Veterans' support

Assisting veterans and their families with support and advice on employment, health, debt and housing

Royal British Legion

In these unprecedented times the monthly veterans' drop in service at Folkestone Town Hall has stopped operating.

The Royal British Legion are working hard to support The Armed Forces Community. You can discover how they can can help you to receive the support you need to lead a dignified and fulfilled lives.

 Get in touch with RBL now

Or you can call 0808 802 8080 (8am - 8pm, seven days a week) 

RBL Local branch - Cheriton

SSAFA 

SSAFA The UK's oldest national tri-service military charity are continuing to provide emotional, practical and financial support to the Forces family during the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown.

The local branch information can be found at: SSAFA Kent or you can call 020 8895 6716 (Monday to Friday 9am - 17:00)

Get help from SSAFA

If you need practical support, such as shopping, prescriptions, or just a friendly chat, please see the support available via one of the Folkestone & Hythe District Community Hubs

Information on monthly Veteran Breakfast Club

Veterans ID Cards

They will be provided to service leavers.  Veterans will be able to apply for a card that will easily and securely prove they served in the UK Armed Forces so they can access the services they need and access a range of benefits. 

New veterans ID cards rolled out to service leavers

What is The Veterans' Gateway?

The Veterans' Gateway provides a single point of contact for veterans seeking advice and support. The service has a network of over 30 expert partners, and can help in a number of areas, including:

  • Housing
  • Employment
  • Finances
  • Living independently
  • Mental wellbeing
  • Physical health
  • Families and communities

Who is part of the Veterans' Gateway?

Veterans' Gateway is made up of a group of organisations and Armed Forces charities, including The Royal British Legion, SSAFA - the Armed Forces charity, Poppyscotland, Combat Stress, and service provider Connect Assist.

Funded by The Armed Forces Covenant, this is the first time a group of this kind has come together formally to deliver a service to help the Armed Forces community.

How can I access the Veterans' Gateway?

There are five main ways to contact Veterans' Gateway, with advisors available 24 hours a day, seven days a week - many of whom are veterans themselves:

  1. Call the helpline around the clock on 0800 802 1212
  2. Visit the Veteran's Gateway for a host of self-help information and partner information
  3. Text them on 81212
  4. Live chat with an advisor online - you'll find this on the website
  5. Submit a query to the Veteran's Gateway

Contact for the armed forces