Armed Forces & Veterans

Dedicated support for serving personnel, veterans and military families navigating SEND, transition and everyday life — from a team that understands the unique challenges of forces life.

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Armed Forces & Veterans

Military life brings unique pressures — frequent relocations, deployment, transition to civilian life, and navigating SEND systems that change with every posting. At NDC, many of our team have lived experience of forces life, so we understand these challenges first-hand.

Our armed forces programme provides peer-led support, practical guidance and a genuine community for serving personnel, veterans and their families — whether you’re based in Catterick, Windsor or anywhere in between.
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Tailored to Forces Life

Every forces family’s situation is different. Whether you’re dealing with SEND assessments mid-posting, supporting a child through yet another school move, or navigating the transition out of service — we meet you where you are and build support around your specific circumstances.
  • SEND Navigation: Help with EHCPs, school placements and local authority processes — especially when you've just been posted to a new area
  • Peer Support Groups: Connect with other forces families who understand the lifestyle, the moves and the pressures
  • Transition Support: Practical guidance for veterans and those leaving service, including employment support and accessing civilian services
  • Wellbeing & Mental Health: Safe spaces to talk, decompress and access signposting to specialist support
  • Family Activities: Inclusive sessions for the whole family — building connections and reducing isolation
  • Armed Forces Covenant Support: We're a Covenant-friendly organisation and can help you access the support you're entitled to
Promotional poster for NeuroDiverse Community CIC titled “Armed Forces Families Support.” It advertises tri-service support for Army, RAF, Navy, veterans and families, offering practical guidance during moves, transitions and settling into a new area. The poster includes images/icons representing the Army, RAF, Navy and families. It says support is available for moving and relocation steps, what to do when posted to a new area, school, EHCP and local support transitions, consultations and practical guidance, and ongoing support for veterans and families. Consultation and support starts from £45. Contact details shown are info@neurodiverse-community.co.uk and 01325522362.
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Our Approach

At NDC, our armed forces support is shaped by lived experience of military life. We use practical, peer-led methods to help forces families navigate SEND, transition and everyday challenges — at their own pace.
  • SEND Navigation: Guidance on EHCPs, school placements and local authority processes — especially when you've just been posted to a new area
  • Peer Support Groups: Connect with other forces families who understand the lifestyle, the moves and the pressures
  • Transition Support: Practical help for veterans and those leaving service, including employment guidance and accessing civilian services
  • Wellbeing & Mental Health: Safe, confidential spaces to talk, decompress and access signposting to specialist support
  • Armed Forces Covenant: We help you understand and access the support you and your family are entitled to
  • Family Activities: Inclusive sessions that bring families together, build connections and reduce isolation
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Groups

Our Sessions and Support

Forces Families Drop-In

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Informal sessions for military families to connect, share experiences and access SEND advice in a relaxed setting.

All ages · Catterick & Windsor

Veterans Peer Support

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A safe, confidential group for veterans to talk openly about transition, wellbeing and navigating life after service.

Ages 18+ · In-person & Online

SEND & Posting Support

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One-to-one guidance for families dealing with SEND assessments, school moves and EHCP transfers between local authorities.

All ages · In-person & Online

Family Activity Sessions

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Inclusive, fun sessions for the whole family — building confidence, connections and community.

All ages · Catterick & Windsor

Looking for more?

Below are some of the organisations who work with the MOD to support serving, reserve, cadet, veterans and MOD families

Army Carers

Army Carers Network (Army Carers Net) was established to support serving Army personnel who have caring responsibilities, including those caring for family members with SEND, disabilities, mental health needs, acute or chronic illness, or other additional needs. The network provides a community where serving carers can connect with others who understand the challenges of balancing military service with caring responsibilities, access advice and support, and be signposted towards relevant Army, MOD and external services. It also has links with wider Defence networks including the Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum (FANDF) and CANDID, helping to strengthen awareness and support for carers across Defence.

Army Supportability Additional Needs and Carers Guide
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Defence Dyslexia Network (DDN) is a lived-experience-led network supporting serving Armed Forces personnel, MOD civil servants and veterans who are dyslexic, think they may be dyslexic, or are neurodivergent. The network works to improve understanding of dyslexia across Defence, challenge misconceptions, share experiences and promote more inclusive working and learning environments. It also helps individuals connect with information, peer support and routes to appropriate workplace or educational support, while advocating for greater awareness and recognition of the strengths that dyslexic and neurodivergent people bring to Defence.

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