DMWS’s Northern Ireland Wellbeing Service supported by The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - DMWS
DMWS are grateful to have been awarded a 3 year grant from The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust to support our Northern Ireland Wellbeing Service.
The grant will allow DMWS will support veterans and their families in Northern Ireland with mental health conditions and worries from more complex issues including PTSD through to isolation and anxiety. Our support will access mental healthcare pathways and offer immediate support to help build better lives for those with a military connection.
This grant has been awarded under the AFCFT’s Fulfilling Futures grant programme.
Abby Dryden, Chief Executive at DMWS, says “We are incredibly grateful for the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust’s support. This funding will enable DMWS to deliver services supporting better health outcomes for veterans and their families as well as enabling ongoing collaboration with key partners. We are proud to be able to offer this service and to be there for members of the Armed Forces Community when they need us.”
DMWS are proud to be able to continue to support our Armed Forces Community in Northern Ireland. Thank you to The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust for making this possible.
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To access this service, please email referralsNI@dmws.org.uk.
Our support is available for tri-service serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and family members/carers.
Notes to Editors:
About Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS)
Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) is an independent charity providing medical welfare to those who have, and continue to, operate on the frontline. We place trained professional welfare officers in locations throughout the UK and Cyprus to deliver much-needed additional support for those who are on the clinical pathway. DMWS is committed to providing the highest level of welfare support to those in need, promoting their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
Whether it is a new or pre-existing issue, our service is for anyone undergoing treatment for a health-related issue. By providing support in a range of settings, our staff are committed to promoting and preserving the health and wellbeing of those who have dedicated their lives to serving our communities. In addition, they are committed to enabling them to reach their full potential. This can speed up discharge from hospital, help patients recover more quickly, and reduce the likelihood of readmission or the need for onward referral.
DMWS has a long and proud history of supporting the military in times of need, offering expert help and advice to those affected by health-related issues. Through its comprehensive services and outstanding dedication, DMWS has become an integral part of the armed forces community, offering invaluable support to the armed forces community at their critical time of need.
More can be found out on our website at https://dmws.org.uk
Published: 19th March, 2025