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Armed Forces Support Charities

View the range of charity organisations available for support and advice:

Veterans’ Gateway

Veterans’ Gateway is the first point of contact for veterans and their families seeking support. Available 24/7, it offers assistance across various areas, including housing, mental wellbeing, and finances. You can reach out via phone, chat, text, or email. Additionally, Veterans’ Gateway can refer you directly to their Referral Partners.

To gain advice and support from the Veterans’ Gateway please Call 08‍08 80‍2 12‍12 where advisor are available 24/7 to take your call.

The Royal British Legion

The Royal British Legion provides essential support to members of the Royal Navy, British Army,

Types of Support:

Financial and Employment: Assistance with financial pressures and transitioning to civilian life.

Physical and Mental Wellbeing: Expert rehabilitation and art programs for overall wellbeing.

Local Community Connections: Accessible support through in-person, phone, or online channels.

Overseas Support: Available wherever you are, with a dedicated team ready to assist.

Cost of Living Grants: If you’re struggling with essential costs (such as energy, utilities, or sudden expenses), you may be eligible for support through the new and expanded Cost of Living Grants.

For more information, you can chat online on the Royal British Legion website or contact them via phone or email:

Telephone (UK): 0808 802 8080

Email: info@britishlegion.org.uk  (available 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week)

SSAFA

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, also known as the Soldiers’, Sailors’, and Airmen’s Families Association, is a UK-based organisation that provides lifelong support to serving men and women, veterans, and their families or dependents from the British Armed Forces

how they help:

Joining Civvy Street: Supporting the transition process for those leaving the military.

Military Families: Providing welfare services to family members of the Armed Forces community.

Supporting Older Veterans: Offering physical and emotional support to older veterans.

Welfare and Benefits: Providing social care, advice, and housing for the Armed Forces community.

Disability Support: Assisting serving personnel, families, and veterans with disability-related matters.

Mental Wellbeing: Helping cope with bereavement, injury, and stress.

Gurkha Services: Specialist Nepali language services for Brigade of Gurkhas members and their relatives.

If you need support, you can contact Forcesline, their free and confidential helpline, at 0800 260 6767 (available Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00).

Help for Heroes

Help for Heroes is the leading Armed Forces and veterans’ charity in the UK. They provide lifelong support to Service Personnel and Military Veterans who have sustained injuries, illnesses, or wounds while serving in the British Armed Forces. Their comprehensive assistance includes physical and mental health support, financial aid, social services, and welfare needs. Whether it’s aiding mobility, housing, or simply offering a listening ear, Help for Heroes is committed to empowering veterans and their families on their journey to well-being.

If you are a veteran, serving member of the Armed Forces, if you worked alongside the UK military, or are a close relative of any, Help for Heroes are there for you.

You can also use their online form to refer someone who needs help or request a call back by visiting: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/application/callback/

Fighting With Pride

Fighting With Pride is a military charity that supports the health and well-being of LGBT+ veterans, service personnel, and their families. It particularly focuses on those most impacted by the ban on LGBT+ personnel serving in the Armed Forces prior to January 2001. The charity aims to connect these veterans with relevant organisations and charities to help them recover from the effects of the historical ban.

For more details, please visit: https://www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/

The Poppy Factory

The Poppy Factory is an employment charity that supports veterans with significant health barriers—both mental and physical—when transitioning to civilian life after leaving the Armed Forces. Their mission is to help veterans find meaningful employment, overcoming challenges such as mental health conditions, homelessness, and addiction. The charity provides one-to-one support, including CV writing, job search assistance, interview preparation, and in-work support. If you’re a veteran seeking employment help, you can register through their online form.

For more details, please visit: https://www.poppyfactory.org/

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