs, (AFVBCs) are completely free to join and enable veterans (and those in active service) to meet face to face in a relaxed, safe, social environment. Also run by veterans and those currently serving, they transcend all ages and there are over 230 clubs worldwide. Use the link below to find your nearest club, and simply go along. Website:Find your local Breakfast Club
Association of ex-Service Drop-In Centres (ASDIC) The Association of ex-Service Drop-In Centres (ASDIC) links veterans’ Drop-Ins across the country. The Drop-Ins offer a warm welcome to veterans and their families in a social setting, with a variety of specialist welfare and mental health support available. ASDIC helps the Drop-Ins work cooperatively, enhancing their offering and making them more accessible. Each Drop-In conforms to a common ethos and code of conduct. ASDIC also helps organisations supporting Drop-Ins (eg Citizens’ Advice, SSAFA, TRBL) to deliver their services more effectively. The Directory below has details of your nearest Drop-In and how they join ASDIC. Website:Member Directory for ASDIC
The British Nuclear Test Veterans Association The British Nuclear Test Veterans Association (BNTVA) exists for recognition and restitution of our servicemen who participated in the British Nuclear Tests. We provide: bereavement support with standard bearers and funeral drapes at funerals; a closed Facebook discussion group for descendants; a reunion in Weston Super Mare (every September) for over 100 veterans and their families; assistance with War Pension applications; a quarterly magazine for members; campaigning for a medal for our veterans for their unique service. Website:Support from The British Nuclear Test Veterans Association Contact:Contact page for The British Nuclear Test Veterans Association
The British Training Board (CIC) The British Training Board (TBTB) provides career development support to our Armed Forces community and their families across the UK. Our services focus on the translation of military skills, experience and training into accredited qualifications that are recognised by our supporting employers. We ensure that each individual and their family has access to a tailored service that meets their specific needs. This includes promoting employment as the cornerstone of future wellbeing Website:The British Training Board (CIC) Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01792 709 287
BuildForce BuildForce supports service leavers, veterans, reservists and spouses to transition into professional careers in the construction industry. Our wrap around support includes our education programme, mental health programme and industry programme, with access to our industry employers. We provide all mentoring, a CV service and interview preparations to ensure a successful transition. Website:BuildForce Email: [email protected] Telephone: 07810 211 982
Building Heroes Building Heroes offers Veterans and Service leavers the opportunity to retrain for a career in construction at their regional delivery centres. They provide a five week foundation course in Property Maintenance, plus the support required to help you into employment, self-employment, or further training. Some courses are linked to specific employers, providing a guaranteed job on graduation, while others offer the freedom to choose your own career path. Building Heroes will discuss the options with you when you apply and offer you the support you need to achieve a positive outcome. Website:Building Heroes Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01798 874 521
Burnley Football Club in the Community The Burnley Football Club runs a number of sessions that can be accessed by Veterans to enhance their mental and physical wellbeing. Website:Burnley Football Club in the Community Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01282 704 716
Cardiff Central Library Hub A Veteran Specialist is available by appointment. The Veteran Specialist can advise on housing, can help complete forms and give extra support with issues such as benefit entitlement. Website:Cardiff Central Library Hub Email:veteransadvice@cardiff gov.uk Telephone: 02920 871000
Castlehill Foundation The Castlehill Foundation provides activities and services to victims and survivors affected by The Troubles such as, counselling, complementary therapies, social support, respite, carers support, befriending and welfare and benefits advice. There is also a drop-in service and opportunities to attend coffee evenings. Website:Castlehill Foundation Email:[email protected] Telephone: 028 3833 3840
Centre for Veterans' Health The Centre for Veterans Health at King Edward VII's Hospital helps veterans through specialist treatment tailored to their needs. The Centre offers means tested grants to help with up to 100% of the costs associated with procedures, a further 20% discount given automatically to military personnel, veterans, their spouses or widows. The Centre also delivers a dedicated Pain Management Programme for veterans. Website:Centre for Veterans' Health Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0207 467 4370
Citizens Advice Citizens Advice provides free, confidential and independent advice to help people overcome their problems. We are a voice for our clients and consumers on the issues that matter to them. We value diversity, champion equality and challenge discrimination. We're here for everyone. Please use the link below to find contact details for Citizens Advice near you. Website:Search for your local Citizens Advice
Commonwealth War Graves Commission The CWGC honours the 1.7 million men and women of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars. Our work commemorates the war dead, from building and maintaining our cemeteries and memorials at 23,000 locations in more than 150 countries to preservation of our extensive records and archives. Website:Commonwealth War Graves Commission Email:https://www.cwgc.org/contact-us
Cruse Grief is a natural process, but it can be devastating. You are not alone. We are here to support you after the death of someone close. Use our helpline and Cruse chat to quickly get in touch. Website:Cruse Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0808 808 1677
The Defence Gardens Scheme The Defence Gardens Scheme offers a 10 week nature based therapy programme. This is a combination of practical gardening skills and supported self help for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Support is provided for progression from the programme to a range of training, volunteering as well as full and part time employment. Website:The Defence Gardens Scheme Email:[email protected]
Deptherapy Deptherapy seeks to rehabilitate UK armed service personnel and veterans who have suffered life-changing physical and or mental injuries and illnesses, through the medium of specially designed scuba programmes. Website:Deptherapy Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0134 477 1113
Ely Centre The Ely Centre was established after the Enniskillen Poppy Day Bombing on 08 Nov 17, to provide support to personnel injured in this incident and has widened its service to include support to veterans, police and civilians injured as a result of the troubles in NI. We offer, mental health support, health and wellbeing support, counselling, alternative therapies, respite trips financial advice and assistance with benefits and war disability pensions or AFCS claims. Website:Ely Centre Email:[email protected] Telephone: 02866320977
Ex Forces Courses A website of searchable courses for transitioning service leavers and veterans. We provide information about the courses plus full contact details of training providers throughout the UK plus their Enhanced Learning Credit Administration Service (ELCAS) status. Website:Ex Forces Courses Email:Via contact form Telephone: 0844 567 5757
Felix Fund Felix Fund provides welfare support and financial assistance to serving, ex-Service and SO15 (Metropolitan Police Counter Terrorism Unit) personnel who have conducted or assisted with Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and search duties. This includes all aspects of bomb disposal and search work from the British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force. Support ranges from financial grants for those in need to wellness breaks and training programmes to help manage trauma and stress. Website:Felix Fund Email:[email protected] Telephone: 07713 752901
Finchale Services at Finchale include accommodation and housing; offering a bespoke service towards sourcing sustainable accommodation; employability and training; CV building, job applications, interview and confidence techniques. It also offers support towards mental and physical health issues. Support is further extended to families and reservists. Finchale also works collaboratively with external agencies to support and provide guidance to veterans with a wide range of issues. Website:Finchale Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0191 3862634
First Choice Housing Association (FCHA) FCHA provides supported housing for veterans who are transitioning from military to civilian life. "Ty Dewr" is a 12 bed scheme for veterans who have support requirements and in need of accommodation. Website:FCHA Email:[email protected] Telephone: 02920703758
Foot in the Door Films Provides services that include employability information, career pathway options within the Digital & Creative Sector, workshops in employability skills and preparation, training in Film Production and Audition Techniques, opportunities to gain work experience in film production, and signposting for mental health support and benefit maximisation. Website:Foot in the Door Films Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01519 080120
The Footprint Trust Help with energy use in the home on the Isle of Wight. Gives impartial, confidential help to anyone on the Isle of Wight about using heating and energy in the home, to keep warm and well and to avoid debt. Can help with practical support such as tariffs, switching, how to set heating (including night storage heaters), and access to grants such as Warm Home Discount. Can negotiate with Southern Water and energy suppliers on your behalf, if required. Also offers training to ex-Service people on these matters. Help is available by phone or through home visits to people living on the Isle of Wight. Self-referrals accepted. Website:The Footprint Trust Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01983 822282
Forces MoneyPlan Forces MoneyPlan, a pro-bono initiative offering free, confidential financial guidance to all Armed Forces personnel and Veterans. All guidance is provided by fully qualified financial advisers and members of the Personal Finance Society, who have volunteered both their time and expertise. Forces MoneyPlan enables recipients to be more informed about their financial well-being and less vulnerable to misinformation and scams. Website:Forces MoneyPlan Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0207 397 1168
Forces Pension Society The Forces Pension Society is an independent, not-for-profit, membership funded organisation that acts as a pension watchdog for the whole military community. Annual membership gives you exclusive access to Forces Pensions Consultants. They will help you to navigate the pension maze and empower you to make informed decisions. The Members only section of the website includes informative webinars, discounts, FAQs and invitations to roadshows/events. Membership automatically transfers over to the spouse/partner if the main contact dies. Website:Forces Pension Society Email:[email protected] Telephone: 020 7820 9988 (Option 1)
Forward Assist Forward Assist engages former servicemen and women in community engagement projects to utilise their valuable transferrable skills, creating life changing employment, volunteering, education and training opportunities. Website:Forward Assist Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0191 250 4877
Future for Heroes F4H aims to develop the ability of service leavers and retired members of the armed forces of all ranks and status, and their spouses or partners where appropriate, to manage the dramatic change in cultures when resuming civilian life, ensuring they are better able to identify their own needs and thereby fully participate in society. Helps with training, and developing confidence and coping mechanisms. Website:Future for Heroes Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0770 259 6226
GambleAware GambleAware funds education, prevention and treatment services and commissions research to broaden public understanding of gambling-related harm. Use GambleAware's website to find out how gambling works, to check if you, or someone you know, may have a gambling problem, and find tips on how to stay in control. Also access free, confidential help via the National Gambling Helpline, by phone or online. Website:GambleAware Email:[email protected] Telephone: National Gambling Helpline 0808 8020133
Groundwork East Green Aiders is a FREE one-off, garden clearance visit for elderly residents over 65 who have served in the military. The residents may also be dependants of someone who has served. If you are struggling to keep on top of your garden we can visit you for half a day with a team of volunteers and tidy your garden up to enable you to enjoy the space once more. Further to this, we are recruiting volunteers to make a number of repeat visits after the initial clearance, so that you are able to keep on top of the garden. Groundwork East operates across Hertfordshire and other locations. Please contact our offices by email or phone and we will arrange to visit clients. Website:Groundwork East Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01707 260129
Heropreneurs Heropreneurs celebrates and rewards the energy, passion and dedication, of our British armed forces community looking to forge a new path in business. We are backed by successful entrepreneurs, politicians, armed forces veterans from all ranks and business leaders. We are the only registered charity in the UK which works exclusively to help former members of the armed forces, and their spouses, to fulfil their potential to set up and run their own businesses. Website:Heropreneurs Contact Form:Contact Heropreneurs
HighGround HighGround provides advice and support to Service Leavers and Veterans of all ranks and ages about jobs, careers and vocational opportunities in the land-based sector. They also deliver 'Rural Weeks' at Bicton College in Devon throughout the year. Website:HighGround Email:[email protected] Telephone: 07951 495 272
Housing Options Scotland (HOS) Military Matters (MM) is a specialist project within Housing Options Scotland focusing on housing issues affecting people serving in the military in Scotland, service personnel transitioning into civilian life, veterans and dependants. MM also provides housing information, advice and mental wellbeing support. Website:Housing Options Scotland Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0131 510 1567
JobOppO JobOppO was founded by veterans to serve veterans & is here to help. We’ve been where you are now. We know first-hand the transition from 'Military life to Civilian life' is often not an easy one. The thought of settling into the 9-5 after serving our country is daunting, to say the least. But, it doesn't have to be that way. That’s why our founder set up JobOppO. Partnering with global brands and SMEs, JobOppO has grown from an idea into a thriving, online platform which exclusively supports the Ex-Military community in the UK. Website: JobOppO Email:[email protected] Telephone:0333 242 3857
The League of Remembrance The League of Remembrance provides veterans, their widows and dependants, the opportunity to continue to contribute to society through volunteering. In addition, you will become part of a 'family' that is now over 100 years old, offering you companionship, welfare support, social events, and modest financial support where appropriate. Website:The League of Remembrance Email:mailto: [email protected] Telephone:020 7881 0987
Links Combined Forces is a support service for ex-Service personnel based in Llanelli and encompassing Carmarthenshire. Website:Links Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0155 475 7957
Lord Kitchener Memorial Holiday Centre For the last 100 years the Lord Kitchener Memorial Holiday Centre has provided holiday and respite accommodation in ten en-suite bedrooms, on a bed and breakfast or half board basis, to ex-members of the armed forces and their partners including widows/widowers. We can help with short term shelter or refuge when veterans or their immediate family need a change of scene or a carer needs a break. We also help with short-term homelessness, and when your accommodation is unfit for habitation, for instance during repairs or redecoration. Website:Lord Kitchener Memorial Holiday Centre Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01502 573564
Macmillan Cancer Support We're here to help everyone with cancer live life as fully as they can, providing physical, financial and emotional support. Website:Macmillan Cancer Support Email:Via contact form Telephone: 0808 808 00 00 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm)
Mesothelioma UK Mesothelioma UK is a national specialist resource centre, specifically for the asbestos-related cancer, mesothelioma. ‘Mesothelioma UK – Supporting Our Armed Forces’ service is aimed at serving members of the Armed Forces, veterans, mesothelioma patients, families and carers wanting to find out more about treatment, support, care and benefits/compensation available. The service provides a specialist mesothelioma nurse, based in Southampton and a comprehensive research programme is underway to quantify and describe the mesothelioma burden amongst the Armed Forces. Website:Mesothelioma Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0800 169 2409
Military CU Military CU (Credit Union) is a free employee benefit which encourages veterans (in receipt of an MOD Pension) to prepare for the future by helping them to save. Supported by the Ministry of Defence our aim is to improve the financial resilience of veterans. We offer flexible savings accounts with repayments straight from your MOD Pension. We are also there to help if our members ever need a loan - providing an ethical alternative to other financial providers. Website:Military CU Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0121 700 1210
The Military Mutual The Military Mutual is a genuine Mutual set up to provide fair financial services products such as home, landlord, military kit, small business and commercial cover to those who are serving, veterans, their families and, organisations that support our military family. The Military Mutual is owned by and run for the benefit of its members. A key aim for the business is to generate future trading surpluses that can be used to support members and the wider military family community. When you take out cover with The Military Mutual, you become a Member and this gives you the opportunity to have a say on what priorities the business sets in the future. Website:The Military Mutual Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0800 088 2966
Models for Heroes Models for Heroes (M4H) provide model making supplies to over 50 serving Military, Veteran and Emergency Services treatment organisations around the UK and overseas territories - utilising over 100 national volunteers. We also take referrals, from recognised professionals, on behalf of those unable to attend modelling sessions (contact us for more details). Model making activities promote confidence, well-being, behavioural activation and social interaction. Website:Models for Heroes Email:[email protected]
Money Helper MoneyHelper is the easy way to get clear, FREE, impartial help for all your money and pension choices. Whatever your circumstances or plans, move forward with MoneyHelper. Our trained staff can help work out what’s right for you. Whatever your query, we’re here to help. If we don’t know the answer, we’ll point you in the right direction of someone who does. As an independent and impartial organisation, we do not have access to people’s financial records, and we do not provide regulated financial advice. Website:Money Helper Enquiry form:Contact Money Helper Telephone: Money guidance: 0800 138 7777 Telephone: Pension guidance: 0800 011 3797
Motability Lease a new car, scooter or powered wheelchair through the Motability Scheme with servicing, breakdown assistance and repairs included. Motability is a national charity which oversees the Motability Scheme and may be able to provide a grant towards the Scheme vehicle, car adaptations or driving lessons you need. Contact by telephone or via the contact form on the website. Website:Motability Telephone:01279 635999
Mutual Support The Armed Forces Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group supports members of the Military family Affected by MS. They exist for Serving members of the Armed Forces, Veterans, Reserves, dependants and their carers affected by MS. Mutual Support is one of the MS Society’s National Support Groups. Run by volunteers with direct experience of MS and the Armed Forces, it provides services and activities based on what people affected by MS want. A trained team provide the support you need to deal with your situation, and aim to be at the end of the phone when needed. Website:Mutual Support Email:[email protected]
Mid Ulster Victims Empowerment (MUVE) Offers help and support to victims,and their families, affected by The Troubles within Mid Ulster. Website:Mid Ulster Victims Empowerment (MUVE) Email:[email protected] Telephone: 028 8676 3349
Mygov Scotland The Scottish Government is committed to making sure no member of the Armed Forces veterans community in Scotland faces any disadvantage when accessing services and support. The Scottish Government has also appointed a Scottish Veterans Commissioner whose remit is to improve outcomes for all veterans. The commissioner is independent of the government and has his own dedicated funding. Veterans in Scotland can get support for healthcare, housing, funding for education and training, employability, Armed Forces pensions, and referrals to other organisations. Website:Mygov Scotland
National Gulf Veterans and Families Association The NGVFA supports those affected by Gulf War 1, Gulf War 2 (Iraq), Afghanistan, and all future desert conflicts. Many returning home from these conflicts develop health or social problems. The NGVFA helps veterans (whether ill or not), Service personnel who were vaccinated but were non-deployed, Armed Forces personnel who are still serving , family members, widows and widowers, and civilians contracted to the armed forces. They work throughout the UK and abroad. Website:NGFVA Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0845 257 4853
North Lincolnshire Veterans' Community Hub The North Lincolnshire Veterans' Community Hub is where you can meet and chat with veterans to share experiences and find support. The hub is also staffed by veterans who volunteer 3 days a week and details of opening hours can be found on the website. Website:North Lincolnshire Veterans' Community Hub Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01724 855333
The Not Forgotten Association The Not Forgotten Association provides recreational and entertainment opportunities to any serving man or woman who is wounded, injured or sick and any veteran of any age with a disability, illness or infirmity. Support is offered through a varied programme of tailored activities and events including Royal Parties, concerts, holidays, outings and the provision of televisions and TV Licences. Each of these activities is intended to restore confidence, enhance wellbeing, boost morale and improve the chances of the individual and their family to enjoy life. Website:The Not Forgotten Association Email:[email protected] Telephone: 020 7730 2400
On Course Foundation The On Course Foundation supports the recovery of injured Service personnel and veterans through golf. They build confidence in wounded, injured and sick (WIS) Service personnel and veterans through golf skills and employment events, setting them on the path to meaningful full time employment opportunities in the golf industry. Golf offers a unique platform where players of all skills and backgrounds can compete healthily, improving not only their physical but mental strength too. Their golf activities aim to restore confidence, providing a sense of purpose to members who once struggled to see hope in their future. It's their aim to help members realise their potential and set them on a fulfilling career path. Website:On Course Foundation Email:[email protected] Telephone: +44(0) 208 334 2010
Only A Pavement Away Only A Pavement Away is the charity for the employment of veterans, ex-offenders and people facing homelessness, into careers within the hospitality industry. We act as a conduit between the hospitality employers and the charities we work with, and connect them on our free Jobs Board. We also offer financial support, training and development programmes, to overcome the barriers of employment Website:Only A Pavement Away Email:[email protected]
The Open University The Open University is the leading university for flexible, innovative, distance education in the United Kingdom. Uniquely placed to understand the needs of part-time students, learning while earning, our teaching credentials have seen over 2 million students receive an education, otherwise denied to them at campus-based universities. The Disabled Veterans' Scholarships Fund offers 50 disabled veterans, injured in, or due to, military service, access to free Open University education. In addition to free study, applicants will be offered further specialist careers and disability support. Website:The Open University Email (via form):Contact the OU Telephone: 0300 303 5303
Outside the Wire Outside the Wire is a bespoke alcohol, drug and PTSD service, offering confidential advice and support to current and ex HM Forces personnel and their families across Norfolk, Suffolk & Essex. All our staff are ex-forces, and can offer innovative, comprehensive support, including confidential meetings at a location of your choice. We are sensitive to the complexities of military life and the often understandable resistance to admitting the extent of personal issues, especially those relating to PTSD, substance misuse and general mental health plus concerns around personal relationships. Website:Outside the Wire Contact:Fill in form via this link Telephone: 01603 626123
Prison Advice and Care Trust (Pact) The HMPPS-funded Prisoners' Families Helpline, run by the Prison Advice and Care Trust (Pact), provides practical and emotional support, information and advice to anyone who is affected by imprisonment in the UK, in a straightforward, non-judgemental way. Our trained operators are available Monday to Friday from 9am-8pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-3pm and can also be contacted by email, webmail or post. Pact's services are embedded at all stages of the Criminal Justice journey, including 67 prisons and in the community and we work with a wide range of support agencies to offer holistic support. Website:Prisoners’ Families Helpline Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0808 8082003
Phoenix Heroes Phoenix Heroes CIC is a non-profit Community Interest Company providing PTSD support to veterans and their families. One of the ways that they achieve this is by building veteran communities around the UK through sporting activities and community family days. They also offer employment networking and PTSD therapy support from their qualified therapists who have military experience. They are based in Colchester, Essex and offer services nationwide. Their Carp Angling Club has hundreds of members and it holds fishing events on a monthly basis around the UK. Website:Phoenix Heroes Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01206 932488
Plane Saver Credit Union Plane Saver Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative, offering an ethical range of savings and loans for Armed Forces personnel straight from their pay (or MoD pension for Veterans). The arrangement, enabled by the Ministry of Defence, aimed to tackle problems faced by Military personnel who may find themselves with limited access to financial services, leaving them a potential target for high cost credit providers such as payday lenders and loan sharks. Website:Plane Saver Credit Union Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0208 607 5020
PTSD Resolution A network of 200 therapists trained and regulated by the Human Givens Institute delivering free, one-one therapy promptly, locally, briefly, and effectively to all veterans, reservists and family members. Website:PTSD Resolution Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0300 302 0551
RAF Families Federation The RAF Families Federation acts as an independent voice for serving personnel and their families with any issues or concerns they may experience throughout their career in the RAF. This could include policy issues, health, education or employment challenges and all are dealt with confidentially. We also help individuals transition out of the RAF and families too. All evidence we gather is formalised, and any key themes are pulled out and raised in order to influence policy change at a government level. Website:RAF Families Federation Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01780 781650
Rapport Housing and Care Lawson House is Rapport Housing & Care's new extra care housing scheme in Larkfield, Kent. The scheme comprises 74 one and two bedroom apartments alongside excellent communal facilities. The scheme is for over 55s who could benefit from a little support to remain independent. Twenty of the apartments are reserved for veterans. Website:Rapport Housing and Care Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01634729144
Recovery College We offer a wide range of courses, workshops and activities to support people as they discover and develop their skills and interests on their journey through recovery. All our facilitators are dedicated to recovery and wellbeing and have a range of personal and/or professional experience in adult education, mental health recovery and dual diagnosis. Our courses are available to anyone, regardless of their experience. All are welcome to attend the college and we promote equality & diversity and support everyone who becomes a student to accomplish their learning and recovery ambitions. We do this by providing a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental learning environment. Website:Recovery College Email:[email protected] Telephone:0208 294 7909
Rewards for Forces Rewards for Forces recognises the servicemen & women of this country and, by providing unique & exclusive discounts, rewards them for the sacrifices they make for our freedom. No regular internet access, no problem, just call us & we can help with joining & purchase our Rewards Discounts Directory for just £4.99 (inc P&P). It’s an archive & go-to source of what we currently have available to members, packed full of discounts from holidays, days out, to motoring & high street offers. Website:Rewards for Forces Contact:Contact us
RNID RNID provide information on hearing loss and tinnitus to veterans, their families and carers (in England, NI and Wales). Get in touch with them for a dedicated information sheet. They also partner with NHS audiology services in some parts of the UK. Get in touch to find out more. National Contact:Information and support line Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0808 808 0123 Text message: 0780 000 0360
Rowans Hospice A dedicated nurse will assess veterans’ needs and develop a bespoke plan to support them and their family. This involves arranging access to the Living Well Centre/Rowans Hospice facilities like exercise groups, complimentary therapies, carers support group, reminiscence group, bereavement support, future planning, psychology support, crafts or just a listening ear. Home visits are offered plus links to the veterans’ volunteer companions service. This part of the service is a dedicated group of volunteers who are veterans themselves , currently serving personnel or have experience of the Armed Forces. Website:Rowans Hospice Email:[email protected] Telephone: 02392 248011
Salute My Job SaluteMyJob can help you become a competitive candidate, connecting you to the job you want in the company where you will thrive. Our Veterans Employment Support Service will help you to translate your military knowledge, skills and experience into the language of commercial employers. Website:Salute My Job Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01249 691415
Samaritans Samaritans offers a safe place for you to talk, any time, in your own way, about whatever is bothering you. We're here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are confidential, free to call and will support anyone. If you're given the time and space to talk things through, you can find a way through your problems. Samaritans help you to explore your options so you can make decisions that are right for you. Website:Samaritans Email:[email protected] Telephone: 116 123
Scotty's Little Soldiers Scotty's Little Soldiers provides support to children and young people (0-25) who have suffered the loss of a parent serving in the British Armed Forces. Assistance is provided through 4 key programmes and includes respite breaks, group events, a range of development grants and bereavement support. Website:Scotty's Little Soldiers Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0800 092857
Senad Supports individuals with a range of complex needs to live independently in the community and in their own home. Also assisting with day to day living. Website:Senad Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01332 200300
Service Dogs UK Service Dogs UK provide and train PTSD Assistance Dogs, selected from rescue, for veterans of the Armed Forces and Emergency Services with a clinical diagnosis of PTSD. They help with regaining independence, renewing a sense of purpose, building confidence, encouraging calmness and other different ways of coping with PTSD. Service Dogs UK provides a training programme over a period of 9 to 12 months under the guidance of professional dog trainers. matching rescue dogs to become an Assistance Dogs Partnership for life. Service Dogs UK accepts applications from veterans in West Sussex, Surrey and East & North Hampshire. Website:Service Dogs UK Email:[email protected]
Skills Development Scotland Skills Development Scotland (SDS) is Scotland's national skills body. We offer a range of services to help people of all ages with skills and employment, including those leaving the Armed Forces. From SDS's centres, you can access free career guidance, CV support, advice on apprenticeships, information on local opportunities and more to help make the transition to Civvy Street easier. Online, myworldofwork.co.uk is packed with expert career information, advice and tools to help you think about your strengths, skills and interests and how you can put them to use in your new career. Website:Skills Development Scotland Contact:Get in touch Telephone: 0800 917 8000
Soldier's Arts Academy The Soldier's Arts Academy provides a platform through which veteran and serving military personnel, and their families, can participate in the creative and performing arts. We are currently running weekly online workshops in theatre, art, singing, guitar, magic, poetry and photography for all levels of experience. We also professionally produce exhibitions, readings, films and theatre productions, and strongly support veterans looking to establish a professional career in the arts. Military members receive mentoring with industry experts and education to support their artistic development. Website:Soldier's Arts Academy Email:[email protected]
Sporting Force Sporting Force supports ex-Service personnel who have been wounded, injured or become sick during service by offering a route into civilian employment within the professional sports industry. They also provide education, exercise and social events to veterans and their families to relieve mental health issues and feelings of social isolation. Website:Sporting Force Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0800 050 9502
Togetherall Togetherall (formerly Big White Wall) is a clinically managed, online mental health community that empowers individuals to anonymously get support, 24/7. The service provides millions of people throughout the UK, New Zealand and North America with the opportunity to talk with others going through similar experiences, self-guided courses and resources to support mental health, all in a judgement free environment. Togetherall is free to all UK serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families aged 16+. To register, visit our site. Website:Togetherall Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0203 4056196
UDR & R IRISH (HS) Aftercare Service Holistic welfare service provider for eligible veterans of the Ulster Defence Regiment (UDR) and the Royal Irish Regiment (Home Service) (R IRISH (HS)). We also provide help for those personnel being treated and prepared for discharge from the 38 Irish Brigade (38X) Personnel Recovery Unit (PRU). Website:UDR & R IRISH (HS) Aftercare Service Email:[email protected] Telephone: 028 9042 0145
UK Veterans Hearing Foundation The UK Veterans Hearing Foundation helps veterans with hearing issues generated by military Service. They utilise independent reputable audiologists throughout the UK to provide individual assistance to each veteran. And they provide top of the range hearing devices at no cost, with a dedicated aftercare service for veterans. As well as fitting top of the range hearing technology they support the associated conditions of tinnitus and mental health issues, through their partners. This helps to reduce the anxiety, depression and social avoidance that veterans often experience as a result of hearing loss. Website:UK Veterans Hearing Foundation Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01455 248900
Venture Trust Venture Trust is a Scottish charity organisation providing specialist support to ex-service men and women struggling with the transition to civilian life. Venture Trust’s Positive Futures programme for veterans offers three phase personal development and early stage employability programmes, centred on an intensive wilderness based personal development journey. The programme is based in Scotland but is available to all UK veterans. Website:Venture Trust Email:[email protected] Telephone:0131 2287700
Veterans Assist Scotland Veterans Assist Scotland is an online information hub and signposting service for veterans and those supporting veterans. They can provide contact details for the various Armed Forces and Veterans Champions, employment information, housing options, as well as information on public and voluntary sector support across Scotland, based on specific needs. Website: Veterans Assist Scotland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0131 550 1569
The Veterans Charity The Veterans Charity provides immediate needs support directly to Veterans of all ages who may be battling hardship. They provide vital items like food shopping, clothing, and household goods without delay. Website:The Veterans Charity Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01271 859211
Veterans Community Hub Veterans Community Hub offers an informal space in Hull for ex-servicemen and women. Help is offered with employability, homelessness, social isolation, outreach and family support. Website:Veterans Community Hub Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01482 485958
Veterans Contact Point Veterans Contact Point aims to help all serving members and veterans of the UK Armed Forces, their spouses, and dependents by working in partnership with others and other organisations to assist in the provision of schemes, grants, and services for their resettlement, rehabilitation, retraining, employment, and ongoing welfare. The service is available across the Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire areas. Website:Veterans Contact Point Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0247 634 3793
Veterans Employment Transition Support (VETS) VETS is a coalition of partners who support all veterans as they seek to find the right job. The coalition consists of corporates from all industries, military charities, the MOD and the Career Transition Partnership. Together, through VETS, they provide an holistic approach that enhances existing activities. VETS recognises that every veteran's journey is unique. Therefore fundamental to the initiative is one-to-one mentorship throughout. Veterans can match with a mentor, find CV & interview workshops and apply for jobs. The VETS initiative continues to seek corporate and charity partners who share their passion for employing veterans. Website:VETS Email:[email protected] Telephone: 020 7773 6516
Veterans First Point Veterans First Point helps veterans "whatever their needs may be". We meet clinical needs and also provide wider support and advice. We provide peer support worker-led caseload management of welfare issues including housing, finance, employment, independent living and families. Our clinicians also provide mental health assessment and treatments, via psychiatrists and psychologists. Veterans can self refer via drop- ins, phone and email. We also accept referrals through GPs and other agencies and provide in-house clinics from Citizen's Advice Bureau, Veterans UK and the Armed Services Advice Project. Website:Veterans First Point Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0131 221 7090
Veterans HQ Veterans HQ is a free and accessible one stop centre of support for ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists and their families. The centre is run by a team of friendly staff who can provide information, advice and support on many areas relevant to the Armed Forces community such as welfare and benefits, housing, health and wellbeing, and employability. Drop-in sessions are available to those who need help with job applications and there is also a Custody Co-ordinator on-site for those who are in, or about to leave the criminal justice system. Veterans HQ also offer a health and wellbeing programme that includes access to a fitness centre, social activities, counselling and group therapy. Website:Veterans HQ Email:[email protected] Telephone: 01512 619 878
War Widows We offer specific support and guidance and also signpost to other organisations. We offer comradeship and friendship at both national and local level. We ensure we focus on all services, ranks and ages. We have regional organisers in all areas of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. They keep in contact with members living in their area and organise local events. At a national level, we organise events to include all members. Website:War Widows Email:[email protected] Telephone: 08452 412 189
West London Mission The West London Mission (WLM) has been serving people affected by homelessness, poverty and trauma since 1887. We are part of the Methodist Church and run a wide range of services which empower people to live more fulfilling lives. Website:West London Mission Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0207 703 9613
Wirral Military Community Services Wirral Military Community Services offer veteran outreach; one-stop Shop & Drop-In; employment support; enterprise start-up; signposting to Local Agencies; welfare benefits advice; MoD welfare pension advice drop-in; housing advice and support; healthy living advice and support; diet and PT advice; access to holistic therapies; and engaging with a diverse range of community-based projects. Website:WMCS Facebook page Email:[email protected] Telephone:0751 411 3813
Wolferstans Solicitors Wolferstans is a major law firm in Plymouth. We can advise and take instructions from anyone in the UK or overseas under the laws of England and Wales. Several colleagues are veterans or related to serving personnel and veterans. Wolferstans has pledged support under the Armed Forces Covenant. It was the first law firm to be recognised with a Gold Award under the Defence Employers Recognition Scheme. We provide initial legal advice on matters relating to: Family law including divorce, separation and contact; Injury related matters including claims against the MOD, AFCS, War Pensions, off duty injuries such as road traffic collisions and medical negligence; Personal Injury Trust Funds; Buying and selling a house; Making a will. Website:Wolferstans Email:[email protected] Telephone:01752 663295
Woody's Lodge Woody's Lodge is a support project for armed forces veterans, recent leavers, reservists and those serving in the emergency services. We provide friendships, humour, banter and 'brews', while ensuring your peace and safety, while allowing you to get on with day to day life at a place where listening and laughter play a big role in our daily activity. Woody's Lodge also helps with form filling (online and paper) with regards to appropriate benefits and entitlements. Website:Woody's Lodge Email:[email protected] Telephone:01446 781792
Workways+ Workways+ offers one to one support to individuals with barriers to employment, which can include training, volunteering and paid work experience. Teams understand that a holistic approach to support is pivotal in helping individuals get their lives back on track. Staff provide intensive support tailored specifically to an individual, helping with short and long term goals by taking into account a persons previous experiences. With a vast knowledge of wider support services, teams are able to link with, and work closely with, a range of support organisations. Website:Workways+ Email:[email protected] Telephone: 0163 968 4250
