We work with lots of organisations to help families who are or have been involved with the armed forces.
Here are some of them:
- The Army West Midlands
- The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA)
- Chamber of Commerce
- Libraries in Sandwell
- Kore Sandwell
Royal British Legion services
The Royal British Legion provides support for people who are serving or who have served in the Armed Forces, their dependants and carers.
Services include:
- Information, Advice and Support
- Benefits Debt and Money Advice
- Independent Living Advice
- Outreach Service
- Handy Van Service
- War Pensions & Armed Forces Compensation Service
- Civvystreet
- Poppy Break Centres
- Care Homes
- Admiral Nurse Service
You can also call the advice and information line 0808 802 8080 (open seven days a week, 8am – 8pm).
Veterans' ID card
Find out how to apply for the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card.
Stepway
Stepway provide continuous support and empowerment to veterans as they transition into civilian life. Through their 7-Step Civilian Skills Program, Stepway aims to assist veterans in various areas of need without limitations, ensuring that they receive the necessary support to thrive in their post-military lives. The charity's mission is to be there every step of the way for veterans, offering comprehensive assistance and guidance regardless of their background or circumstances.
Tough Enough to Care
Tough Enough To Care is a charitable organisation with a mission to address mental health challenges in male-dominated spaces and combat the stigma surrounding mental health issues. The organisation was established by an Armed Forces veteran. It provides a range of mental health support services, including peer support groups, text support services and free mental health training.
GP practices
There is a map of GP practices that are veteran friendly accredited.