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March 19, 2024

Defence Victim Witness Care Unit - we stand with victims


A year after its formation, we look at how the Defence Victim Witness Care Unit (VWCU) supports victims and witnesses of serious crime during their journey through the Service Justice System.

Here to support

Whether you’re in the Armed Forces or a civilian, the VWCU is here to support you. If you’ve been affected as a victim or witness of serious crime committed by Service personnel in the UK or abroad, we are here to help.

WATCH: Victim Witness Care Unit – who we are, what we do, and how to contact us

Independent from the Army, Navy, and RAF chains of command, the unit is made up of specially trained civilian Victim Liaison Officers (VLOs) who act as supportive guides throughout the Service Justice System – from reporting a crime, to the investigation, and any subsequent court martial and outcomes.

Each referral to the VWCU is allocated a VLO as their primary contact who will remain with them throughout the process, ensuring they are supported in accordance with the code of practice for victims of crime (JSP 839).

Home-Start South Wiltshire: Would you like some emotional and practical support?



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Amesbury/Boscombe Down: • Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club Brew and Banter - Every Wednesday 1000 - 1245hrs


Please call in for a slice of homemade cake and to support this wonderful group at the Nicolson Community Centre, MOD Boscombe Down.

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Wiltshire: Community First - Volunteers Needed


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Aldershot: Safe Haven NHS



An evening and weekend drop-in service for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or their carer.

Click HERE for more information.

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Hampshire: Home Start support for military families

 


Home Start volunteers help families with children age 0-11 years deal with the challenges they face. They support parents (including military families) to learn to cope, improve their confidence and build better lives for their children.

Click on the QR code to access further information of other areas of support that Home Start can help with.

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Wiltshire: Volunteering with Home-Start South Wiltshire



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Salisbury Plain: Wiltshire Council - Private Fostering


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Wiltshire: Family and Community Learning - general information


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Tidworth: Tidworth Leisure Centre - Lifeguard Recruitment



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