Resources

Whether you are a Veteran or not, you may like to know more about how the various stakeholders in the Veteran Community who work together to support and assist our veteran community here in Scotland.

This booklet includes details of the Veterans Champions who have been established across Scotland to ensure that those who are serving and have served are not disadvantaged as a result of their service. It also brings together a wide range of help available to both the Veteran Community and those supporting them, the majority of which is available via the Internet. It lists some but not all of the organisations that provide support and advice to the Veteran Community. Additional information is available from the Veterans-Assist website.

The Veterans Scotland Newsletters

Copies of previous Veterans Scotland newsletters are available vai the link here. 

THE ARMED FORCES COVENANT -

A Guide for Local Authorities: How to deliver the Covenant in your area

The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the nation ensuring that those who serve or who have served, and their families, are treated fairly. This commitment is made in recognition of the sacrifices they make on behalf of the country. The Armed Forces Covenant is not designed to give the Armed Forces, Veterans and their families’ preferential treatment compared with other citizens but it should ensure that they get a fair deal and are not disadvantaged because of their Service.

Scotland Guide

This guide has been produced to provide information on a range of topics to consider as you plan for your transition to civilian life in Scotland. It aims to give useful information on the sort of help you available and importantly who can provide it.

The guide was developed as a collaborative effort between Veterans Scotland, Skills Development Scotland and Army HQ Scotland.  Its aim is to provide information to those currently serving in the Armed Forces, Service Leavers and their families who are thinking of settling in Scotland. The Scottish Government aims to make Scotland the destination of choice for service leavers and their families and a great quality of life is certainly here for the taking.

Age Scotland - Information and advice for older veterans

Local Authority Guides

Local Authorities across Edinburgh and the Lothians have now produced their own Armed Forces and Veterans Guides to services and support available within their local authority areas.  Copies of the various guides are listed below and are also available on the relevant local authority websites.

   

Argyll and Bute Council Welcoming our Armed Forces - Information for serving personnel and veterans

Moving from military to civilian life or relocating from one area to another can be challenging for veterans or serving troops and their families. The information provided here offers practical advice, guidance and support.

Additional Information and advise on a range of subjects relating to the Armed Forces and Veterans Community across Argyll and Bute is also available here.

Civilian Life in the Scottish Borders

The Scottish Borders Council have recently re-issued their guide "Civilian Life in the Scottish Borders" which aims to support veterans and their families who already live within the Scottish Borders or are looking to settle within the area.  It looks to give information and advice on a number of areas which may be of interest to the veterans community.  The link below will take you to a PDF version of the document, however copies are available from the Borders Council on request.

Veterans First

A guide for people leaving the Armed Forces in Perth and Kinross.  This has been produced in partnership between Perth & Kinross Council and the local SSAFA branch.  It looks to deliver information about what is available to support our Armed Forces veterans in Perth & Kinross.  If you wish to view the booklet please click on the link below:

Housing Options Scotland

Finding the right home in the right place can be a confusing and stressful experience at any time. It can seem harder when you’re planning to leave the armed forces and facing the uncertainty of transition to civilian life.  Having talked to recent service leavers and their families, Housing Options Scotland have pulled together this information for those who may be thinking of leaving the Armed Forces. We also believe it has relevance to serving personnel and their families too, whatever the stage of your career.  If you are thinking of either buying or renting your first home or if you are confused by the number of incentive schemes to help get on the housing ladder, the booklet contains a lot of useful information.  

Link to Booklet Here >>>>

There is a huge network of organisations supporting the Armed Forces community, so finding the right one for your needs can be tricky.

We make it quick and easy by being your first point of contact for whatever support you need, whether you are based in the UK or abroad.

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Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT)

FiMT have funded a number of reports recently which look at a wide range of subjects relating to transition from service and the support available.  The link below will navigate you to the various reports that have been produce as a result of this funding.  Click here for the link

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