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Dorset hospital trust is ‘veteran aware’
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust has received Veteran Aware Accreditation for a further three years.
Veterans, reservists, and members of the armed forces and their families can be assured of good care from University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (UHD).
The Trust has received approval of its Veteran Aware Accreditation for a further three years. This acknowledges a number of key pledges UHD has made, including: ensuring that the armed forces community is never disadvantaged compared to other patients, in line with the NHS’s commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant; training relevant staff on veteran specific culture or needs; making veterans, reservists and service families aware of appropriate charities or NHS services beneficial to them, such as mental health services or support with financial and/or benefit claims; and supporting the armed forces as an employee.
Rob Horby, Armed Forces community advocate at UHD, said: “The Armed Forces Support Group and I are tremendously proud that University Hospitals Dorset has gained re-accreditation for the Veteran Aware Scheme.
“This reflects UHD’s commitment to deliver the best healthcare and support to veterans and their families. Since receiving the Veterans Aware accreditation in November 2021, UHD has continued to ensure patients and colleagues from the armed forces community are not disadvantaged when accessing healthcare at UHD, ensuring they receive the appropriate support as required.”
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