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.

Invictus Team UK 2025

RBL and the Ministry of Defence are supporting 62 wounded, injured and sick serving personnel and veterans, plus their friends and family, to compete at the seventh Invictus Games in Canada which will feature winter sports for the first time.

Who we help

We're here to help our Armed Forces community. Our support starts after one day of service and continues through life, long after service is over.

Disabled facilities grants (DFGs)

Discover what is a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), what support is available, and how DFG could help disabled veterans live independently.

Recovery Services

Adaptive sports, adventurous training, theatre and art are all ways the RBL support veterans and serving military personnel to overcome barriers and challenges encountered as a result of injury or illness.

Our Care Homes

We have six care homes across the country for the Armed Forces community and their families, including five with specialist dementia care.

Financial Support

We’re here to help ease the burden of financial pressures and transition into civilian life for the Armed Forces community.

Social Support

Break Centres

The Royal British Legion’s Board of Trustees has confirmed that the charity has taken the difficult decision to cease operating its much loved break centre service.