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Support for Veterans

The Scottish Veterans Commissioner is not an ombudsman, therefore does not have the power to investigate individual cases or provide direct support.

However, if you are a member of the veterans community seeking information, advice or support, the following services can help.

 

GOV.UK Veterans’ Support

GOV.UK has dedicated support guidance for veterans.

Online support guides can help veterans find the information they need categorised by life stages - housing, employment, mental and physical health support, illness or injury, bereavement, care needs and more. 

A searchable directory lists both government and charity support available to veterans and their families, allowing veterans to find help locally and nationally. You can search by topic and location for easy access to appropriate support.

Veterans Assist

Veterans Assist – as part of Veterans Scotland – offers a useful website designed to signpost Armed Forces personnel and their families to a range of services best placed to help with the information, advice and support they need from across Scotland.

For more information or to contact Veterans Assist, visit here.

 

Unforgotten Forces

If you are a veteran over the age of 60 and are seeking support, or you wish to refer an older veteran for support, Unforgotten Forces is a consortium of 16 organisations led by Age Scotland to deliver services in a range of areas.

You can get more information about the partners and getting in touch here.

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Today I’ve published my new report on veterans and employment. Employment is key to a successful transition to civilian life, and while most veterans go on to thrive in second careers, some still need support. Scotland has made strong progress, but more can be done. We must turn intent into consistent action, strengthen leadership and data, and ensure every veteran can access the opportunities available. Read the full report at the link in my bio 🔗
Today I’ve published my new report on veterans and employment. Employment is key to a successful transition to civilian life, and while most veterans go on to thrive in second careers, some still need support. Scotland has made strong progress, but more can be done. We must turn intent into consistent action, strengthen leadership and data, and ensure every veteran can access the opportunities available. Read the full report at the link in my bio 🔗
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A constructive introductory meeting today with Jamie Hepburn MSP, Minister for Veterans. We reflected on progress made in recent years and the challenges ahead. Key priorities discussed included the Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Pathway, Op Banner veterans, the Veterans Homelessness Prevention Pathway, and extending the Armed Forces Covenant. I look forward to working with the Minister to support our Armed Forces and veteran community.
A constructive introductory meeting today with Jamie Hepburn MSP, Minister for Veterans. We reflected on progress made in recent years and the challenges ahead. Key priorities discussed included the Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Pathway, Op Banner veterans, the Veterans Homelessness Prevention Pathway, and extending the Armed Forces Covenant. I look forward to working with the Minister to support our Armed Forces and veteran community.
21 hours ago
It was a real pleasure to join the Veterans Scotland AGM, led by their Chair Emma Watson Mack. It is clear that Scotland has a dynamic and collaborative 3rd Sector supporting our Armed Forces and Veteran community, making a real impact on the lives of those who serve or have served. @veteransscotland
It was a real pleasure to join the Veterans Scotland AGM, led by their Chair Emma Watson Mack. It is clear that Scotland has a dynamic and collaborative 3rd Sector supporting our Armed Forces and Veteran community, making a real impact on the lives of those who serve or have served. @veteransscotland
1 day ago
I attended Veterans Housing Scotland's event in Glasgow yesterday where I heard about plans to provide more housing for disabled veterans. I was pleased to meet Bailie Paul McCabe and Glasgow's Armed Forces Champion Councillor Abdul Bostani. A strength of VHS is that it works with many partners and it was a pleasure to catch up with Jamie from RCA Trust. @veteranshousingscotland
I attended Veterans Housing Scotland's event in Glasgow yesterday where I heard about plans to provide more housing for disabled veterans. I was pleased to meet Bailie Paul McCabe and Glasgow's Armed Forces Champion Councillor Abdul Bostani. A strength of VHS is that it works with many partners and it was a pleasure to catch up with Jamie from RCA Trust. @veteranshousingscotland
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