Erewash Armed Forces Champions

19/06/2026

📣 Veteran Support Weekly Update 📣
It’s been one of my busiest weeks for veteran support but this is exactly what the role is all about: making sure no veteran is left behind.

• Homeless veteran support. Worked with RBL and DWP colleagues to support a homeless veteran in Amber Valley. We’ve handled many cases together, so they contacted me directly knowing I can navigate the council systems quickly. Yes, it’s not borough council but it’s a veteran, so that’s why I will help.

• Veteran returning home, Helping a veteran who wants to move back into the area to be near his comrades. Currently working with housing to secure the correct medical banding.

• Veteran ID cards / Two applications completed this week.

• Welfare applications — Completed a full RBL welfare application over the phone; SSAFA next.

• Reference letter — Wrote a job reference for a veteran I know well. Wishing him the very best of luck.

• Military event invitations — Several invitations received for upcoming Armed Forces events.

• Welfare checks — Calls, emails and check‑ins with veterans across the area, with more planned next week.

• Landlord call‑out — A private landlord has offered a discounted property to a local veteran, so I’ve put out a wider call for more landlords willing to help.

• Su***de memorial es**rt — Escorted the su***de memorial ride to the NMA on the trike many will have seen the photos and videos.

• Successful complaint outcome — A veteran owed money by DCC was days away from Stage 2 escalation. The full amount has now been paid a brilliant result. A fantastic finish to the week 🥳🥳🥳

Now it’s time to get ready for Armed Forces Weekend and all the events leading up to it.
Proud to serve, proud to support, and proud of our veteran community. ✊

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Supporting families in our local community and helping create magical memories for those who need it most.

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16/06/2026

🆘 Veteran Housing Appeal – Can You Help? 🆘

Following the incredible response to the recent veteran property shout‑out, it’s made me realise just how many landlords out there might be willing to support our Armed Forces community they just haven’t been asked.

I work closely with a fantastic network of veteran welfare professionals, including DWP Armed Forces specialists and multiple military charities. Together, we can support with:

• Benefits checks
• Application forms
• Bond and rental assistance
• White goods and furniture funding

Right now, I have two Derbyshire veterans who are ready to move immediately. One is working and one is on benefits.
Although they are on the housing options list, the temporary accommodation offered is not suitable for veterans with PTSD.
Shared environments with noise and unpredictable activity can be extremely distressing. They need a quiet, stable home where they can feel safe.

If you are a landlord who could offer a property even short‑term please get in touch.
We have military charity welfare officers ready to support every step of the way to ensure the tenancy is successful for both landlord and veteran.

Supporting a veteran doesn’t just change a life it can save one.

It’s time to build veteran villages in the community

15/06/2026

❌ Veteran Shout‑Out ❌ Two‑Bedroom House Available in St Ann’s, Nottingham.

A private landlord has approached me with a generous offer:
they are willing to provide a rental discount specifically for an Armed Forces veteran for their currently vacant two‑bedroom property in St Ann’s.

If you are a veteran in need of housing, or you know someone who is, please PM me for the landlord’s contact details so we can get the ball rolling.

Supporting our veteran community matters and opportunities like this can make a real difference.

✨ Property features:
• 2 bedrooms
• Spacious living room
• Kitchen with sink, oven & recently fitted hob
• Upstairs bathroom with bath, shower, sink & toilet
• Heated conservatory
• Large secure garden
• Pet friendly 🐾
• Unfurnished
• Radiators in every room
• Double glazed windows upstairs & downstairs