From Care to Command

For Serving, Veterans and care experienced family members in the armed forces community.

An opportunity for care experienced people with a background in the forces to connect with others who understand their journey.

The Rees Foundation is committed to tackling the often hidden challenges care experienced people face – from lifelong poverty and mental health struggles to the lasting impact of disrupted childhoods and broken connections.

From Care to Command offers a space to be heard, find community, and access support that recognises the unique experiences of those who’ve served.

Whether you're in the Forces – or beside them

This programme is designed to support care experienced individuals who are currently serving or have previously served in the Armed Forces, as well as professionals dedicated to working with Armed Forces communities.

For care leavers

We understand that navigating military life as a care experienced person brings unique challenges, from adapting to new environments to managing past experiences while serving or transitioning out of the Armed Forces.

That’s why we’ve created a range of tailored resources and services to support you.

ASK JAN MEMBERSHIP

A membership developed to assist care experienced people, including;

24/7 freephone line, live chat, email, WhatsApp and SMS with a mental health professional
Following an initial assessment, up to 8 sessions of counselling (if appropriate)
Access to wellbeing content
Financial advice
Legal advice helpline

MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUPS

Why do care leavers join the Armed Forces?
Navigating the System: Help for Armed Forces care leavers
Being an Outsider on the Inside
Trauma & Anxiety
Information to Access Records
New Horizons

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For professionals

Training and development opportunities designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to better support care leavers.

Whether you work with Armed Forces charities, care organisations, or directly with care experienced individuals, our expert-led training helps you understand the unique challenges of those with military and care backgrounds.

Through lived experience insights and practical guidance, you’ll be better prepared to provide compassionate, informed support that makes a real difference.

Caring For Care Leavers

Free online training for Armed Forces charities and organisations to educate on identifying and supporting care leavers.

Course is delivered by a care experienced trainer who will share their personal testimony
Understand the lived experience of being a care experienced person
Understand the role the Armed Forces plays in the lives of care leavers

To reserve your place, please email [email protected]

From Service to Support: The REES Approach to Care-Experienced Leavers

Each session will explore:

The realities and challenges faced by care leavers, including those who have served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces
Referral guidance and partnership opportunities - how organisations can connect individuals with Rees Foundation support
An introduction to the Rees Foundation’s support services, such as crisis support, mental health initiatives, housing assistance, financial guidance, and career mentoring
A Q&A with a care experienced Veteran, who will share his personal story of growing up in care, entering the Armed Forces, and the challenges faced during and after service. His experience will provide an authentic, powerful insight into the double impact of being care-experienced and serving in the military

These sessions will build awareness, break stigma, and foster a stronger, more connected support system for care experienced people in the Armed Forces Community.

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