Hampshire Hospitals joins partnership to help armed forces

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, and veteran support charities, Royal British Legion, Walking with the Wounded, SSAFA, and Royal Air Force Association, have joined forces to improve services for veterans, serving personnel and their families.

Backed by the Armed Forces Covenant, the partnership promises to those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces and their families that they are treated fairly, and not disadvantaged in accessing public services.

Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust runs Basingstoke, Andover and Winchester hospitals.Andy Hyett, chief operating officer at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, said: "We’re really pleased to be working more closely with our valued partners and these wonderful charities as part of our continued commitment to supporting our Armed Forces community.

"Our collaborative work in this area is not just about meeting obligations; it’s about showing gratitude, respect, and solidarity with those who have given so much for their country and here at Hampshire Hospitals we’re really pleased to be able to play our part alongside these valued partners."

The trust has been awarded Veteran Aware accreditation for the second year running.

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is focusing on housing support, recognising that stable accommodation is key to health and wellbeing for veterans.