Posted on: Wednesday 14 June 2023
Torfaen County Borough Council is proud to announce the launch of a new veterans’ support hub which opens in Cwmbran next week, as part of Armed Forces Week 2023.
Torfaen Veterans Support Hub is located at Woodland Road Sports and Social Club and aims to create a secure and inviting space where veterans can connect with fellow individuals who have shared similar experiences.
Open every Wednesday from 10am until 12pm, the hub will offer a wide range of services, including assistance with benefits and housing, access to mental health resources, and opportunities for acquiring new skills.
Armed Forces Week is an annual tribute to the dedicated men and women of the British Armed Forces, celebrated through parades, exhibitions, and concerts held nationwide.
This year Newport will host a military parade for National Armed Forces Day on Saturday 24 June, with both serving members of the forces and veterans taking part.
The parade starts at 10am from the High Street and finishes at John Frost Square, and will be followed by the Red Arrows, who will fly over at 11am.
Councillor Gaynor James, Torfaen Council’s Armed Forces Champion, expressed her delight in the hub's launch, saying: “The launch of this support hub signifies the council's unwavering commitment to supporting and honouring the sacrifices made by our Armed Forces Community.
"We wholeheartedly recognise the ongoing necessity for veterans' support, and this has been demonstrated through initiatives like our Armed Forces Covenant. The Veterans' Support Hub will aspire to provide a valuable resource for the Armed Forces community, acknowledging their past and present contributions to our country.”
For further information about Torfaen Veterans' Support Hub, contact armedforces@torfaen.gov.uk