Armed Forces and veteran advocate

Armed Forces and veteran advocate

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Gloucestershire Carers Hub
#87396
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🌟 Join Us as a Volunteer Advocate for Armed Forces and Veteran Communities! 🌟

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🌟 Join Us as a Volunteer Advocate for Armed Forces and Veteran Communities! 🌟


Are you a passionate individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of our heroes? Did you know that veterans are nearly twice as likely to be unpaid carers? 🤔 We need your help to ensure that no Carer from the Armed Forces and veteran community is left behind! 💪


We are seeking dedicated volunteers to represent and support our Armed Forces and veteran carers at events and meetings. Your role will be crucial in empowering these unsung heroes to reach out for the help they deserve and connect with the Gloucestershire Carers Hub. 🤝


If you have experience in being or working with this community or simply want to lend a hand to those who have served, we invite you to join our mission. Together, we can create a supportive network and ensure that every carer feels valued and heard. ❤️


**Get involved today and help us make a difference!** Your presence can change lives. 🌈✨



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What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra support
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About Gloucestershire Carers Hub

We pride ourselves on providing a person centred approach to any Carer who registers or is referred to us. Our experienced and friendly local team are here for you to ensure you have the support, information and time to think about you.

If you register with the Carers Hub you will have access to free information, guidance, support, to empower you in your caring role. This could help you to meet other carers and to interact with others in a safe space.

The Carers Hub is an easily accessed service where you can gain support, feel valued and offload your worries or concerns.

What help can I get from Gloucestershire Carers Hub?

Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG), from our supportive Triage team
Wellbeing support
Signposting to other services
Contingency Planning Support
Benefits and financial advice
Full carers assessments, support planning and reviews
Access to groups
Training, social gatherings and activities
Access to the Carer Aware Discount Scheme
Professional counselling service
Buddy Up
Employment support
We offer a safe space to talk about you and your caring role, we will work with you to identify how we can support you.