RNOC SUPPORT NETWORK

Family Action

Family Action transforms lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation across the country.

Visit website: https://www.family-action.org.uk

Relate

Relate is the UK’s largest provider of relationship support and can offer general advice or specific support to armed forces personnel.

Visit website: https://www.relate.org.uk

Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association

SSAFA provides lifelong support to those who are serving or who have ever served in the British Army, the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force, and their families. They offer practical, financial and emotional support to individuals facing issues ranging from financial hardship, homelessness to family breakdown.

Visit website: https://www.ssafa.org.uk

The British Red Cross

The British Red Cross provides support at home, transport and mobility aids to help people when they face a crisis in their daily lives.

Visit website: https://www.redcross.org.uk

The Naval Families Federation

The NFF offers Royal Naval and Royal Marines' families an independent voice and representation. They also provide support and guidance on the issues affecting daily life that occur due to being part of a Naval Service family

Visit website: https://www.nff.org.uk

The Naval Children’s Charity

The NCC is dedicated to supporting children whose parents are current or former members of the Naval Service. The needs of the children are paramount and help is provided when not available from family or statutory sources.

Visit website: https://www.navalchildrenscharity.org.uk/

Agamemnon Housing Association

Provides affordable and sensitively managed sheltered housing for people over 60 years old. They offer preference to those who have served as ratings or other ranks in the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, QARNNS and WRNS and their surviving partners.

Visit website: http://www.agamemnonha.org

Age UK

Age UK can give specific money advice for clients in later life, by offering useful information on pensions, benefits and savings.

Visit website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/money-legal/

Anchor Homes

Anchor Homes offer retirement homes and villages with assisted and independent living opportunities.

Visit website: https://www.anchor.org.uk

The Church of England Soldiers’, Sailors’ and Airmen’s Housing Association

CESSAHA manages a total of 8 sheltered housing schemes predominantly in the Portsmouth area for a variety of ex-Service personnel and their families.

Visit website: http://www.cessaha.co.uk/

The Chaseley Trust

A 55 bed residential, respite and day care home for people with severe physical disabilities, with priority given to ex-service personnel and their dependants. Formed to care for spinally injured and paralysed war veterans.

Visit website: http://www.chaseley.org.uk

First Stop Care Advice

An independent, impartial and free service provided by the national charity Elderly Accommodation Counsel (EAC) in partnership with local and national partner organisations.

Visit website: http://www.firststopcareadvice.org.uk/

Haig Housing

Haig Housing is a leading housing provider for ex-Service personnel in the UK, the charity owns over 1,500 properties across 50 locations. The Trust endeavours to help any Veteran in housing need, whether they are transitioning into civilian life or are simply in need of a helping hand.

Visit website: http://www.haighousing.org.uk

King William IV Naval Foundation – Housing for Officers’ Widows and Daughters

Provide self-contained Royal Naval Cottages (almshouses) for the widows or orphaned daughters of Royal Navy or Royal Marines Officers.

Leonard Cheshire Disability

Offer various homes throughout the country and abroad specialising in the care of people with varying disabilities. Age limits apply and those of retirement age can only be accepted exceptionally.

Visit website: https://www.leonardcheshire.org

Royal Alfred Seafarers’ Society

A maritime charity which provide nursing care and accommodation support to elderly, sick or disabled Royal Navy personnel, their widows and dependants.

Visit website: https://www.royalalfredseafarers.com

Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI)

The RBLI provide a range of accommodation, welfare support and convalescent care to those with a connection to the Armed Forces Community or with a disability or health condition. All the accommodation is based in the Royal British Legion Village in Aylesford, Kent.

Visit website: https://www.rbli.co.uk/housing-and-care

Royal Cambridge Home for Soldiers’ Widows

Provides safe and high quality residential care for the widows or female dependants of all persons who have served in the Armed Forces of the Crown, be they Regular, Territorial, Reserve or Nursing units of the British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force. Ladies who themselves have served in any of the Armed Forces are also welcome. Respite care is also offered.

Visit website: https://www.royalcambridgehome.org

Shelter

Shelter is committed to supporting homeless ex-forces personnel.

Visit website: https://www.shelter.org.uk/

Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association

SSAFA provides lifelong support to those who are serving or who have ever served in the British Army, the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force, and their families. They offer practical, financial and emotional support to individuals facing issues ranging from financial hardship, homelessness to family breakdown.

Visit website: https://www.ssafa.org.uk

St. David’s Home for Disabled Ex-Servicemen and Women

Provides care for the elderly and rehabilitation of the physically disabled.

Visit website: http://www.stdavidshome.org

The Abbeyfield Buckland Monachorum Society Ltd

Sheltered home for the elderly - independent living. Conveniently situated between Plymouth and Tavistock in the village of Crapstone, West Devon.

Visit website: https://www.pilchersfield.co.uk

The Care Quality Commission

The independent regulator of all health and social care services in England. The Care Quality Commission monitors, inspects and regulates hospitals, care homes, GP surgeries, dental practices and other care services to make sure they meet fundamental standards of quality and safety and publishes what it finds.

Visit website: https://www.cqc.org.uk

The North Memorial Homes

Provide family type accommodation for disabled ex-servicemen linked to the city of Leicester and their families, so that they can live as normal a life as possible.

Visit website: http://www.northmemorialhomes.co.uk

The Queen Alexandra Hospital Home

Provides accommodation for sixty male and female residents all of whom have served in Her Majesty’s Armed Forces. In addition to those permanently resident, accommodation is available for those requiring short stay convalescence/holidays. Full multidisciplinary nursing and rehabilitation care is provided.

Visit website: https://www.qef.org.uk/

The Royal Homes in Wimbledon (Managed by SSAFA)

The Royal Homes provides independent living for 76 women in self-contained, affordable flats.

Visit website: https://www.ssafa.org.uk/get-help/welfare-and-benefits/residential-housing/royal-homes-wimbledon

The Royal Star & Garter homes

Provide excellent nursing and care within a friendly, supportive environment. The staff encourage and maintain strong military links because this is incredibly important to many within the ex-Service community. Currently in Solihull and Surbiton and they’re looking to establish a third home in High Wycombe.

Visit website: https://www.starandgarter.org/our-homes

The Sir Oswald Stoll Foundation

Provides housing and support to vulnerable and disabled ex-Service men and women.

Visit website: https://www.stoll.org.uk

Trinity House

Trinity House provides 18 almshouses in Walmer, Kent, for the welfare of aged mariners and dependants www.trinityhouse.co.uk/supporting-seafarers/almshouses.

Visit website: https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/supporting-seafarers/almshouses

By scrolling down you will find details of organisations which can help with:

Mental Health & Stress
Physical Health
Support for Carers
Addictions
Emotional Support, Self Esteem and Abuse
For Armed Forces Personnel, Families or Siblings in need of Emotional Support
Learning New Skills
Legal Advice

Mental Health & Stress

Combat Stress

For almost a century, we’ve helped former servicemen and women deal with issues like trauma, anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Today, we provide support to veterans from every service and every conflict. On the phone and online. In the community and at our treatment centres.

Telephone helpline offering 24/7 support and advice for serving and former Military personnel, their families and Carers:
Telephone: 0800 138 1619
Text: 075 374 047 19
Email: Helpline@combatstress.org.uk

Visit website: https://www.combatstress.org.uk/

Samaritans

Can offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. Offering round the clock support.
Telephone 116 123

Visit website: https://www.samaritans.org/

Together All

You are able to share what’s troubling you anonymously 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s free for serving personnel, veterans, family members and carers.

Visit website: https://togetherall.com/en-gb/

MIND

Provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.

Visit website: https://www.mind.org.uk/

Anxiety UK

Is committed to raising awareness and understanding. You can also view support information and get advice from their website.

Visit website: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/

Counselling Directory

Can help you find advice and guidance for mental health and stress related issues, including a concise directory on local support.

Visit website: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk

Physical Health

Breast Cancer Haven

The Breast Cancer Haven is a national charity offering free emotional, physical and practical support to anyone affected by breast cancer, from its centres across the country.

Visit website: https://www.breastcancerhaven.org.uk/

Prostate Cancer UK

Provides a range of information and support services. All services are open to men, their family and their friends. From the website you can read reliable and up-to-date information about prostate cancer and prostate problems as well as download or order any publication. If you have questions or want to talk, their Specialist Nurses are here for you.

Visit website: https://www.prostatecanceruk.org/

Alzheimer’s Society

Giving you information about dementia and finding support near you.

Visit website: http://www.alzheimers.org.uk

Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation

The QEF works with people with physical and learning disabilities or acquired brain injuries to gain new skills and increase independence.

Visit website: https://qef.org.uk

NHS

The NHS provides useful information regarding help for veterans and forces personnel and includes handy Q&A pages which could support your needs and answer your questions. You can also find out about diabetes and the importance of exercise in later life. In addition, NI Direct and NHS Choices offer advice and support for those caring for disabled parents.

Visit website: https://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/Militaryhealthcare/Pages/Militaryhealthcare.aspx

Royal British Legion Industries

The RBLI supports forces personnel with health concerns and more specifically, anyone who has been in regular military service, including national service, and who may be suffering with arthritis, could benefit from a special hip and knee assessment service.

Visit website: https://www.rbli.co.uk/housing-and-care

Macmillan cancer support

Offers advice and help for people with cancer and those caring for those with the disease. They include information on local support groups and online help communities.

Visit website: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/

The British Heart Foundation

Is an organisation dedicated to supporting those living and coping with the effects of heart conditions. They offer an array of information and support services.

Visit website: https://www.bhf.org.uk/

Stroke Association

Provides information and support for people who have suffered a stroke as well as those who are supporting loved ones coping with the effects of a stroke. They offer many supporting documents and online help tools.

Visit website: https://www.stroke.org.uk/

Defence Medical Welfare Service

The DMWS help people during their most critical time of need. Providing a high-quality medical welfare service to those who serve the nation and the community when they are in the patient care pathway, in order to deliver capability and productivity.

Visit website: https://www.dmws.org.uk/support-to-organisation

Support for Carers

Age UK

Provide a great deal of information to support carers, particularly those looking after the elderly.

Visit website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/care/helping-a-loved-one

Friends of the Elderly

Provide a great deal of information to support carers, particularly those looking after the elderly.

Visit website: http://www.fote.org.uk/

The Carers Trust

Offer information, guidance and support for carers and offer information for carers through their channels.

Visit website: https://carers.org/section/help-advice

Carers UK

Offer information, guidance and support for carers and offer information for carers through their channels.

Visit website: https://www.carersuk.org

The Princess Royal Carers Trust

Work to improve support, services and recognition for anyone living with the challenges of caring (unpaid) for a family member or friends.

Visit website: https://carers.org/partner/princess-royal-trust-carers-hampshire

The Royal British Legion

The RBL offers advice and support for the carers of forces personnel.

Visit website: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-support/respite/break-centres/

Age Action Alliance

Gives advice and valuable tips for carers from top healthcare professionals.

Visit website: http://ageactionalliance.org/

Addictions

Alcoholics Anonymous

Is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.

Visit website: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/

Gamblers Anonymous

If you have an addiction to gambling and require support, they offer useful support and advice.

Visit website: https://www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk/

NHS

The NHS offer sound advice for people who need general help with hoarding disorders.

Emotional Support, Self Esteem and Abuse.

Visit website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hoarding-disorder/

Rehab 4 Addiction

Rehab 4 Addiction was founded to assist those affected by substance misuse and their loved ones. We offer a range of services designed to help signpost you to the most effective treatments. This includes alcohol rehab, drug rehab, detox services, intervention, aftercare and outpatient counselling offered by a variety of third-party UK Private Addiction Rehab or NHS/Council-Funded providers.

Visit website: https://www.rehab4addiction.co.uk/

Emotional Support, Self Esteem and Abuse

MIND

Provide useful advice and information on how you can build your self-esteem.

Visit website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/self-esteem/#.WstDPujwaUm

NHS

Provide useful advice and information on how you can build your self-esteem.

Visit website: https://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/mentalhealth/Pages/Dealingwithlowself-esteem.aspx

Youngminds

Is a charity that supports young people and those on whom young people may rely, to build their self-esteem.

Visit website: https://youngminds.org.uk/

For Armed Forces personnel, families or siblings in need of emotional support

Lady Grover’s Fund for Officers’ Families

Lady Grover's Fund is a friendly society that provides support to Officers' dependants during times of illness or convalescence. Supporting with financial needs towards nursing and domestic help, quick and speedy help in an emergency at home and help with high and unexpected financial costs of illness.

Visit website: http://www.ladygrover.org.uk/

Soldiers Sailors Airmen and Families Association

SSAFA offers access to support groups which can help through times of stress and need, such as bereavement.

Visit website: https://www.ssafa.org.uk/

Victim Support

Victim Support can offer emotional support and advice to those affected by crime. Their services are free and available to everyone, whether or not the crime has been reported and regardless of when it happened.

Visit website: https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/help-and-support/how-we-can-help/emotional-support

Learning New Skills

NIDirect

Is part of the Government’s support network and includes advice on learning new skills (such as computers) to ready you for work.

Visit website: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk

Learn Direct

Provides information on training options.

Visit website: http://www.learndirect.com/

AGE UK

Provides information on training options for older people.

Visit website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/work-learning/technology-internet/

The Association of Royal Navy Officers

ARNO is the natural home for naval officers of all ages through their service life and beyond. Whether serving or retired our members across the globe benefit from a network of mutual support and benefits.

Visit website: http://www.arno.org.uk

Royal Marines Association and Charity

Whether you’re just starting out, serving full-time or with the Reserves, preparing for civilian life or already there, belonging to the Royal Marines Association keeps you at the very heart of the Royal Marines Family. We’re the constant thread that runs right through your life, providing camaraderie, support, stability, and practical help.

Visit website: https://rma-trmc.org/

The Royal Naval Association

The RNA is a membership organisation with over 370 branches across the UK and worldwide. Stay connected to the Royal Navy family, receive help when in need and all the while have a great time.

Visit website: https://www.royal-naval-association.co.uk

Naval Families Federation

The NFF offers Royal Naval and Royal Marines' families an independent voice and representation. They also provide support and guidance on the issues affecting daily life that occur due to being part of a Naval Service family.

Visit website: https://www.nff.org.uk

Veterans’ Directory

The Veterans' Directory lists organisations that provide support to veterans of the UK armed forces and their families.

This is the replacement for Veterans' Gateway

Visit website: https://www.gov.uk/support-for-veterans

Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association

SSAFA provides lifelong support to those who are serving or who have ever served in the British Army, the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force, and their families. They offer practical, financial and emotional support to individuals facing issues ranging from financial hardship, homelessness to family breakdown.

Visit website: https://www.ssafa.org.uk

The Royal British Legion

The Royal British Legion provides lifelong support for the Armed Forces community - serving men and women, veterans and their families.

Visit website: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/

In Control

Is a charity working with the Royal Mencap, which has developed a set of fact sheets that may be useful. Although these were put together in the context of people with a learning disability, they apply equally to other people too.

Visit website: http://www.in-control.org.uk

Legal Matters

Citizens Advice Bureau

CAB is a network of 316 independent charities throughout the United Kingdom that give free, confidential information and advice to assist people with money, legal, consumer and other problems.

Visit website: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/

Gov.uk

The Government can also offer advice and information on wills, probate and inheritance.

Visit website: https://www.gov.uk/wills-probate-inheritance

Law Express

Law Express is based in Bristol and is an independent telephone legal advice company providing legal advice and information on a wide range of legal issues. This service is available to a large number of callers each day.

Visit website: http://lawexpress.co.uk/

MacDonald Oates LLP Solicitors

Provides legal advice and services for Wills, Estate Management, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts and TAX planning and Living Wills. MacDonald Oates LLP is delighted to support ARNO members through an exclusive offer of a 25% reduction on standard fees for Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

Visit website: http://www.macdonaldoates.co.uk/

Macmillan

Macmillan cancer support provides advice on writing a will and suggests links to possible companies that can help.

Visit website: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/donate/gifts-in-wills

The Officers Association

The OA may be able to assist you with your options if you require legal support.

Visit website: https://www.officersassociation.org.uk/benevolence/wellbeing/legal-matters

Cruse Bereavement Care

May be able to help if someone you know has died and you need to talk, face to face and group support is available in addition to information and publications.

Visit website: https://www.cruse.org.uk/

Miscarriage Association

If you have been affected by miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy or molar pregnancy, the Miscarriage Association includes resources to support you through this tough time.

Visit website: https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/

Sands

Offer emotional support and information to anyone who has been affected by the death of a baby before, during or shortly after birth.

Visit website: https://www.sands.org.uk/support

Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association

SSAFA provides lifelong support to those who are serving or who have ever served in the British Army, the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force, and their families. They offer practical, financial and emotional support to individuals facing issues ranging from financial hardship, homelessness to family breakdown.

Visit website: https://www.ssafa.org.uk

The Compassionate Friends

Is a charitable organisation that offers support and care to others who have suffered the death of a child/children. They offer support both directly to bereaved families and indirectly by fostering understanding and good practice amongst professionals concerned with child death and by increasing public awareness.

Visit website: https://www.tcf.org.uk/

The Lullaby Trust

The Lullaby Trust raises awareness of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and offers emotional support for bereaved families.

Visit website: https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/

The Royal British Legion

The Royal British Legion provides lifelong support for the Armed Forces community - serving men and women, veterans and their families.

Visit website: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/

Winston’s Wish

Offers support to bereaved children.

Visit website: https://www.winstonswish.org