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.

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I attended a very helpful meeting this week with Kevin Kane, CEO of @sharedparentsco, and Mark Downie, their Armed Forces and Veterans Manager.
 
Our discussion highlighted the importance of ensuring that all family members affected by separation have access to the help they need, especially children, in order to achieve better outcomes for families and communities.
 
If this topic affects you, please reach out to @sharedparentsco
I attended a very helpful meeting this week with Kevin Kane, CEO of @sharedparentsco, and Mark Downie, their Armed Forces and Veterans Manager. Our discussion highlighted the importance of ensuring that all family members affected by separation have access to the help they need, especially children, in order to achieve better outcomes for families and communities. If this topic affects you, please reach out to @sharedparentsco
3 hours ago
Leaving the Armed Forces is a process unique to each person.

One Transition, Many Lives is a new film from Forces in Mind Trust following four different journeys from military to civilian life.

It shows how personal circumstances, family life, preparation and access to support can shape what happens next.

Most people transition successfully and bring valuable skills and experience into civilian life, but the right support still matters.

Click the link in our bio to watch the film.
Leaving the Armed Forces is a process unique to each person. One Transition, Many Lives is a new film from Forces in Mind Trust following four different journeys from military to civilian life. It shows how personal circumstances, family life, preparation and access to support can shape what happens next. Most people transition successfully and bring valuable skills and experience into civilian life, but the right support still matters. Click the link in our bio to watch the film.
1 day ago
I am delighted that my term as the Scottish Veterans Commissioner has been extended.

It has been an honour to serve Scotland’s veterans and their families since taking up the role in 2022.

I look forward to continuing to champion veterans’ voices and push for change where it is needed.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support and engage with my work.

Veterans | Scottish Veterans | Armed Forces | Veterans Commissioner | Support Our Veterans
I am delighted that my term as the Scottish Veterans Commissioner has been extended. It has been an honour to serve Scotland’s veterans and their families since taking up the role in 2022. I look forward to continuing to champion veterans’ voices and push for change where it is needed. Thank you to everyone who continues to support and engage with my work. Veterans | Scottish Veterans | Armed Forces | Veterans Commissioner | Support Our Veterans
2 days ago
Bereaved veterans and families should not have to search across different websites to find help.

@beyondthewireuk's new interactive Bereavement Hub brings clear information and support together in one place.

Thank you to the staff and volunteers who support the bereaved military community.

Find out more about the hub or read our Support for the Bereaved Community report via the link in our bio.

#Veterans #ArmedForces #ScottishVeterans #BeyondtheWire
Bereaved veterans and families should not have to search across different websites to find help. @beyondthewireuk's new interactive Bereavement Hub brings clear information and support together in one place. Thank you to the staff and volunteers who support the bereaved military community. Find out more about the hub or read our Support for the Bereaved Community report via the link in our bio. #Veterans #ArmedForces #ScottishVeterans #BeyondtheWire
3 days ago
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