Veterans Service & UF Partner Update

Royal British Legion Admiral Nurse Service

The nurses from the Royal British Legion Admiral Nurse service work in partnership with carers, families and individuals living with dementia. The service offers person-led assessments, psychological support, development and improvement of skills for carers, and more. Call 0808 802 8080 or email ANSupport@britishlegion.oeg.uk for support and information.

Scottish Men's Shed of the Year 

The Scottish Men’s Shed of the Year 2025 winner is Clyde Coast and Cumbraes Men’s Shed. This award was announced at the Scottish Men’s Sheds Association’s National Gathering on October 3rd, where Clyde Coast and Cumbraes team topped the national vote just ahead of St Andrews Men’s Shed and Dalkeith Men’s Shed.
Many congratulations to the shedders!

Digital Veteran Card

Veterans can now apply for and download a secure digital version of the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card via the GOV.UK One Login app. Read more here: Digital version of Veteran Card launched for quicker and easier access to support - GOV.UK

Training & Events

Unforgotten Forces – Awareness Training Schedule

You can still sign up for our free UF awareness training in November and December. We will discuss challenges of ex-Armed Forces personnel as they age, how to identify older ex-Armed Forces personnel and inform attendees about the extra support and opportunities available. Training could be used as an introduction for new staff joining your organisation. Contact Laila Henke at laila.henke@agescotland.org.uk for more information.

Online Learning Courses

Browse Free Courses in Scotland and explore learning on subjects that interest you.

Free training from Vector24

Vector24 is offering free training to the Unforgotten Forces partners. If anyone is interested in completing their one-day Health and Safety Driver Awareness Training, which covers topics such as:

• The legal environment
• Identification
• Assessment and control of hazards
• Defensive driving standards
• Lone working
• First Aid awareness
• Conflict management and workplace stress
• Manual handling awareness
• Disability awareness

Please contact Leon, the director of operations, at leon@vector24.co.uk.

Fire and Ice evening

Join SSAFA colleagues at the London Scottish House for an evening with ‘Project Fire and Ice’, featuring veterans Jason Fox, Aldo Kane, Karl Hinnett, and Brian Wood (MC).
Witness exclusive footage from their epic 514km Arctic Ultra challenge in support of SSAFA. Hear their incredible stories first-hand in a live panel talk, audience Q&A, and raffle.
Happening on the 8^th of December, follow this link for more information: An Evening with Project Fire and Ice - Jason Fox, Karl Hinett, Brian Wood (MC), and Aldo Kane.

Mental Health First Aid Course for the Armed Forces Community

Sign up to Glen MacDonald’s course in Grangemouth on November 24th and 25th to become a qualified MHFAider. Email glenmacdonaldmhfa.afc@outlook.com, or call 07871 250654.…

Funding Opportunities

Scottish Veterans Fund opens

The support fund is now open to applications until 5 December 2025.  The fund has £500,000 allocated to help former Armed Forces personnel. More information can be found here: Scottish Veterans Fund opens - gov.scot

Research & Engagement

Benefits of Military Service report published

Research findings to understand the perceived benefits of military service have been published and can be read here: OUTCOMES study: Investigating the benefits of military Service | Centre for Evidence for the Armed Forces Community.

Study for veterans

A fully online study for veterans exploring higher education, it examines the effectiveness of Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit in supporting veterans across the UK. Click here for more information: TF924 - Mapping Roles and Jobs II Study

The Blue Light Card

A UK-based discount service offering savings on 15,000 partner brands for the Armed Forces (and other services). Find out more here: Blue Light Card | Discounts for NHS & Emergency Services.