PTSD
Are we prepared for the fall-out of war? 220,000 veterans live in Wales. Many settle back in to civilian life, but some struggle, and the mental wounds of war can take their toll. Eye On Wales asks if enough is being done to help veterans who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Last updated: 24 June 2012
If you are a veteran suffering from PTSD, or know someone who might be, the following organisations can help:
Aims to improve the mental health and well-being of veterans living in Wales, through the development of sustainable, accessible and effective services that meet their needs.
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Offers counselling, financial assistance and support to Service personnel and their families.
Call: 08457 725 725
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The UK's leading military charity specialising in the care of Veterans' mental health for service personnel, ex-service personnel and their families and carers. If you have trouble sleeping, get flashbacks, feel depressed, get anxious sometimes, or just feel that something's not quite right, you can get in touch.
Call: 0800 138 1619
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The national charity for those who serve in our Armed Forces, veterans and the families of both. Their commitment is to provide a lifetime of support to anyone who has ever served. They facilitate a number of support groups including the Bereaved Families Support Group, Families of Injured Service Personnel, Bereaved Siblings Support Group and Forces Additional Needs & Disability Forum.
Call: 0845 1300 975
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SSAFA Forces Help also operates Forcesline, a confidential helpline that is totally independent of the military chain of command and is accessible through free phone numbers from anywhere in the world. The service provides a supportive, listening and signposting service for serving personnel and their families as well as former members of the Armed Forces.
Call: 0800 731 4880
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Supports the Armed Forces 24 hours a day by provision of a welfare service offering practical and emotional support to hospitalised members of the Armed Forces and their dependant relatives at home and abroad - including in areas of conflict.
Call: 0207 583 7759
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Provides lifetime support to serving soldiers and veterans alike. For the last 67 years, The Soldiers' Charity has stood by Soldiers, whether in conflict or in peacetime by making grants to individuals in need - within 48 hours if necessary - as well as other Service charities.
Call: 0845 241 4820
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