Veterans First Point is a service designed by veterans, for veterans and is staffed by veterans.
At LAMH we work in partnership with Health and Social Care North Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire Social Care Partnership and Scottish Association for Mental Health to provide this service.
*please note this service is not funded through donations. If you wish to make a donation for this service please contact V1P directly.
Veterans First Point is here to help you, if and when you might need that extra help. We work with you to obtain the right support from those who can best help - when you need it.
Most ex-military personnel make a smooth and successful transition to civilian life - some don't.
Veterans First Point is unique.
We are here for veterans who experience any issues moving from a life in the military to living as a civilian.
If you have served for one day or more in the military, territorials, reserves or merchant navy (in support of military operations), you are a veteran.
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Our team includes staff with personal experience of military life and professionals with extensive experience of working with the welfare and the mental health needs of veterans. We are here to listen, understand and help improve your current situation based around your personal goals.
- Specialist Clinical Staff.
- Veteran Peer Support Workers.
- Connections to specialist support agencies within the local community.
- V1P can provide advice and signposting to specialist organisations ready to help you.
- V1P provides access to evidence based psychological treatments.
- V1P will assist you in accessing community based resources and facilities.
- V1P can help you and will provide links across all the different support organisations.
Convenient self referral and Veterans Access Points are located within North and South Lanarkshire
Veterans First Point administrative base is located in Wishaw town centre
Private appointments can be booked by telephone or email
Families (over 16 only) and partners can also access the service
Website offers information and self help guides, with further contact details www.veteransfirstpoint.org.uk
For enquiries:
0300 303 3051
LanarkshireV1P@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk