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AFOS


Based within social housing and registered housing providers, support and guidance is provided by experienced and dedicated staff who themselves have also served in either the British Army, Royal Navy or Royal Air Force.


Having also gone through the transition from Service Person to civilian themselves, affords our team the empathy and understanding of the potential challenges sometimes faced by our veterans, serving reservists, spouses and family members.


We understand the challenges associated with transitioning to civilian life because we too, have experienced them and know what it takes to make that transition as smooth as possible.

WELCOME TO AFOS

Based within social housing and registered housing providers, support and guidance is provided by experienced and dedicated staff who themselves have also served in either the British Army, Royal Navy or Royal Air Force.

2434 members of the Armed Forces Community supported across the North East.

Having also gone through the transition from Service Person to civilian themselves, affords our team the empathy and understanding of the potential challenges sometimes faced by our veterans, serving reservists, spouses and family members.


We understand the challenges associated with transitioning to civilian life because we too, have experienced them and know what it takes to make that transition as smooth as possible.

1956 members of the Armed Forces Community supported across the North East over the last 5 years

About us.

The Armed Forces Outreach Service supports members of the Armed Forces community, including those who have left (regardless of how long ago) or leaving the Armed Forces, regardless of reason for discharge.


The service also offers support and advice to serving reservists and to family members of the above groups.


We can assist with regards with:

  • Housing - Securing and maintaining tenancies, Betterment Moves, Supported Accommodation
  • Employment, Training and Volunteering Opportunities
  • Accessing service charities to relation to clearing rent/council tax arrears, securing white/brown goods
  • Debt Management and cost of living
  • Benefits & Military Pension Advice
  • Fast track Mental Health Referrals for Op Courage and VTILS Support
  • Access to other Local Authority services such as social work, Rent and Income Teams and Council Tax.


We have a point of contact within the different councils and housing providers across Gateshead, Newcastle and County Durham.

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I couldn’t have done it without your help, I’m glad this help now exists for Veterans. It’s a weight off my shoulders and one less stress, I highly recommend your service. I would like to thank you for your efforts in helping me to achieve what my family and I needed.

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A comment from a veteran who has used the service.

Have a question?

Whenever you need us, we’re here for you and answer any question you might have.


We look forward to hearing from you. 

Contact Us

As well as directly supporting members of the Armed Forces community, we refer clients to other specialist organisations we work in partnership with, meaning we can deal with a range of queries.

Support & Advice

As well as directly supporting members of the Armed Forces community, we refer clients to other specialist organisations we work in partnership with, meaning we can deal with a range of queries.

Support & Advice

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