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Information about how military personnel and their families can get more support and extra help from Defence Transition Services when leaving the armed forces.

Overview

Defence Transition Services ( DTS) can provide information and support for those service leavers and their families who are most likely to face challenges as they leave the armed forces and adjust to civilian life. DTS work directly with you to provide information and facilitate access to the support you need, whether that be from another government department, local authorities, the NHS or trusted charities.

What we can help you with

DTS can sign post and facilitate access to support on the following:

Mental health

Physical health

Drugs and alcohol misuse

Training, education and employment

Housing, accommodation and relocation (including MOD Referral Scheme and civilian housing briefs)

Finance, debt and benefits

Children, family and relationships

Supporting agencies

How we can help you

If you are a service leaver, who is recognised by their unit as someone who may need extra support on leaving the armed forces, beyond that which is already provided by Defence and the Royal Navy, Army or Royal Air Force, you can be referred to DTS. As a service leaver or family member, you can also self refer to DTS. DTS clients may also be referred to us by Defence contractors, such as the Career Transition Partner ( CTP) or by third parties, such as charities or local authorities who have been approached for help.

DTS works with you on a one-to-one basis, building a trusted relationship in order to fully understand your needs, coordinate the right sources of information and simplify your access to the support you need.

Defence Holistic Transition Policy

DTS was established in October 2019 as part of Defence's Holistic Transition Policy (part 1: directive) (, 1.84 MB) and Holistic Transition Policy (part 2: guidance) (, 1.94 MB) or JSP100 as it is known internally. Details of DTS can be found in chapter two of the policy document.

How to make a referral

There are two ways to make contact with DTS if you, or someone you know, might benefit from DTS 's support:
In-service referrals - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Self-referral process and third-party referrals - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Please contact DTS via our central email address:
DBSVets-DTS-Central@mod.gov.uk

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For many soldiers, life outside the forces can appear scary and uncertain at the best of times. Add a life changing injury to the equation and the future can quickly become a dark and depressing place.

Instead of a short term project or challenge, we provide our wounded warriors with the skills they need to achieve an exciting, rewarding and sustainable future for many years to come. We rebuild confidence, capabilities and pride and return professionals to their communities as someone to look up to instead of look after.

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Goodwin Development Trust are committed to improving the quality of life within the communities of Hull.

The Goodwin team has a strong workforce of 200 employees along with 140 volunteers through out the company who are willing to help the local people of Hull.

Within the city's communities we help by identifying and addressing the needs of the local people and by working in partnership with public, private and third sector organisations.

The sustainability of Goodwin and its Family of Services provision is at the forefront of our minds and we have ensured its future sustainability by investing in an asset-driven portfolio in the very heart of the community where the Trust began to the extent that we are now operating 20 services from 15 different sites throughout Hull.

Our History

In 1994, fourteen residents in Hull's Thornton Estate decided to band together and tackle the social ills that plagued their community. They decided that enough was enough, and, through a blend of hard work, hope, help, goodwill, compassion and ambition, they changed their community for the better and for good.

Twenty years later, that small band of committed people has become the Goodwin Development Trust, a social enterprise employing 200 local people, whose success stems from community pride, entrepreneurial spirit, organisational flexibility and a business approach to attracting funding.

What we do

The sustainability of Goodwin and its family of services are at the forefront of our minds, and we have ensured future sustainability by investing in an asset-driven portfolio in the very heart of the community where the Trust began - we now operate twenty services from fifteen different sites throughout Hull.

That portfolio includes; children's centres and nurseries, a community college, disability care facilities, sports pitches, a youth and arts, with further investment in building high quality social housing on the estate, plus renovating empty properties to create additional social housing.

Our offices and conference facilities are leased to local businesses, thereby generating income and further sustaining the charitable objectives of the Trust. Goodwin also donates working spaces free-of-charge to local third-sector organisations, where this aligns with the Charity's objectives.

Our Mission

We are a locally controlled and accountable organisation. We committed to improving the quality of life in communities through identifying and addressing the needs of local people, and by working in partnership with them and various statutory, voluntary and professional organisations.

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The REME Lifting the Decks initiative was introduced specifically to prioritize the mental well-being of REME personnel and veterans.

We are continuously enhancing Lifting the Decks, striving to make it more accessible. Our primary focus is to encourage members of the REME Family to share their thoughts and concerns. No matter what stage of life you're in, serving, veteran or dependent, we are here to listen and provide support.

If something is troubling you, regardless of its magnitude or origin, we are committed to lending an ear and offering assistance. Whether it's about yourself or someone else, please reach out to us for a confidential discussion at:

We will respond between Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm

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We are now running both online courses which run for 5 days and residential courses which run for 3 days.

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192 Mentors trained by the charity.

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Founded by an Ex-Royal Marine, who had himself been through the Operation Nightingale project and witnessed first-hand the benefits that participating in projects of this kind of project can bring. These profound experiences are what have driven Breaking Ground Heritage to excel and deliver the best projects possible for its beneficiaries.

Since our conception in 2015, we have evolved into a project that is at the forefront of the promotion of wellbeing projects in the heritage sector, leading by example and sharing our results annually in conferences, reports and presentations.

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HighGround has pioneered Rural Weeks as the place to start your Life Beyond the Military - Outdoors.

Five fully residential days at an agricultural college, currently Bicton College in Devon and currently being rolled out to Landex colleges in other regions of the UK.

How to work out what you want to do

We aim to introduce you to the following areas of the land-based sector:

Land Management

This covers all aspects of work on the land from management and administrative roles to practical, 'hands-on' activities which may use trades and skills you already have.

Countryside and Environment

Forestry and Forest Schools

Game Keeping and River Management

'Farming as an outdoor, practical, small-scale business relies on versatile, resourceful and skilled staff, albeit often without formal qualifications, who can solve problems and manage responsibility. One of the main concerns voiced by farm employers is that they have found it difficult to recruit such staff in recent years.' DeFra Farm Business Survey, May 2013

Did you know there are approximately 300,00 active farms in the UK generating roughly £8 billion into the UK economy. An average farm size is 57 Ha (1 hectare = 10000 square metres) and the UK's average age for farmers is 58. They are looking for people like you who's military training and services involve being able to solve problems and manage responsibility, regardless of the rank you held.

Environmental (outdoor) Design, Production and Leisure

This covers careers available in areas where there is an end product or a service to people and where there are opportunities for practical work or skilled craftsmanship. Many of the roles will offer opportunities for direct contact with customers and the general public.

Leisure Pursuits - eg: canoeing, mountaineering

Animal Care

This covers the care of all types of animal, their welfare and in many cases training.

Equine - The Horse industry

Domestic and Companion Animals

What happens during a Rural Week?

College staff and outside presenters will introduce you to their area of expertise with information about what careers in each sector are best suited to ex-military people and the training and qualifications needed.

Monday to Thursday is a combination of classroom-based presentations and practical visits to dairy farms, smallholdings, farm shops, golf courses, RSPB rangers and much more, where subject matter experts freely share their contacts, experience and advice. They have no agenda other than to help you. Friday focusses on self-employment and reviewing the week so that you can make a plan for how to move forwards.

We also invite ex-military people who are now working in the land-based sector to come and talk to us in the evenings and share their experiences of transition and their contacts. It's not what you know, but who!
Here is a typical timetable

What happens after Rural Week?

Our Careers Manager will follow up to agree a plan to help you move towards land-based employment or self-employment. This could be:

HighGround arranging a work placement for you

Advising about specific courses and how to access funding for them

Putting you in touch with a partner organisation if the Rural Week has identified another issue which may be preventing you from getting nearer to employment, such as housing

Can't make it to a Rural Week?

If you're interested in learning about the Land-based sector but cannot make it to one of our Rural Weeks, take a look at our Career Guides to find out about the many opportunities that the Land-based sector holds for ex-military personnel and Reservists.

Get in touch

If you have any questions, or need further information please contact anna@highground-uk.org or call Anna on 07951 495 272.

To read the latest, and previous Rural Weeks Reports, click here

"HighGround regards the concept Rural Weeks as intellectual property of the charity and will take any steps available to it to enforce its rights in such property if any other person or organisation seeks to copy it or to benefit from the goodwill associated with it."

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claiming compensation and benefits for illness or injury caused by service

getting physical and mental health support

Housing and homelessness

Find out about support options available if you're a veteran who is:

looking for civilian housing

homeless or at risk of homelessness

Employment and education

Pensions and finance

Care, disability and independent living

Find out about support available if you're a veteran who is managing a disability or considering care options, including:

support for living independently at home (home adaptations and mobility equipment)

option when considering moving into a care home or managed accommodation

available support if you're caring for a veteran

what to do when a veteran dies

Community support

Find out about support options for veteran community groups, such as:

support for LGBT+ veterans

Legal and justice

Find out about the support options available for veterans around the legal and justice system, including:

support for veterans and their families in contact with the criminal justice system

Service records and medals

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Find support for UK armed forces veterans and their families, including help with finance, healthcare, employment, housing, social care and more.

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The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation ensuring that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly.

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Welfare guidance on immigration control for HM Armed ForcesRegular and dependants of Regular Armed Forces

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Foreign & Commonwealth - Army Families Federation

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AFF's Foreign & Commonwealth team can provide qualified immigration advice to members of the UK Armed Forces and their immediate family members who are eligible to apply for a visa to enter or remain in the UK under the Armed Forces rules or because they have an immediate family member who is a currently or previously serving member of the UK Armed Forces.

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Amazing dogs, Transforming lives

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Clare has several rare conditions that affect her joints, muscles and bones causing her severe pain and limited mobility. We paired her with canine partner Griffin.

Read Clare's story

Heyshott

We would be delighted to welcome you to one of our Information Sessions held at our Southern Centre on Mill Road, Heyshott, Midhurst, West Sussex.... read more

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London

Sign up to cycle for Canine Partners at the Prudential London Surrey 100 Bike Ride and help us to transform lives.... read more

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Winkfield Row

Join us at an exclusive Charity Golf Day on Tuesday 24 April at Swinley Forest Golf Club.... read more

See more activities and events

Leaving a gift in your will to Canine Partners will help us to continue training our amazing assistance dogs for years to come.... read more

These large donations are always spent wisely where the money is most needed, but can also go towards specific projects.... read more

Giving a gift of over £1,500 to Canine Partners will make an enormous difference to our work training amazing dogs to transform lives. ... read more

We actively approach a variety of charitable trusts and foundations for funding to train and support our partnerships.... read more

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Canine Partners - Amazing Dogs. Transforming Lives.

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Clare has several rare conditions that affect her joints, muscles and bones causing her severe pain and limited mobility. We paired her with canine partner Griffin. Read Clare's story Heyshott We would be delighted to welcome you to one of our Information Sessions held at our Southern Centre on Mill Road, Heyshott, Midhurst, West Sussex....

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Our team is here to listen and not to judge. We can give you useful information and signpost ways to help you.

Forcesline is a free and confidential telephone helpline and email service that provides support for serving (regulars and reserves), ex-Forces and for their families.

SSAFA is outside of the military chain of command, will listen and we will not judge. Your privacy when seeking help is fundamentally important to us.

You can now talk to our Forcesline advisors online with our live chat service. Please click on the button below to start your conversation:

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Our team is here to listen and not to judge. We can give you useful information and signpost ways to help you. Forcesline is a free and confidential telephone helpline and email service that provides support for serving (regulars and reserves), ex-Forces and for their families.

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WIS Support Fellowship for life for you and your Partner (Band of Sisters)

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Those who served together deserve to recover together. The Band of Brothers offers fellowship and support to wounded, injured and sick Servicemen and women.

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Army Families Federation Website

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Army Families Federation - Supporting Army families worldwide

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Welcome to the Army Families Federation (AFF) website. AFF supports British Army families wherever they are in the world.

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Confidential Help & support

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Royal British Veterans Enterprise (RBVE) formerly RBLI

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Royal British Veterans Enterprise (RBVE) formerly RBLI

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Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI) is a national charity supporting the Armed Forces, people with disabilities and people who are unemployed. We improve lives every day by inspiring those we help and supporting them to find work and lead independent lives.

This is how we do it..

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Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI) is a national charity supporting the Armed Forces, people with disabilities and people who are unemployed. We improve lives every day by inspiring those we help and supporting them to find work and lead independent lives. This is how we do it..

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Veterans' Charity, Ex-Military Support - Sporting Force

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Sporting Force is a veterans' charity that provides ex-military support for servicemen and women. Call us now on 0800 050 9502 to obtain further information.

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Style for Soldiers is a charity founded by Emma Willis MBE in response to the numerous casualties incurred in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2008 she began visiting patients at the Military Rehabilitation Hospital every 2 months, measuring them for a bespoke shirt as a gift of thanks for their bravery and sacrifice.

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The Poppy Factory help veterans with health challenges to find life-changing employment across the UK. Visit us for recruitment opportunities for ex-military.

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We receive over 2,000 requests for help each year. Help us to keep supporting our beneficiaries, for life. Serving in the Royal Navy or Royal Marines represents an enduring commitment to protecting our island nation. This commitment is not without sacrifice.

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We exist to help officers find employment and to relieve hardship amongst those who have held a commission in the Armed Forces, their families and dependants.

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HorseBack UK aims to inspire recovery, regain self-esteem and promote positive change in an individual. Using horsemanship and outdoor activities, we deliver nationally recognised and accredited personal development programmes that encourage our participants to acquire new coping strategies, life skills and build lasting resilience.

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HorseBack UK aims to inspire recovery, regain self-esteem and promote positive change in an individual. Using horsemanship and outdoor activities, we deliver nationally recognised and accredited personal development programmes that encourage our participants to acquire new coping strategies, life skills and build lasting resilience.

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Forces Pension Society - Fighting for the Forces and their Families

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Forces Pension Society is a not-for-profit organisation fighting and campaigning for Service pensions rights for the armed forces and their families.

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Forces in Mind Trust . Supporting ex-service personnel.

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The Aim of the Forces in Mind Trust is to enable ex-Service personnel and their families to lead successful civilian lives.

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Cobseo - The Confederation of Service Charities

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Cobseo represents the whole Serving and Veterans Community. Membership is open to Charities who promote and further the welfare and general interests of the Armed Forces Community.

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Samaritans works to make sure there's always someone there for anyone who needs someone. Read more.

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Scottish Veterans Residences provides supported housing for all former members of the UK Armed Forces who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Our services are located in Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow.

To enquire about accommodation, please click the button below or call 0300 131 6755 (24 hours).
Make an enquiry

Where we work

Edinburgh

Whitefoord House

53 Canongate, EH8 8BS
En-suite accommodation and support in the heart of Edinburgh.
A registered housing support service with 86 en-suite rooms and full catering service, Whitefoord House is situated in a historic part of Edinburgh's Old Town. Facilities include a gym, lounge, free wi-fi and games room. Housing support for homeless or vulnerable veterans of all ages is provided by a fully qualified staff team.

Dundee

Rosendael

3 Victoria Road, DD5 1BE
Professional support in a warm and friendly environment.
With 44 en-suite rooms, Rosendael is situated in large gardens in a quiet part of Broughty Ferry, Dundee. A registered housing support service for veterans of all ages who are homeless or in need, the facilities in this converted mansion house include a snooker room, lounges. Full catering is provided alongside practical and emotional support and a wide range of activities are on offer.

Glasgow

Bellrock Close

Cranhill, G33 3HU
Specialist transitional support for veterans.
A purpose-built transitional support service in the East End of Glasgow, Bellrock Close has 30 one-bedroom flats. There is an on-site gym, café and lounge. Specialist help is provided to assist veterans who are homeless or require support to transition to civilian life.

Learn more about our residences

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With over 40 years experience in delivering challenging outdoor adventure holidays for disabled adults and children, Calvert Trust is the ideal place to discover "it's what you can do that counts!"

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Our Mission:

RACE RETRAIN RECOVER

Mission Motorsport, The forces' motorsport charity aids in the recovery and rehabilitation of those affected by military operations by providing opportunities through Motorsport and the Automotive Industry

More than 2000 WIS beneficiaries have been engaged through over 6,000 man-days of events delivered by the charity since 2012. Our varied and exciting sporting opportunities help us access those who are 'harder to reach' and provide an exceptional vocational assessment and development tool.

From big industry to small , 200 wounded MM beneficiaries have successfully accessed employment through the charity's training and placement schemes. Over 2000 veterans have found work in total. Employment - in full- or part-time work - is an incredibly important part of a sustainable and constructive future for our veterans and their families.

Despite circumstances that would prove a barrier to many, MM veterans continue to demonstrate that they are well-suited to the automotive industry, and their skills are recognised and rewarded by employers. MM alumni are happily filling important roles in Formula 1, Formula E and World Rally Championship teams as well as at leading automotive manufacturers.

What Beneficiaries Think of Mission Motorsport

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Whether you are a Service leaver, veteran or family member needing a little help, or you would like to volunteer, there are a variety of ways in which you can get involved.

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More than 2000 WIS beneficiaries have been engaged through over 6,000 man-days of events delivered by the charity since 2012. Our varied and exciting sporting opportunities help us access those who are 'harder to reach' and provide an exceptional vocational assessment and development tool.

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ABF The Soldiers' Charity - The Army's National Charity

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Since 1944, ABF The Soldiers' Charity (formerly the Army Benevolent Fund) has provided support to soldiers, veterans and their immediate families, for life.

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Registered charity number 1158886. Call us on: 01798 874521. © 2018 Building Heroes Education Foundation. All rights reserved.

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Forward Assist provide support and guidance to former servicemen and women that experience difficulties in adjusting to a new life as a civilian. Forward Assist offer intergenerational support to both male & female veterans and their families.

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Meet Tracy

Tracy left the army after 18 years of service due to a ruptured aorta in her heart, which caused paralysis and placed her into a wheelchair as well as preventing her from continuing her job with the Royal Logistics Corps. Initially feeling "lost and isolated", Tracy sought help from SSAFA's mentoring service, and credits her mentor Lesley with having turned her life around - helping her regain a positive mental attitude.

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Mentoring | Joining civvy street | SSAFA

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Meet Tracy Tracy left the army after 18 years of service due to a ruptured aorta in her heart, which caused paralysis and placed her into a wheelchair as well as preventing her from continuing her job with the Royal Logistics Corps.

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Blesma, The Limbless Veterans, is an armed forces non profit charity supporting limbless veterans in the UK for the duration of their lives. We are proud to provide rehabilitative activities, welfare support and financial help for amputees. Find out more, including fundraising ideas and events.

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Help for Heroes Hidden Wounds provides support to Veterans, their families and the families of those still serving who are struggling with their mental health.

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We provide specialist treatment and support for veterans from every service and conflict, focusing on those with complex mental health issues.

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We provide lifelong support to Service Personnel and Military Veterans with injuries, illnesses and wounds sustained while serving in the British Armed Forces.

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RBLI - Providing employability, training and support to the Armed Forces community and beyond

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RBLI offers a range of products and services with the aim of improving the lives of people with disabilities and supporting the brave men and women from our Armed Forces.

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Since 1915 we've believed no one who has lost their sight should battle blindness alone. We offer training and rehabilitation to blind veterans no matter when they served or how they lost their sight.

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Haig Housing Tel: 020 8685 5777 (Out of Hours Emergencies - Mitie) Gas Emergency Tel: 0800 111 999

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The Single Persons Accommodation Centre for the Ex Services, SPACES, provides an accommodation placement service for single personnel being discharged from all three military services.

What is SPACES? Single Persons Accommodation Centre for the Ex Services, SPACES, is a housing advice and placement service for veterans.
SPACES targets the most vulnerable of Service leavers, regardless of rank, length of service, or reason for discharge.

SPACES:

Helps to secure appropriate accommodation when you leave the Armed Forces to reduce the risk of homelessness or rough sleeping.

Help to find accommodation no matter where you are located across the UK.

We will provide support for up to 12 months prior to discharge if you don't have identified accommodation. The SPACES team will maintain contact with you until suitable accommodation is secured.

We have established referral pathways into veterans accommodation across the country via a network of partner agencies.

If you are married or a single parent, we will refer you to the Joint Service Housing Advice Office.

We will assist Foreign & Commonwealth Service personnel with housing needs.

Our unique offer
SPACES is unique in providing a national network of supported housing options for veterans who have a range of needs. Our links with many other veterans charities and housing providers means that we can match you with the most appropriate accommodation offer - whether that is independent housing or high levels of support within Riverside's own accommodation services.

Some of our team at SPACES are veterans themselves. We understand leaving the structured life of the services can leave you vulnerable to homelessness. You may have little understanding of how to secure rented accommodation, have no experience of budgeting or setting up home or have problems unique to veterans.

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The Single Persons Accommodation Centre for the Ex Services, SPACES, provides an accommodation placement service for single personnel being discharged from all three military services. What is SPACES? Single Persons Accommodation Centre for the Ex Services, SPACES, is a housing advice and placement service for veterans.

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Did you know that both Complainants and Respondents are entitled to an Assisting Officer (AO)?

An AO can support an individual through the Service Complaints process and direct them to welfare if needed.

An AO should be impartial to the complaint.

🔗 https://t.co/HHlRQWlalG

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Welcome to the Service Complaints Ombudsman for the Armed Forces

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Did you know that both Complainants and Respondents are entitled to an Assisting Officer (AO)? An AO can support an individual through the Service Complaints process and direct them to welfare if needed. An AO should be impartial to the complaint. 🔗 https://t.co/HHlRQWlalG

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Army Families Federation is a charitable incorporated organisation registered in England and Wales with registered charity number 1176393 and a charity registered in Scotland with registered charity number SC048282 having its principal office at IDL 414, Floor 1, Zone 6, Ramillies Building, Marlborough Lines, Monxton Road, Andover SP11 8HJ

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Our Mission

To provide a high-quality medical welfare service to those who serve the nation and the community when they are in the patient care pathway, in order to deliver capability and productivity.

Armed Forces Covenant

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To provide a high-quality medical welfare service to those who serve the nation and the community when they are in the patient care pathway, in order to deliver capability and productivity. Armed Forces Covenant

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Hands For Heroes - Free Chiropractic Care for War Veterans

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Hands For Heroes - Free Chiropractic Care for War Veterans

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Hands For Heroes - Free Chiropractic Care for War Veterans

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Hands For Heroes - Free Chiropractic Care for War Veterans

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Welcome to Hands for Heroes - Free chiropractic care for Gulf and Afghanistan War Veterans

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UK Charity providing welfare & support for those serving in the armed forces, veterans and armed forces families. We support the army, RAF and Navy.

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If your poppy includes single-use plastic, you can bring it to Sainsbury's for recycling until 23 November. Simply locate a poppy recycling box at your nearby store.

For new plastic-free poppies, they can be recycled in regular household recycling collections.

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Royal British Legion | Armed Forces Charity

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The Legion is here to help members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families. And we're not going anywhere.