About us

Who we help

At Help for Heroes, we believe every member of the Armed Forces community deserves the chance to live well after service. 

Transitioning to civilian life can be tough, so we provide tailored support for physical and mental health, welfare, and social needs—for veterans and their families. We also help those who served under UK Command, like translators and journalists.

Since 2007, we’ve supported over 30,000 people to live well after service.

How we help

There are several strands to the support we offer - 

Physical healthcare support

Our nurses and occupational therapists help ill and injured veterans get the treatment they need. A veteran's injury or illness doesn't need to be related to their time in service.

Mental health counselling

We have a team of mental health professionals who provide support carefully tailored to each veteran or family member who needs them. 

Financial grants

If a veteran has an injury or illness that’s making life difficult, we can provide grants to pay for home modifications, medical devices or access to care. During the cost-of-living crisis, we've helped veterans and their families facing financial challenges, meet the cost of food and energy bills.  

Sport and social activities

We run a wide range of sporting and social activities across the UK so veterans and families can spend time together, have fun and be active. Our sport sessions are inclusive and adaptive for people of all abilities. 

Welfare support

We help veterans and families who are struggling with their finances and living arrangements. This could include helping people work out what benefits they’re entitled to, or helping people apply for the War Pension. 

Recovery College

Our free online courses give people the knowledge and skills to make lasting improvements to key areas of their life. Courses cover topics such as financial well-being, pain management, nutrition, dealing with anger, and how to get a good night's sleep.

Support for families

Because we know that families find the transition to civilian life tough, we offer widespread welfare, mental health and social support to families too.

We work closely with the UK Government, devolved administrations, local councils, and other military charities to deliver a more effective and efficient support network for our service leavers. 

If you or someone you know served and you think we can help, get in touch today. You’ve got nothing to lose, and everything to gain.

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