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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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A great catch up this morning with Ryan MacDonald, SSAFA Regional Manager Scotland. It was really helpful to hear about the latest developments at SSAFA and how they will improve support for the veterans community. SSAFA provided valuable insights for my new report, Veterans and Finance so it was a pleasure to provide Ryan with a copy.
A great catch up this morning with Ryan MacDonald, SSAFA Regional Manager Scotland. It was really helpful to hear about the latest developments at SSAFA and how they will improve support for the veterans community. SSAFA provided valuable insights for my new report, Veterans and Finance so it was a pleasure to provide Ryan with a copy.
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I’m pleased to publish Veterans and Finance, my latest report exploring the financial stability and wellbeing of veterans in Scotland. While most veterans transition well, some face complex financial challenges. This report highlights where more can be done to support them, shares examples of good practice, and makes practical recommendations for government and service providers. It also recognises the valuable contribution veterans make to the financial services sector. 🔗 Read the full report at the link in my bio. #VeteransAndFinance #VeteransInScotland #VeteransFinance #FinancialWellbeing #FinancialStability
I’m pleased to publish Veterans and Finance, my latest report exploring the financial stability and wellbeing of veterans in Scotland. While most veterans transition well, some face complex financial challenges. This report highlights where more can be done to support them, shares examples of good practice, and makes practical recommendations for government and service providers. It also recognises the valuable contribution veterans make to the financial services sector. 🔗 Read the full report at the link in my bio. #VeteransAndFinance #VeteransInScotland #VeteransFinance #FinancialWellbeing #FinancialStability
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From VE Day commemorations and marking 110 years since the Gretna rail disaster, to celebrating the naming of HMS Glasgow and 140 years of SSAFA, May has been a packed month. Read more in my round-up - link in biog 🔗
From VE Day commemorations and marking 110 years since the Gretna rail disaster, to celebrating the naming of HMS Glasgow and 140 years of SSAFA, May has been a packed month. Read more in my round-up - link in biog 🔗
2 weeks ago
The SVC Office was represented at a great event in Stirling hosted by The Royal Naval Benevolent Trust. Good to hear about their new strategy and the support they provide in Scotland.
The SVC Office was represented at a great event in Stirling hosted by The Royal Naval Benevolent Trust. Good to hear about their new strategy and the support they provide in Scotland.
2 weeks ago
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