SSAFA Support Groups
Support Group for the Families of Injured Service Personnel (FISP)
This tri-service group offers people the opportunity to meet and talk with others whose relatives have been injured while serving in the Armed Forces. It meets regularly offering mutual support and allowing families to share experiences, information and advice.
Support Group for Bereaved Families
Set up by a group of bereaved families this tri-service group offers people the opportunity to meet and talk with others who have lost a loved one who was serving in the Armed Forces. The group provides mutual support, information and advice and tries to resolve some of the difficulties faced after the death of a family member.
Support Group for Bereaved Siblings
This group supports children and young people who have lost a brother or sister who was serving in the Armed Forces. It meets regularly and offers mutual support aiming to restore confidence through activities and giving young people the chance to talk about their feelings with others who have been through a similar situation.
Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum
The group was set up for Service families who have a family member who has an additional need or disability. It explores the existing support system and provides both families and service providers with an opportunity to discuss how to make sure they can access the best support available. For more information download:
