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Use the filter below to view specific support funded by RNRMC, as well as other support provided in the community and useful resources.
RNRMC funded support
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Aggie's Pastoral
Aggie Weston’s has been a trusted source of care and support for Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel and their families since 1876. Offering a listening ear, practical help, and pastoral guidance, Aggie’s is there to provide comfort and encouragement through the unique challenges of military life.From community activities and drop-in centres to confidential one-to-one support, Aggie’s creates a sense of belonging and connection for those serving and their loved ones.Find out about Aggie's Pastoral -
Aggies Storybook Waves
Aggie Weston’s Storybook Waves helps Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel stay connected with their children during periods of separation. By recording themselves reading a bedtime story, parents can provide comfort and reassurance, creating special moments that children can enjoy again and again, even when their loved one is away.This cherished service not only strengthens family bonds but also eases the challenges of separation for both parents and children.Find out about Aggies Storybook Waves -
Albatross Arts CIC
Albatross Arts CIC brings creativity and connection to the forefront, offering inclusive, arts-based activities to improve mental well-being and build community resilience. Specialising in working with military personnel, veterans, and their families, Albatross Arts delivers tailored workshops and projects that inspire self-expression and foster emotional healing.Through visual arts, music, storytelling, and more, Albatross Arts CIC creates safe, welcoming spaces where participants can explore their creativity, share experiences, and build lasting connections.Find out about Albatross Arts CIC -
Defence Medical Welfare Service
The Defence Medical Welfare Service offers professional, compassionate support to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families during times of medical need. Whether in hospital or at home, DMWS’s welfare officers provide practical help and emotional support, ensuring no one faces health challenges alone.
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Home-Start
Home-Start helps Armed Forces families with young children particularly at times of heightened anxieties. These might include key transition points of rebasing, deployment and transition. Volunteers support families who are facing a range of challenges including isolation, as they move away from their existing support networks of families and friends. Some local Home-Starts offer groups where parents and children can meet together. This support is for parents where one or both are serving in the Royal Navy or Royal Marines.
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KIDS
KIDS Charity provides invaluable support for children and young people with disabilities and their families, empowering them to live life to the fullest. With a focus on inclusion and accessibility, KIDS offers tailored services such as specialist playgroups, short breaks, and advocacy, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.Understanding the unique challenges faced by military families, KIDS delivers practical and emotional support, helping families navigate complex systems and access the resources they need.Find out about KIDS
Other support available in our community
Useful resources
- Armed Forces Covenant Services Families leaflet
- Doing Distance – Naval Childrens Charity
- NFF Experiencing Parental Absence
- NFF Families Transition Too
- Month of the Military Child
- Purple Book bereavement guide - GOV.UK
- Royal Navy Family & People Support Information Leaflet
- Supporting Service Children in England
