Single Service Leavers

For single Service leavers, the transition to civilian life can be difficult, and the cost of accommodation outside the Forces often comes as a shock. Many cannot afford the cost of private rental, rent bond etc, whilst they look for employment. Without accommodation the chances of successfully obtaining employment are reduced, and many end up sleeping on friends’ sofas or floors.

Project TASSLE will give successful applicants an address and firm base for up to a year whilst they seek employment and establish themselves in civilian life.

For further details please click on the HaigHousingTrust link.

Home Base is a service for people who are facing homelessness as they leave the armed forces. It aims to help clients integrate successfully into civilian life.

The scheme is managed by Community Housing and Therapy (CHT) in partnership with Central and Cecil Housing Trust (CCHT), who provides flats in Paddington.  Home Base implemented the findings of a research project funded by the National Lottery Charities Board and carried out by The Homeless Fund. The report, published in 1996, suggested that there was a high level of demand in central London for a resettlement programme for young single people leaving the Services. Most Home Base clients have come to CHT from Army Units and The Army Benevolent Fund, together with the Royal British Legion have provided generous financial support for the scheme.

The Royal British Legion Industries have short stay accommodation, not normally exceeding 3 years, for single service leavers at The Mountbatten Pavilion in Aylesford, Kent. The accommodation is on 2 floors and comprises single bedrooms with shared bathroom facilities on each floor. Weekly charges include the provision of 3 daily meals in the communal dining room and laundry facilities. Some accommodation is suitable for disabled personnel.

To apply for accommodation contact Rodger Leeder at RBLI on 01622 795954/10 or email Rodger.Leeder@rbli.co.uk