Ex-Military Mental Health Support: How Veterans and Families Can Access Help in Civvy Street

Accessing mental health support after military service can feel overwhelming, with many organisations offering help. This guide simplifies where and how you can access the right mental health support for yourself or your loved ones. Whether you’re a veteran, reservist, spouse, or dependant, support is available 24/7.

NHS Mental Health Services

What is Op COURAGE?

Op COURAGE is an NHS mental health service providing specialist support for transitioning military personnel, reservists, veterans, and their families. It offers three key services:

• Veterans’ Mental Health Transition, Intervention and Liaison Service (TILS)

• Veterans’ Mental Health Complex Treatment Service (CTS)

• Veterans’ Mental Health High Intensity Service (HIS)

How Can Op COURAGE Help You?

These services provide support for a wide range of needs, from military families impacted by mental health problems to advanced conditions and psychological trauma.

Eligibility and Access

• No matter how long ago you left the Armed Forces, you can access help if:

• You are a resident in England.

• You served in the UK Armed Forces for at least one full day.

• You are registered with a GP practice in England.

• You can provide your military service number.

Find out more on the NHS Op COURAGE website.

MOD’s Veteran Mental Health Programme

The Veterans and Reserves Mental Health Programme (VRMHP) provides assessments and treatment advice for veterans and reservists affected by their deployments. Available for those deployed since 1982 (veterans) and 2003 (reservists), the programme works alongside the NHS and Defence Medical Services to ensure tailored support.

Military Service Charities Offering Mental Health Support

Combat Stress

The UK’s leading charity for veterans’ mental health offers round-the-clock phone and online support, alongside community-based and treatment centre care.

Help for Heroes

Their Hidden Wounds Team provides free psychological support for those still serving, veterans, and their families. They also collaborate with the NHS for additional services.

Walking With The Wounded

Working closely with the NHS, they deliver employment, mental health, and care coordination programmes, helping veterans and families rebuild their lives.

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PTSD Services

Specialist organisations provide dedicated support for veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Learn more about symptoms and treatment on the NHS PTSD page.

Other Mental Health Organisations

For those seeking support beyond military-focused charities, organisations like Mind and Samaritans provide advice, helplines, and resources for anyone experiencing mental health issues.

How Troopr Can Help

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