Wayne's Story
Sharon spent her career caring for people and serving her country. When she died in an accident, her husband was left to raise their young son. This is his story.Watch now
How we help
The Officers’ Association works with both serving and former officers and reservists from across the Armed Forces and their families.Find out more about our Employment and Grants and Welfare services.
Support and advice for former officers and their dependants
The Officers' Association takes a holistic approach in order to help and support former Officers of the Armed Forces and their dependants on a variety of matters related to Grants and Welfare.Find out more...
Careers advice and support for officers
Whether you are still serving, in transition or a former officer wishing to change career in later life, the OA is able to offer professional, impartial and practical advice on all aspects of transition and employment.
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Employment Services
For officers:
- One-to-one careers consultations
- Executive jobs board for officers
- Workshops and webinars
- Networking events
- Professional development
For employers:
We engage with employers so that they understand how to recruit veterans and are able to recognise the business case for doing so.
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Grants and Welfare
For officers and their dependants:
- Advice on Statutory Benefits and Adult Social Care
- Annual Allowance
- One-off payments for specific household or disability items
- Grants towards care at home
- Care home top-up fees
- Help with legal questions
Blog
What Does Your Ideal Job Look Like?
John Lees, a leading career strategist and author of several career advice books, including ‘How To Get A Job You Love’, shares his career top tips. You need to identify what your ideal job looks like, ...
16th January 2019
The Three Steps to Your Career Success
Start 2019 by taking a smarter approach to your transition. We support thousands of officers in their move to civilian careers by providing careers advice, connecting them with job opportunities, employers and a network of industry ...
4th January 2019
Former Officers Share Their Stories of Christmas on Deployment
Throughout the festive period, 10,000 Service personnel will be deployed on operations across the world. Two of our colleagues, who are former officers, share their experiences of Christmas on deployment. Lisa Jones Lisa is a former Army ...
20th December 2018