AFCP is a dedicated mental health and wellbeing support programme for the Armed Forces community (including service personnel, veterans, reservist, cadet force adult volunteers, their partners and children. Offering group support, practical strategies, one-to-one assessment and guidance, and tailored resources to empower individuals and families to navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and foster recovery within the community.

 

The Programme offers:

  • An initial assessment to establish mental health support needs, existing social network, and the best way to support them to achieve the identified goals
  • A Wellbeing Programme that empowers participants with coping strategies, stress management techniques, and tools for improving mental health. Delivered in group settings, it promotes peer learning and shared experiences.
  • Group and 1-1 support
  • Tailored information and signposting to supportive services
  • Workshops and volunteering opportunities
  • Peer Groups and family events reduce isolation by creating safe spaces for social connection and shared understanding, reinforcing a sense of community.
  • Family-focused interventions, offering tools to better manage stress, build stronger relationships, and promote wellbeing. By engaging families together in group sessions and family activities, it will foster a sense of unity and support, reducing isolation.
  • To support this programme 2 Armed Forces Champions from Havering council/NHS and DWP will be available for advice on site during the programme to offer Employment, pensions, rehabilitation and Housing support with a cup of coffee/tea to identify and resolve issues and concerns.

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