1. I’m a veteran

    We offer a comprehensive assessment of all mental health needs and related difficulties.

  2. I’m a carer

    We offer consultations to carers to have a space to talk about issues that may be troubling you or you want advice about.

  3. I’m a professional

    We provide advice, training and consultation to professionals and teams in relation to the specific needs of veterans and their families.

  4. Referrals

    We accept self-referrals direct from veterans who live in the Greater London region, or via any professional working with veterans from any organisation.

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Families

We understand that caring for or being a family member of a veteran with mental health problems can be difficult and that partners and families of veterans' face specific challenges.

How we support families

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Service user testimonial

My experience with the service was good, it all went really well. It definitely helped in terms of learning coping skills which has come in handy. And just teaching me how to handle certain situations. I’m finally back at work now as well so that’s been helpful

Our aim is to offer assessment to everyone who refers to the service within 10 working days or 5 working days in urgent need. Recent figures show:

  • 1

  • every veteran referred was 
    contacted within a day

 

  • 8 

  • average number of days
    wait for assessment

 

  • 11 

  • average number of days
    wait for treatment

 

  • 4

  • average number of days wait for
    assessment for those with urgent need

 

Latest news

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New London OpCOURAGE Facebook Group page

The London OpCOURAGE Facebook Group page was made following suggestions by service users and staff to engage with Veterans on Social Media to help build awareness of the service and improve accessibil...

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Support for survivors of rape and sexual assault and abuse

With recent news of the hearing into the tragic death of Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck and the increased focus on sexual assault and abuse in the military, we are aware that this been extremely ...

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Service User Group February 2025

This is an opportunity for service users to give back and take an active role in shaping the future of Op COURAGE, a service for veterans....

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OpFORTITUDE

OpFORTITUDE helps veterans who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness, supporting them either into suitable accommodation, or helping them to maintain their current home.

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OpRESTORE

The Veterans Physical Health and Wellbeing Service.  This brings the service in line with other Armed Forces healthcare services provided by the NHS in England

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OpNOVA

The service helps veterans who are in contact with the justice system by providing emotional and practical support.

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OpCOMMUNITY

We no longer provide OpCOMMUNITY services.

For queries email: opcommunity@dmws.org.uk

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