Plymouth Veterans and Family Hub

04/09/2026

Brew & banter was buzzing this morning, lots of chats and laughs and some serious conversations going on.

29/08/2026

The Hub leads the Veterans theme group for the armed forces Covenant, we work alongside Plymouth City Council and many amazing local charities to understand the needs and gaps in services for our Veteran and Armed Forces Community, it was great to hear from Luke Pollard at the latest network meeting.

Great to join the Armed Forces Covenant Summer Meeting last week alongside Cllr Pauline Murphy (Plymouth’s Armed Forces Champion), local Royal Navy personnel, and fantastic support organisations like Improving Lives. ⚓️

Plymouth is proud of its military identity, but ensuring our serving personnel, veterans, and military families get the backing they deserve takes constant work.

Meetings like this are vital for hearing directly from those on the front line of support-helping us strengthen partnerships, address gaps, and build on the brilliant work already happening across our city.

Thank you to everyone who shared their feedback and experiences. Working together, we’ll keep making a real difference for Plymouth’s Armed Forces community.

27/08/2026

📢 Job Vacancy Alert 📢

We are recruiting three practitioner roles, in Community & Connection, Advice, and Carers. Each role is unique, but all involve working with a supportive team on meaningful issues affecting our communities.

To apply, visit the current jobs page of our website. You can go there directly by following the link in the comments. We encourage applications from everyone, even if you feel you don't meet all the non-essential criteria 💜

21/08/2026

Working together to help reach unpaid carers 💜

St Luke's Hospice Plymouth Torbay Council Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust NHS Devon

If you care for someone, even just a little bit, you could be a carer. And that means there's support out there.

Contact your local Carers Service:

Caring for Carers (Plymouth) - 01752 201890
Devon Carers - 03456 434435
Torbay Carers Service - 01803 666620

Or visit the link in our comments 👇

20/08/2026

Our phone lines are back up.

Thank you for your patience. If you tried to call us previously and couldn't get through, please give us another ring!

20/08/2026

Our phone lines are having issues right now, and we're sorry for the disruption. If you need to reach us in the meantime, you can send us a message through the contact form on our website at improvinglives.org.uk, or message us on social media and we will pick it up. Our team is working to resolve the problem ASAP, we will post an update as soon as there is more news.

Thank you for your patience 💜

18/08/2026

Join us for Together Time if you, or your loved ones, are living with dementia 💜

We're offering a weekly, low pressure environment, where those with shared experiences of managing dementia can come and just be together. If that sounds like it would be helpful, pop in or get in touch with Sandra to find out more.

📅 2nd Wednesday of the month, 10am to 12pm
📍 Ernest English House, Buckwell Street, Plymouth PL1 2DA
💷 £3 per session, includes refreshments

Reach Sandra at either:
📱07361 249874
📱01752 201766

14/08/2026

There's still time to tell us what you would want out of a City Centre Wellbeing Hub at Ernest English House! 📢

If you live near the waterfront or city centre, this is for you. We want to build you a local wellbeing hub that serves your needs, but we want your input to do it right.

You can drop along for an informal chat, scan the qr code, or just message us on social media with your thoughts.

Shape the future of your neighbourhood 💜

12/08/2026

Love to sing? 🎤

Come along to this exciting taster session with Soul Singers and Improving Lives Plymouth.

No auditions, all abilities welcome. Bringing the community together to have fun and appreciate the benefits of singing. A neurodiverse friendly, safe environment for all.

To book message us here or email either:
📩[email protected]
📩[email protected]

📅Friday September 18th
🕛1.30pm - 2.30pm
📍156 Mannamead Road, Plymouth, PL1 5QL
☕Tea and Coffee Provided
🪙Session: £5

11/08/2026

📢 Launceston Armed Forces Hub – Wednesday 12th August | 10:00-12:00

Whether you need support with housing, employment, health, finances or dental care, or simply fancy a brew and a chat with people who understand military life, we're here for you.

📍 Launceston Veterans' Centre, Tower Street, Launceston, PL15 8BQ.

A huge thank you to the organisations and groups supporting Wednesday's hub.

Launceston Royal British Legion Launceston Town Council Launceston Life The Health Hub - Launceston medical centre and Tamar Valley Health