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SSAFA the Armed Forces charity is the national charity that supports the Armed Forces family by providing lifelong support to anyone who is currently serving or has ever served in the British Army, Royal Air Force, Royal Navy or Royal Marines, both regular and reserve, as well as their spouses, ex- spouses and dependants; and widows and widowers.

We CAN help: our network of local volunteers and specialist in-reach caseworkers provide advice and information. Our volunteers can help identify any needs or simply talk through the support that is available. Some typical support includes: verification of service, veterans’ badges, clothing, accommodation costs, essential items, training costs etc., as well as helping families with prison visit travel and expenses. We are linked to many other charities and organisations that we work with to help and support you. We’re here to provide support.

We CANNOT help with cash grants, legal or medical costs. We do not have accommodation, but can provide support and advice in this area if required.

At SSAFA we are committed to providing serving personnel and veterans in custody and their families with support, regardless of how their circumstances may have changed – no one's service is ever forgotten. For those in the criminal justice system we can help:

veterans whilst they are in custody
families of veterans whilst they are in custody
veterans and their families on release
those on community sentences or out on licence

If you are in custody and would like SSAFA’s assistance, please speak to a member of the prison staff or probation staff to find out how to get support from SSAFA’s In-reach service or you can contact SSAFA directly who will be able to organise someone to come and see you.