Support

Primary Welfare for families can be provided by the support of family and friends, work colleagues or healthcare professionals. Family members can also get support from their local community chaplains, Naval Service chaplains or ‘Aggies’ – pastoral workers from the Aggie Weston’s charity, who work within many Royal Navy units and local communities.

We also maintain a network of community centres located close to Naval Service units. Community centres are a great way of getting together with like-minded people and building a support network – especially if you’re living away from extended family. The RN FPS Information Support team can provide you with impartial information on a range of support services across the UK and guide you to Secondary Welfare services where appropriate.

Secondary Welfare, carried out by professionally trained military and civilian staff who provide bespoke support at times of personal crisis can be accessed by calling the RN FPS Portal for free on 0800 145 6088

Join the Royal Navy Forum and share experiences and advice with others who can relate to the unique challenges you face as a Family or Serving Member of the Royal Navy Community.

The RN Forum is filled with advice you can access 24/7 and information.

This includes local support groups in your area, an open Topic section with information relating to all aspects of Service life - see subject matter titles below.

They sit alongside Ship and Unit groups (RN Forum registration is required for these) giving bespoke support for Serving Personnel and their Families.