The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN), which is made up of both Northampton General and Kettering General Hospitals, along with Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation NHS Trust (NHFT), are running a free event to show what support is available for the armed forces community within Northamptonshire.
During the online event, on Monday 10 November at 5pm, attendees will hear how both NHS trusts support those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, reservists, cadets and veterans. To book a free place please complete our on-line form https://forms.office.com/e/7MAzGd7Cdq
As Veteran Aware accredited trusts, they are committed to ensuring that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and their families are not disadvantaged when accessing health services.
Morgan Price, Director of Transformation and Business Intelligence, Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation NHS Trust said:
“We’re proud to support our Armed Forces community here in Northamptonshire. Whether someone is currently serving, has served, or is part of a military family, we want them to feel confident that the NHS is here for them. This event is a chance to share how we’re putting the Armed Forces Covenant into practice and to hear directly from those with lived experience across our services.”
Trevor Shipman, Chair of the Armed Forces Network, University Hospitals Northamptonshire, said:
“As the Vice Chair of UHN, I am thrilled to be hosting this webinar. Both UHN and NHFT are dedicated to creating a positive experience for our military community, whether they are utilising our services or contributing their talents within our hospitals. This event holds significant importance as we come together to listen to remarkable speakers who provide invaluable services or have navigated the transition from military to civilian life.
“My hope is that you will find the stories shared of interest. These experiences and insights will undoubtedly inspire us to further our commitment to ensuring that this community has a seamless access to our services. We strive to foster an environment where the military community’s unique skills and experiences are recognised and valued, ultimately benefiting them, the NHS, and society as a whole”.
NHFT, KGH and NGH are Gold Defence Employer Recognition (ERS) holders and proudly support current employees who are reservists, cadets or veterans, and potential employees who have completed their service and are looking to join the NHS as the next step in their career.
Speakers and information at the event include:
- Emma Battison, Op COURAGE, an NHS mental health specialist service designed to help veterans and their families in England
- Neil Fowkes, Forces in the Community
- David Harrison, NHFT staff member sharing his experience of the transition to civilian life and Julie Melvin, wife of a veteran and UHN Macmillan Specialist Palliative Care Nurse
The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) is made up of Kettering General Hospital and Northampton General Hospital. They are proud to support those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces and their families. 
Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals are accredited Armed Forces Veteran Aware hospitals. These awards represent our commitment to ensure that all members of the Armed Forces, whether active, reserves, former or retired members are always treated appropriately, and with no disadvantage compared to other citizens in the provision of public and commercial services.
