The Ripple Pond

The Ripple Pond supports adult family members of physically or psychologically injured UK armed forces personnel and veterans.

• From: Office for Veterans' Affairs
• Published: 12 September 2024

• Health and Social Care: Mental health, Physical health and Social care
• Employment, education and training: Transition support, Career advice and support for jobseekers, Starting a business, Apprenticeships and Education and other training
• Families and children: Support for spouses and families
• Community and social: Leisure activities, Volunteering opportunities and LGBT+ support
• England: North East and Yorkshire, North West, Midlands, East of England, London, South West and South East
• Northern Ireland: North (Coleraine Area), South (Portadown Area), East (Holywood Area) and West (Enniskillen Area)
• Scotland: The Southern Uplands, The Central Lowlands, Grampian Mountains and Northern Highlands, Hebrides and the Northern Isles
• Wales: Mid and West Wales, North Wales, South Wales Central, South Wales East and South Wales West

About The Ripple Pond

The Ripple Pond is a UK-wide charity that provides support services for those connected to the UK armed forces personnel and veterans who have been physically or psychologically injured.

Members include:

• spouses and partners
• parents
• siblings
• chosen family
• extended family members
• friends
• anyone closely connected to someone who has sustained injuries or trauma due to their military service

They offer a safe, confidential space for people to connect with others who have shared similar experiences. Their services include one-to-one support, group meetings and online forums, allowing members to share their stories, seek advice and build resilience through mutual support.

They can provide knowledge and information to help members better understand and navigate the various support systems available. This includes directing to relevant specialist support and services where appropriate.

Additionally, they offer an employment support pathway to help carers enter the workforce or improve their employment situation. This service is delivered in partnership with providers, including The Poppy Factory, and includes career advice, skills development and job placement assistance.

They also collaborate with the NHS and other health providers across the UK, including partnerships with NHS Op COURAGE, to ensure comprehensive support. Through an extensive network, The Ripple Pond fosters a community where every member feels understood, valued and equipped to face the difficulties they encounter.

Get in touch with The Ripple Pond

By phone

Phone: 0333 900 1028
Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 4pm (except public holidays)

By email

Email: help@theripplepond.org

Online

Website: The Ripple Pond

By post

The Ripple Pond
Ground Floor, 66 High Street
Lewes, East Sussex
BN7 1XG

Published 12 September 2024