In crisis? Find out how you can get urgent support

If you need support urgently or outside of our working hours, please don’t hesitate to contact

SAMARITANS

Freephone their Veterans Support Hub for the military community on 0808 175 3075 (24/7) or email jo@samaritans.org – to access confidential emotional support for feelings of distress, despair or suicidal thoughts.

SHOUT

A crisis text support service for people in the military community who are struggling and need immediate support to get through a crisis. Text CONTACT to 85258. #TextCONTACT85258

NHS 111

To access medical help fast but when it’s not a 999 emergency, telephone 111 (available 24 hours). To access information from the NHS on conditions, treatments, local services and healthy living, visit the NHS website.

COMBAT STRESS

For urgent psychological support, please call 0800 1381619.

SHELTER

For urgent housing support, please call 0808 800 4444.

Who we help

We help veterans, their relatives, serving personnel, reservists, and people who worked alongside the U.K. military to make a success of life in the civilian world. You don’t have to have served in a conflict, and it’s never too late to ask for support.

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How we can help

If you need support with your physical or mental health, feel lonely, or need help with housing, or applying for benefits, just get in touch. We also host free activities and events across the UK so you can spend time with other veterans and find activities to enjoy in your community.

Where do I start?

Help for Heroes cafes

A Help for Heroes café is a great place to start. At these relaxed drop-in sessions you can meet other veterans and families in your area and chat to our team about the support, services and events we offer. No questions asked, no obligation to sign up for anything.

FIND YOUR LOCAL CAFE

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR SUPPORT SERVICES

If you're going through a tough time, we've got you covered. There are lots of ways we can support you and your family. Check out the links below to learn more about the support that's available and how we can lend a hand. 

Services for you and your family

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Ask for help

Life isn’t always straightforward after you leave the Armed Forces. We get it. That’s why, every year, we support thousands of people on their journey to a better future. And we’re here for you, too. To get started, all you need do is submit an online form or call us on our helpline. 

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PHONE OUR HELPLINE

If you'd like to talk to our friendly team, please phone us on 0300 303 9888. We’re available Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.
Calls to this number are charged at your standard network rate.

Help for Heroes is committed to providing excellent service and support to our veteran community, everyone is entitled to be treated respectfully and courteously in a polite manner and we respond professionally and sympathetically to those seeking support. 

We do operate a zero tolerance policy whereby aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated and may result in certain restrictions.

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