National Health Service interventions in England to improve care to Armed Forces veterans
This paper explores the healthcare needs of veterans and how NHS interventions can improve veteran care and meet their needs.
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Pathways into Mental Health Services for UK Veterans
This report provides details of the statutory provision of mental healthcare in the UK which is funded by the NHS or devolved Governments.
Trauma in Mind: Addressing High Intensity needs of veterans and family members affected by mental health-related trauma
Alongside Transition, Intervention and Liaison Services (TILS) and Complex Treatment Services (CTS) NHS England and NHS Improvement are developing High Intensity Services (HIS), and we need to ensure that these vital services come together …
Coming soon: NHS Armed Forces Families Engagement
This engagement will offer a great opportunity to inform the NHS about how it can improve care and support for armed forces families in England. The NHS is listening to …
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Defence personnel NHS commissioning bi-annual statistics: financial year 2020/21
This report details the number of serving UK Armed Forces personnel and civilian personnel with a Defence Medical Services registration.
Armed Forces Personnel in Transition – Integrated Personal Commissioning for Veterans (IPC4V)
This document provides a framework for effectively planning and delivering personalised care in line with the health commitments of the UK’s Armed Forces Covenant.
Utilisation of the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant in NHS Trusts and Clinical Commissioning Groups across England: a freedom of information investigation
This article seeks to explore the UK’s National Health Service provision for veterans and the commissioning of veteran-specific services by Clinical Commissioning Groups.
UK’s NHS long term plan to create ‘national heroes service’ for veterans
Veterans who struggle with civilian life will benefit from new and expanded NHS services, including mental health support, as part of the NHS’ long term plan. A new dedicated crisis …
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NHS Plan To Create ‘National Heroes Service’ in UK
Thousands more veterans who struggle with civilian life will benefit from new and expanded NHS services, including mental health support, as part of the NHS’ long term plan… A new …
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NHS veteran mental health service ‘rebuilding lives’
An ex-soldier shot in the Iraq war has said a new service providing trauma support to veterans will help hundreds “find their place in society”. Since its introduction in April, …
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NHS Healthcare for the Armed Forces – e-Learning for Healthcare
The Armed Forces community comprises current serving personnel, their families, and military veterans and their families; Reservists are considered serving personnel when mobilised or training, and veterans when not carrying …
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Veterans will be offered extra help from the NHS under a national scheme to help them adjust to civilian life
Military veterans will be offered extra help from the NHS under a national scheme to help them adjust to civilian life. GPs are signing up to become “veteran friendly” under …
NHS mental health services for veterans in the UK
Mental illness is common and can affect anyone, including serving and ex-members of the armed forces and their families. While some people cope by getting support from their family and friends, …
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NHS Veterans’ Mental Health Complex Treatment Service
NHS England recently launched the Veterans’ Mental Health Complex Treatment Service (VMH CTS). Informed by the views of veterans and their families, the VMH CTS is an enhanced local community …
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Veterans’ Health Needs Assessment: UK, South West Peninsula
This Health Needs Assessment seeks to understand the health and wellbeing needs of the veteran population in the South West Peninsula (of the United Kingdom) to guide decisions about the …
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NHS England to transform mental health care for military veterans across the country
Hundreds of military veterans are set to benefit from a nationwide scheme to tackle the most complex mental health needs of ex-armed forces personnel, launched today (Sunday) by NHS England. …
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NHS Veterans’ Mental Health Complex Treatment Service – Midlands and East providers announced
NHS England has appointed St Andrew’s Healthcare as the provider for the NHS Veterans’ Mental Health Complex Treatment Service in the East of England and the East Midlands, and Birmingham …
Evidence Base: Employing Members of the Armed Forces in the NHS
This document explores the benefits to employers of employing members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans and reservists, within the NHS. There is existing research from the private sector …
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‘I missed serving my country’: the military veterans joining the NHS
Richard Lloyd had dedicated 28 years to the armed forces when he moved with his family to Cumbria to run a guesthouse. But after four years he found something was …
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Help for Heroes secures inquiry into Veterans Mental Health
The Defence Select Committee has announced it will be scrutinising Veterans mental health support this year, after Help for Heroes raised concerns in November last year. In a letter to …
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Veterans and the ethics of reciprocity in UK primary healthcare
This book chapter raises questions about the provision of healthcare for veterans and the nature and extent of the government’s duty of care to injured ex-Service personnel. This chapter seeks …
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Developing mental health services for veterans in England engagement report
This report explores the need for and engagement with mental health services for veterans within the NHS. The report details the structure of an engagement, including a questionnaire, that was …
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Do Alcohol Misuse, Service Utilisation, and Demographic Characteristics Differ between UK Veterans and Members of the General Public Attending an NHS General Hospital?
The aim of this paper is to provide insights into alcohol misuse within UK veterans to establish whether their usage differs from the general public. This research explores differences in …
Accessing support for sight loss in Scotland
If you have problems with your sight, consider visiting an optician for advice about glasses and contact lenses. Use the NHS Service Finder to locate your local opticians. If you …
Accessing support for sight loss in Wales
If you have problems with your sight, consider visiting an optician for advice about glasses and contact lenses. Use the NHS Service Finder to locate your local opticians. If you …
Accessing support for hearing loss in Scotland
If you’re worried about your hearing, you should visit your GP. They can check your ears and refer you to a specialist if necessary. The NHS offers information and support …
Healthcare in Wales – an overview
If you need to access healthcare advice in Wales, visit the NHS Direct Wales website for information about national and local services. Continue to article
Accessing support for hearing loss in England and Wales
If you’re worried about your hearing, you should visit your GP in England or Wales. They can check your ears and refer you to a specialist if necessary. The NHS …
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Gulf War veterans’ health issues in Scotland
If you served in the First Gulf War, your health may have been affected as a direct result. Contact your GP or visit the NHS Inform website for information on …
Priority healthcare treatment for veterans in England and Wales
The Armed Forces Covenant states that no one who has served in the Armed Forces should face disadvantage and, in specific circumstances, can expect special consideration. UK veterans are entitled …
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