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Apr 2024
35m 54s

Growing the Veteran's support service

NSFT COMMUNICATIONS
About this episode

Today, Wayne and experts by experience come together to discuss lessons learnt from previous events the group have attended, past experiences, the growth of the veteran support services and what they've learnt since its beginning. They discuss the next steps for the group, the importance of involving everyone, connecting to veterans and their families and more.


Learn more about the national Op COURAGE service here Mental health support for veterans, service leavers and reservists - NHS (www.nhs.uk)


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