A veteran is anyone that has completed one or more days service in the Armed Forces, this includes reserve services, national service and those who have served in the RFA (Royal Fleet Auxiliary) and Merchant Navy.
The hub is run by veterans and their families for veterans and their families and works with a range of organisations in the city to shape better pathways and provides:
- Social activity
- Peer support and mentoring
- Information, advice, and guidance for the following:
- Employment
- Housing Support
- Mental Wellbeing
- Unpaid Carers Support
- Welfare Benefits
The hub works, with local health service partners, to help veterans get the support that they are entitled to under the military covenant.
If you are in need of any of the support above you can visit our drop in or complete the registration form and one of the team will contact you.
Accessing support and activities
Drop In
We run a drop in system for support Monday to Thursday 10:00 to 13:00.
Appointments are available outside of these times on request, please complete the registration form below form and a member of the team will call to arrange this.
Our weekly Brew and Banter is held at Union Rooms Plymouth Fridays 10:30 to 12:00. Join us for a cuppa some banter meet new friends and possibly some old friends to, There is no requirement to book for this activity.
BINGO
Join for a monthly session of bingo (over 18's) held at Ernest English House on the first Wednesday of the month, eyes down for 18:00
A suggestion donation of £2 is requested for this event.
FISH AND CHIPS
This event is very popular and we are limited on space, pre booking is essential, held at Ernest English House on the third Wednesday of the month starting at 17:00.
A suggestion donation of £7 is requested for this event. This includes fish chips and mushy peas (alternatives are available) tea coffee and a small desert
Please contact the hub on 01752 241057 to book your meal choice.
VETERAN CARERS SUPPORT GROUP
Held at Ernest English House on the first Thursday of the month, 13:30 to 15:30
Caring can be very isolating and our carers drop-in/ support groups are intended to be a venue in which carers can meet with other carers, gain support, gather information and seek advice as well as having time away from their caring role(s).
There is a member of the team present at every meeting as there may be times when you want to talk to someone who understands the pressures of being a carer or you may want practical advice or support to help you cope.
Tea, coffee, biscuits and a friendly face will always be available for anyone who needs information, emotional or practical support, or simply feels the need to have a chat.
VETERAN MENS SHED
Held at Ernest English House on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 15:00 to 18:30
Veterans Men's Shed in partnership with Royal British legion.
Come and join other male veterans with our offer of small project builds, painting and support for the local community all abilities welcome. If your not the DIY type we have many offers within our shed please ask for more information.
(A woman's shed start date TBC.)
Volunteer for us
We are looking for individuals who are currently serving, a veteran or a family member to support the development of our new and exciting service within the city which supports veterans and their families. Whether you have a couple hours or a couple of days spare we would love to hear from you.
