Veterans Key Facts

Abstract: This document offers some key facts and data about veterans in the UK. It focuses on veterans' employment, health, housing, the justice system and the Armed Forces …

Lives in Transition: returning to civilian life with a physical injury or condition. Interim report.

Summary: This report presents the interim findings of an ongoing project funded by the Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) called Understanding the transition to civilian life for …

Family Force: Supporting families of veterans with a substance use problem (FVSUs)

Abstract: Whilst evidence is strong that some veterans can experience difficulties with substance use after leaving the Armed Forces, exploratory research by the University of …

Forces in Mind Trust 2019 Impact Report

Abstract: This report details the impact of FiMT-funded research and projects for the benefit of the Armed Forces community, including case studies to demonstrate impact.

Veterans Factsheet 2020

Abstract: This document offers some key facts and data about veterans in the UK. It focuses on veterans' employment, health, housing, and the justice system, and provides some …

Military Veteran Reintegration: Approach, Management, and Assessment of Military Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life

Summary: This book offers a toolkit for researchers and practitioners on best practices for easing the reintegration of military veterans returning to civilian society. It lays …

Veterans’ Advocacy and Support Services Scoping Study: A modern professional sustainable service for Australian Veterans and their families

Summary: In response to the several recommendations outlined above, the Department has committed to undertaking this Scoping Study to examine the: range of advocacy and welfare …

Stories & Insights

Summary: The ShoutOUT campaign is the second in a series of initiatives sponsored by Melbourne Legacy through grants provided by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). …

Strategy for our Veterans: UK Government Consultation Response

Summary: This document is the response to the UK Government Consultation Paper, containing a summary of the contributions and the initial action plan to move towards achieving the …

Improving transition out of the Armed Forces: engaging families through behavioural insights

Abstract: Each year, approximately 15,000 Service personnel transition out of the UK Armed Forces.1 Service personnel face a number of challenges after military life- from …

Accommodation for Single Veterans: Developing Housing and Support Pathways

Abstract: This research report focuses on the housing pathways of single veterans, and the role of the veteran accommodation sector within these pathways. It examines the housing …

Developing mental health services for veterans in England engagement report

Abstract: Following conclusion of the engagement on mental health services for veterans, this report analyses the responses and identifies key themes for considering in the …