Welcome to STEPWAY- Looking for a sense of belonging and Purpose in Civilian Life?- Step this way >>>>>>>
STEPWAY is a military charity supporting all Veterans and family members in civilian life, no matter their background or circumstance. The charity provides support services that not only combats adjustment disorder but has a proven record in saving lives! for more information, please read on…
SERVICES PROVIDED AT STEPWAY
7- Step Civilian Skills Program
This course is built around Mental health awareness and the survival kit for civvy street. Leading to education and employment opportunities
BANTER & BREWS
A place where you can meet your muckers, grab a free breakfast bap, brew and join in with the banter! come and join in with the fun! Support on-hand
Community Projects
Join in with the fun at the Community projects. Grow your own produce, try your hand at woodwork or Beekeeping. Grab a bite to eat and join in with the banter round the fire pit.
Volunteer for STEPWAY!
Join a team of likeminded individuals and support Veterans in your local area. Make a difference on ground level! Build confidence, gain new skills and be part of something special!
Workshops and Free Courses
Internal and external training and presentations available for staff, volunteers, outside organisations and corporate- Together we can make change and save lives!
Sponsorship and Volunteering days
We welcome and encourage all business and local community groups to volunteer their time or/and sponsor STEPWAY.
The Centres
THE WELLBEING CENTRE- WEST MIDLANDS
Providing support in the West Midlands. The three main services on one site, with the addition of the therapy and meeting rooms which are open to our partner charities for FREE!
VETERANS HUB- WORCESTERSHIRE
Providing support services in the Worcestershire area. All three services delivered, with the addition of a meeting/therapy room which is open to our partner charities for FREE!
COMING SOON! TEWKESBURY Wellbeing Centre -GLOUCESTERSHIRE (OPENING DAY ON 3RD JAN 2023)
Providing support services in the Gloucestershire area. All three services delivered, with the addition of a meeting/conference room which is open to our partner charities for FREE!
REFERRALS
Professional Referrals
Many charities and different organisations refer their clients over to STEPWAY or access our free rooms at the Wellbeing centre and Veteran’s HUB. Including, DWP, Poppy Factory, On-side Advocacy, Op-Courage (NHS) Complex Treatment Service, Housing, Healthy minds, Employment Plus, Salvation Army and from our VPPP partners. To refer a client please see referral form at the bottom of this page.
Self Referrals
Self- Referrals to STEPWAY from Veterans and family members- We try to simplify and cut out as much red tape as possible when it concerns self referral. Please contact the office direct –
Worcestershire- 01905 745 253
West Midlands- 0121 7922 723
Working together to improve Veterans’ wellbeing
Would you like to become involved and work in partnership or arrange a cross referral system? Call us today for more information about our services and on how many ways we can work together.
Worcestershire: 01905 745 253 | email [email protected]
West Midlands: 0121 7922 723 | [email protected]
Veterans’ Places, Pathways & People Programme- MIDLANDS
Together we can do more for those who have served their nation. We will strengthen the safe places that can offer support and direction, enhance the links and connection to make clearer pathways to the range of organisation that offer tailored assistance and invest in training the people who provide the support and services. Counties included in Veterans’ Places, Pathways & People Programme are: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Rutland, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire and various areas throughout the West Midlands.
Online Referral Forms
SIGNING OF THE ARMED FORCES COVENANT PLEDGE
We are delighted to announce that we have achieved the Gold award in the 2023 Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) for our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community and their families.
FUNDRAISING and SPONSORSHIP
FUNDRAISING FOR STEPWAY–
We have lots of fun raising funds in aid of STEPWAY. We are fortunate to have some great sponsors too, would you like to know more?
Would you like to become a fundraiser and help STEPWAY support more veterans in your local area? Please complete this quick ‘express an interest form’
CORPORATE FUNDRAISING, SPONSORSHIP AND VOLUNTEERING DAYS.
PARTNERING WITH STEPWAY WILL INSPIRE YOUR WORKFORCE, TO BECOME INVOLVED WITH A CHARITY WHO SUPPORTS ALL VETERANS IN CIVILIAN LIFE NO MATTER THEIR BACKGROUND OR CIRCUMSTANCE. MORE IMPORTANTLY, YOU WILL INDIRECTLY, SAVE LIVES!
Do your staff, customers, and stakeholders care about what we deliver?
Inspire them by partnering with us and invest in improving mental wellbeing, reducing isolation, and combatting adjustment disorder; breaking down those barriers to return to education and employment.
