Armed Forces Community in Hampshire
Who is part of the Armed Forces community?
You are part of the Armed Forces community if you are serving or have served in the Army, Navy or Airforce. The Armed Forces community also includes families and dependents, reservists and veterans. A veteran is defined as anyone who has served in the Armed Forces.
Finding support in Hampshire
Hampshire County Council has strong links with the Armed Forces in Hampshire. We are working together to make sure that the Armed Forces community have access to the help and support they need.
Information and support
Including information about mental health problems, social housing, transport and childcare
Community Covenant
Encouraging all parties within a community to offer support to the local Armed Forces community
Networking and training
Opportunities for Armed Forces welfare professionals and service charity staff
General enquiries and national helplines
For help and advice from Hampshire County Council and the Ministry of Defence
News and events
- Armed Forces Community Covenant Grant Scheme
- Community covenant newsletter
- Veterans Outreach Support service meets at the Royal Maritime Club, Portsmouth: 1400 - 1900, 1st Wednesday of each month
- Heroes Welcome - offering support and recognition for the role of servicemen and women across the County.
Hampshire County Council, The Castle, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8UJ
This page was last updated on 26 February 2013. © Copyright Hampshire County Council 2013.