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Can we help?

Can we help you?

If you've served in the Forces for at least seven days, or are the dependant of someone who has served, The Royal British Legion's services are available to help you.

Around 9.5 million people in the UK are eligible for our support and we spend nearly £1.4 million a week helping those in the greatest need.

Need help with compensation?

Poppy Advice

We can help you claim a War Disablement Pension or a War Widow(er) Pension, and can give free representation at War Pensions appeal tribunal hearings.

Bereaved and needing support?

We will remember them

We can help you through an inquest and compensation claim and put you in touch with experts who can provide emotional support.

Worried about money?

Forms

If you're struggling to make ends meet, we can help you to manage your debts, claim benefits and deal with unexpected expenses.

Need a hand around the house?

Poppy Calls van

We provide a free dedicated handyperson service for those unable to carry out small repairs and minor alterations in their homes.

Need to get away from it all?

Poppy Breaks

If you need a break, visit one of our four Break Centres, located in some of the country's most popular seaside resorts. We can also treat your children to an activity break.

Returning to civilian life?

Civvy Street

If you're having trouble finding work our Civvy Street website can give you information and advice on jobs, skills and self-employment.

Do you live abroad?

Overseas Branches

The Legion has 96 branches outside the UK, so if you live abroad you might still be able to access some of our support services.

Looking for a home with care?

Poppy Homes

We provide short and long-term care for ex-Service people and their dependants in our six care homes around the country.

Are you wounded, injured or sick?

Personnel Recovery Centres

We can help you take a holiday or claim benefits, and the Personnel Recovery Centres provide recovery facilities for serving personnel.

Are you leaving Service?

Who we help

We can help you with education and retraining, as well as navigating the benefits and tax credits system to ensure that you get the help you're entitled to.