Self-referrals | GP referrals | Justice referrals | Warm referrals
THE WELLBEING CENTRE- WEST MIDLANDS
Providing support in the West Midlands. The three main services can be found on the one site. With the addition of therapy and meeting rooms which are open to our partner charities to use for FREE!
THE THERAPY UNIT
This Facility is open to our partner charities to use for FREE. A place where you can access support from various organisations including Op-Courage (NHS) DWP and the Poppy Factory. Moreover, pastoral care and advocacy is provided.
Banter and Brew
Our Banter and Brew sessions at Oldbury are exactly what they sound like – good conversation, plenty of tea and a few laughs along the way. Whether you pull up a sandbag, a bollard, or for our RAF brethren a comfortable chaise longue, you’ll find a warm welcome waiting. It’s a relaxed space where veterans can share stories, enjoy a bit of banter and reconnect with that sense of belonging that comes from being around people who just get it. No ranks, no pressure – just brew, banter and good company.
7-Step Civilian Skills Program
Our 7 Step Civilian Skills Program has supported hundreds of veterans and family members as they navigate life beyond the Armed Forces. Built around mental health awareness and the practical realities of civvy street, the course provides a “survival kit” of tools, insight and support to help people rebuild confidence, structure and direction. Many who have completed the program are now moving forward with renewed purpose, stronger wellbeing and a clearer path ahead. For some, it has quite simply been life changing.
HMP Support
We support veterans in custody through our in-reach programme. This includes:
The 7-Step Civilian Skills Program inside prison
Pre-release planning and post-release welfare support
Referrals for housing, employment and mental health
Working closely with prison staff, Op NOVA and the Probation Service
Our aim is to reduce reoffending and help veterans rebuild their lives after release
Families First: Strength Pathways
Funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust
We recognise that families serve too. Our new project supports the families of wounded, injured and sick veterans, offering:
- Emotional and practical support
- Group sessions and drop-ins
- Referrals
- Activities at all STEPWAY sites
Community Garden Project – Oldbury
- Our Community Garden Project at the West Midlands Wellbeing Centre in Oldbury offers a safe and peaceful space for veterans and their families to enjoy the outdoors, connect with others and grow together — both in confidence and in the garden. Whether you’re planting herbs, learning about seasonal veg, or simply enjoying a cuppa while chatting with others, the garden is open to all abilities. It’s a great way to boost wellbeing, get hands-on with nature, and feel part of a supportive community.
Female Veteran Support
Funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Trust Fund
- Women Veterans sessions offer a safe, welcoming space for female veterans to connect, relax and take part in creative and wellbeing activities. Whether it’s enjoying a cuppa, having a chat, or joining in with crafts and gentle group discussions, these sessions are designed to support positive mental health and reduce isolation — with support tailored to the needs of women who have served.
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