Northumberland County Council is reminding veterans, their families, and widowers right across the county that they are not forgotten, and support is available should they need it. 

The authority employs two Armed Forces Case Workers who are veterans themselves and so understand better than anyone the issues that ex-service families face. 

They can assist with issues such as housing and medical applications, employment support, mental health, benefits, as well as signposting and referring to other veteran organisations for further help. 

The Case Workers also have links with the Personnel Recovery Centre at Catterick Garrison to effectively support those medically discharged from the armed forces and returning to Northumberland. 

Northumberland County Council’s Armed Forces Champion, Councillor Jeff Watson said: 

“We owe a duty to all those men and women and all their families, who put their lives on the line for our safety and security.” 

“We understand they may face personal challenges after serving their country and we employ two experienced and specialist case workers to provide advice, support and assistance where it is needed.” 
 

Northumberland County Councillor Gordon Castle, Veteran Champion said:   

“There is an enormous amount of support available, and assistance can be given with a whole range of issues. So please don’t suffer in silence. If you have direct links to the Armed Forces and need support, please ask for it.” 

 

If you are within your last 12 months of Armed Forces Service, and you feel like you are at risk of homelessness or need general advice, please contact experienced Armed Forces Case Workers: 
 
Jonathan Harrison 

• Telephone: 07966 337010 

• Email: jonathan.harrison@northumberland.gov.uk  

 
Ellen Harland 

• Telephone: 07855 285399 

• Email: ellen.harland@northumberland.gov.uk