DMWS

DMWS DMWS’ practical and emotional support ensures that no family goes through the worry of illness or injury alone.

The Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) is an independent charity providing medical welfare to the armed forces, veterans, NHS staff, emergency services, The Merchant Navy & their immediate family when they are receiving medical treatment in hospital. Since 1943 DMWS has also deployed to areas of conflict with the Armed Forces working alongside medical staff in the Field Hospitals. It is the on

ly military charity and civilian welfare organisation to do so. The Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) is an external provider of expert Welfare, Resilience and Mental Health First Aid Training for preventative and intervention strategies for people working in the welfare arena and anyone who wants to improve their knowledge and confidence in supporting others. The St John and Red Cross Defence Medical Welfare Service (known as DMWS) is a registered charity in England and Wales (1087210) and in Scotland (SC045460).

Have you lost a loved one in service?If you have lost a loved one in the Armed Forces in service or due to service relat...
27/05/2026

Have you lost a loved one in service?

If you have lost a loved one in the Armed Forces in service or due to service related reasons, we are here for you.

DMWS are working alongside Scotty's Little Soldiers, Cruse Bereavement Support, Cruse Scotland, and The Poppy Factory to help those who may need support and advice after the loss of a loved one in service or for service related reasons.

Whether you need advice, someone to talk to, or help accessing services, we can help.

If you would like to learn more or are interested in our support, please visit: https://dmws.org.uk/supporting-military-bereaved-family-members/

alt text: Two people engaged in a supportive conversation against a white brick wall, promoting a safe space to talk and be understood.

Job Vacancy: Welfare OfficerLocation: NHS Greater Glasgow and ClydeContract: Full Time PermanentDo you want to make a re...
26/05/2026

Job Vacancy: Welfare Officer
Location: NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Contract: Full Time Permanent

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of those who serve in the Armed Forces and their families?

To apply, visit: https://dmws.org.uk/careers/welfare-officer-20/

alt text: Job opening for Welfare Officer at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde with a full-time permanent contract and £27,520 salary, closing 5 June 2026.

Job Vacancy: Welfare OfficerLocation: NHS FifeContract: Full Time PermanentDo you want to make a real difference to the ...
26/05/2026

Job Vacancy: Welfare Officer
Location: NHS Fife
Contract: Full Time Permanent

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of those who serve in the Armed Forces and their families?

To apply, visit https://dmws.org.uk/careers/welfare-officer-19/

alt text: Job opening for Welfare Officer at NHS Fife with a full-time permanent contract and a salary of £27,520, closing on 5th June 2026.

"We were amazed at how fast everything was done for us! DMWS put out the word to the appropriate authorities and everyth...
25/05/2026

"We were amazed at how fast everything was done for us! DMWS put out the word to the appropriate authorities and everything was done very smoothly and quickly."

DMWS are proud to support the Armed Forces Community, including veterans, serving, reservists, the military bereaved, and their family members and carers, through the challenges life can bring. Thank you to the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, your support allows us to be there for our beneficiaries when they need it most.

Job Vacancy: Welfare OfficerLocation: Catterick Contract: Full Time PermanentDo you want to make a real difference to th...
13/05/2026

Job Vacancy: Welfare Officer
Location: Catterick
Contract: Full Time Permanent

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of those who serve in the Armed Forces and their families?

To apply, click https://dmws.org.uk/careers/welfare-officer-18/

alt text: DMWS is hiring a full-time permanent Welfare Officer in Catterick with a salary of £27,520, application deadline 25 May 2026.

Job Vacancy: CounsellorLocation: Kettering and NorthamptonContract: Part Time up to 35 hours Join an organisation that p...
12/05/2026

Job Vacancy: Counsellor
Location: Kettering and Northampton
Contract: Part Time up to 35 hours

Join an organisation that provides life-changing support to those working in frontline services!

To apply, visit: https://dmws.org.uk/careers/counsellor-6/

alt text: Job opening for a part-time counsellor in Kettering and Northampton, offering up to 35 hours weekly and a salary of £31,359, closing 29/5/2026.

Job Vacancy: Welfare OfficerLocation: Devon - home based but travel in the UK requiredContract: Part Time - 21 hours ove...
29/04/2026

Job Vacancy: Welfare Officer
Location: Devon - home based but travel in the UK required
Contract: Part Time - 21 hours over 3 days, one of which will be a Friday

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of those who have served in the Armed Forces and their families?

To apply, please visit: https://dmws.org.uk/careers/welfare-officer-devon/

alt text: Job opening for a part-time Welfare Officer in Devon, home-based with UK travel, salary £27,520 pro rata, apply by 10/5/2026.

"Thank you for providing support to my family over the past year. You helped me better support my veteran husband till t...
27/04/2026

"Thank you for providing support to my family over the past year. You helped me better support my veteran husband till the day he crossed the rainbow."

DMWS are proud to support the Armed Forces Community, including veterans, serving, reservists, the military bereaved, and their family members and carers, through the challenges life can bring. Thank you to the Army Central Fund, your support allows us to be there for our beneficiaries when they need it most.

DMWS are proud to celebrate becoming a Disability Confident Leader! We were delighted to be awarded this status by Depar...
15/04/2026

DMWS are proud to celebrate becoming a Disability Confident Leader!

We were delighted to be awarded this status by Department for Work and Pensions - DWP and have our hard work recognised.

To find out more, read our article at https://dmws.org.uk/dmws-achieves-disability-confident-leader/

alt text: disability confident leader logo

Calling Barrow Armed Forces Community!📣Your local DMWS Welfare Officer will be at The Bridge this Friday to give advice,...
08/04/2026

Calling Barrow Armed Forces Community!📣

Your local DMWS Welfare Officer will be at The Bridge this Friday to give advice, offer support, or just to have a chat. No need to sign up, just pop along and see what DMWS can do for you.

Where: The Bridge, Portland Walk, LA14 1DB
When: Friday 10th April, 12pm-3pm

We hope to see you there!

Thank you to BAE Systems, Westmorland and Furness Council, University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, Army Central Fund, Veterans' Foundation, Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust and Army Benevolent Fund for your support - we couldn't do it without you!

alt text: flyer for DMWS Armed Forces Support Drop In event on April 10th, 12pm-3pm at The Bridge, Portland Walk, offering help with mental and physical health concerns.

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The Old Stables
Andover
SP119AQ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

01264774000

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