Support for the armed forces community

We recognise that leaving the Armed Forces can be a major, life-changing experience. Not many career changes need as much adjustment as leaving the military and returning to civilian life.

The majority of service-leavers successfully transition back into civilian life, but a small number may find it very difficult. Others may find themselves needing help much further down the line.

There are lots of organisations which support veterans and their families, and it can be hard knowing which one to contact. 

The Veterans’ Gateway helpline can provide information and referral support by telephone on 0808 802 1212 - Monday to Sunday, 8am to 8pm.  Many of the team are veterans themselves, so understand the issues faced by people leaving the Armed Forces. 

Their aim is to put veterans and their families in touch with the organisations best placed to give them the advice and support they need.

A veteran is anyone who has served for at least one day in the Armed Forces, whether regular or reserve.