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Armed Forces Covenant Positive Pathways Programme
Do you support veterans? Do you have an idea for an activity that will help and improve the health and wellbeing of veterans? Are a registered charity or community interest company? If so applying for a grant from the Armed Forces Covenant Positive Pathways Programme might be f... Read more
Soldiering On Award Winner is A Real Inspiration
The Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) Welfare Officer Nathan Cumberland wins the Inspiration Award in the 2019 Soldiering On Awards. This prestigious military awards recognises the outstanding achievements of service personnel, both individuals and groups that support the armed forces commu... Read more
Defence Medical Welfare Service Team Achieves Runner-up in the PEN National Award!
DMWS are delighted to announce that the charity has been awarded runner-up in the Partnership Working to Improve the Experience category. The DMWS South Project was recognised for its work in a special awards event, sharing their inspiration and experience with fellow nominees. Read more
Soldiering On Award Winner and Finalist Three Years In A Row
The Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) has been shortlisted for a third year running as a finalist in the 2019 Soldiering On Awards. The prestigious military awards recognise outstanding achievements of service personnel, and individuals and groups that support the armed forces community. Read more
DMWS CEO Visits Stanford Hall
DMWS Chief Executive Paul Gaffney met with Teresa Griffiths OBE ARRC Commanding Officer DMRC, to visit and see first-hand the amazing new premises. The state-of-the-art facility has been built within the grounds of Stanford Hall, and is currently providing clinical rehabilitation to military service... Read more
Defence Medical Welfare Service shortlisted for PEN National Award!
The Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) has been shortlisted in the Patient Experience Network (PEN) National Awards. The charity, which provides an independent face-to-face medical welfare service to the Armed Forces Community whenever they are receiving medical treatment; is a finalist in the... Read more
Scottish Veterans Minister Meets Military Veterans Project Making Positive Changes
In a visit led by the Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) team, Scottish Veterans Minister Graeme Dey met with attendees of Ayrshire Veterans Breakfast Club, at the Melbourne Café, followed by a visit to the Unforgotten Forces consortium at Poppyscotlands Head Office in Kilmarnock. Read more
Royal Patron Hosts DMWS Charity Dinner
HRH The Countess of Wessex GCVO, hosted a 75th Anniversary Fundraising Dinner in aid of the Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS). Read more
DMWS Team Wins NUH Honours 2018
NUHonours Awards are one of the ways Nottingham University Hospital say thank you and recognises the exceptional contribution and hard work of staff who make up Team NUH. Read more
Achieving Gold – HRH The Earl of Wessex Awards DMWS
Prince Edward and the Defence Secretary, the Rt Hon Gavin Williamson CBE MP presented special awards to organisations that support the armed forces and their families by offering training, work placements and employment. Read more
DMWS Participate in the Muster during the Festival of Remembrance
This year DMWS Professional Standards Manager, Elaine Crawforth; and Welfare Officer, John Walker were honoured to be selected to represent the charity during the Muster. Read more
General the Lord Dannatt, former Head of the British Army, Visits DMWS
The Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS); has the pleasure of welcoming General the Lord Dannatt GCB CBE MC DL, to our HQ offices in Andover to meet with our team and hear some of the recent thought-provoking and challenging case studies our Welfare Officers have supported. Read more
Reserves and Cadets Honoured by Hampshire’s Lord Lieutenant at Annual Awards Ceremony
Members of the military reserves and cadets have been recognised for their service at a ceremony hosted by Her Majestys Lord-Lieutenants Nigel Atkinson Esq. Read more
Grant from Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity helps DMWS to support the Naval community
a substantial grant has been awarded to DMWS to support serving Royal Navy and Royal Marines, Veterans and families who are receiving medical treatment. Read more
Mental Health Awareness Saves Lives
Today, on World Mental Health Day, we share a personal letter sent to our Mental Health First Aid Training Manager, which shows how Awareness around Mental Health can save lives. Read more
The power of collaboration; veterans share their stories of receiving DMWS support
Edinburgh Castle opened its doors to DMWS service users, other beneficiaries and influencers to attend a unique Caring for those who Serve Dinner to raise awareness of the Charity. Read more
75 Years On: The Welfare Officers Supporting Veterans in Scotland
Watch the Forces News reports on the support DMWS Welfare Officer Emma Gration provides to older veterans, their family and carers in Ayrshire. Read more
Mental health ‘first aid’ course to help ex-service community
THE mental health needs of Guernseys unknown number of servicemen and ex-servicemen must be addressed with greater precision. Read more
Welfare Officer’s Garden Makeover revealed
Inspirational DMWS Welfare Officer's garden makeover has finally been revealed on ITV's Love Your Garden with Alan Titchmarshs creating a garden to be enjoyed for years to come. Read more
AF Covenant Gold Employer Recognition Scheme Award
Alongside 50 other organisations, DMWS was honoured to receive notification of our Gold Award 2018 President of the South East Reserve Forces & Cadets. Read more
Attending Armed Forces Days around the country
Our Welfare Officers have attended several Armed Forces Days around the country to show their appreciation for the work of our Armed Forces and inform the community of the medical welfare service we provide to them. Read more
Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire continues to support DMWS
Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire, Nigel Atkinson and his wife Christine Atkinson visit DMWS and continue to show a real interest in our charitable work of supporting those who serve when they suffer from ill health. Read more
A successful anniversary for the Unforgotten Forces project
The Unforgotten Forces project has benefited over 2,000 older veterans, their family members and carers in Scotland since its launch a year ago. DMWS is very proud to be part of this fantastic project Read more
Hot off the press: DMWS 2017/2018 Impact Report
The latest Defence Medical Welfare Service Impact Report has arrived. In it you will find the latest facts & figures, service overview, insights and case studies. Read more
Arctic Convoy veterans pay tribute to fallen comrades
A trio in their ninties attended a special annual ceremony to commemorate the Russian Arctic Convoys of the Second World War. DMWS Welfare Officer Andy was proud to accompanied the veterans on this special occasion made possible by the Unforgotten Forces Project. Read more
Team DMWS did it the Great Glen Way
A DMWS Welfare Officer, Emma Gration put her best paddle forward to take in some of Scotlands most stunning scenery to complete the Great Glen Canoe Trail, raising funds for charity. Read more
Former Lieutenant Commander speaks about DMWS support
Matt Kiernan speaks about his experience of working with DMWS in his role as the Senior Nursing Officer for Mental Health in the Royal Navy as well as receiving support when he was critically ill. Read more
DMWS proud winner of the Soldiering On Award 2018
DMWS has been awarded this years Soldiering on Award in the International Award category recognising the Charity's support to the Armed Forces community in the UK and abroad. Read more
DMWS meet MPs at Westminster
DMWS meets MPs, Councillors and representatives from charitable organisations at Portcullis House to highlight the current work and vision for the future. Read more
TV team transform war hero’s garden
Welfare Officer Nathan receives an unexpected surprise by Alan Titchmarsh and his ITV 'Love your Garden' team. His garden makeover will be revealed in July 2018. Read more