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Care and Caring

We're here to support you, and those you’re caring for

For those in need of care, or providing care for others, we can give guidance & practical support - from access to services, including specialist support for those living with dementia, to care within RBL’s own residential homes.

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Finding service personnel, ex-service personnel, friends and relatives

Check our guide to find information about MOD resources to contact service personnel and other ways to find people online and offline.

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Information and support for the LGBTQIA+ Armed Forces community

Learn about the Pre-2000 ban on homosexuality in the UK Armed Forces and explore resources, guidance, and support for LGBTQ+ service members and veterans.

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Restorative measures for LGBTQIA+ Veterans

LGBTQIA+ veterans can apply for restorative measures. Learn about your rights, eligibility, how to apply, and support from RBL.

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Motability scheme

Need help with mobility? Discover how Motability helps disabled people become more mobile, the eligibility criteria, and how to access this scheme.

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Concessionary passports

If you were born before September 1929, you may be eligible for a free UK passport. Find out all the information for concessionary passport applications.

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Support for carers

As a carer it can be hard to find the time to look after yourself. We're here to support you, and those you’re caring for, to get the help you need.

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Managing childcare and your finances

Worried about how your finances may affect your children? Learn about financial support for childcare costs available to military families and service members.

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Food vouchers for families with young children

Learn what help is available, from food vouchers and grants to purchase healthy food, to equivalent programmes if you are overseas with the Armed Forces.

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Education and support for children of service families

We have explored the challenges Service children face and produced best practice guides looking at ways to support them in school.

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Practical help for bereaved families

We are here to help in any way we can and have provided some guidance to help you deal with the practical impact of losing someone.

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Repatriation following a death abroad

Our guide provides information about repatriation for service personnel and veterans and support for bringing a loved one home after a death abroad.

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Scattering ashes in uk and abroad

Learn different ways to scatter ashes in the UK and overseas, and find some advice and guidance on some of the regulations in the UK and abroad.

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Op NOVA

Op NOVA supports ex-service personnel in England who are in contact with the justice system. Check our guide and learn who Op NOVA supports.

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Repatriation support

Need to move back to or out of the UK? Learn more about Heathrow Travel Care, how referrals work, and how to get help with repatriation.

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The warrior programme

Learn what the Warrior Programme is, its benefits, and discover what courses are available to veterans, serving personnel, and their families.

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