NHS Pledge Support to Veterans and their Families
November 17, 2023 @ 08:00 - November 17, 2024 @ 17:00
Date: 17NOV23
Author: BRNC Public Relations Office
Britannia Royal Naval College Captain Sarah Oakley RN had the honour of unveiling the South Devon NHS Foundation Trusts Armed Forces Covenant Veterans Healthcare Accreditation plaque at Torbay Hospital this week. The Trust invited Captain Oakley to unveil the permanent reminder of their pledge to the covenant.
The Armed Forces Covenant is a pledge to acknowledge those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces and their families. If you are a member of the Armed Forces, a Veteran or a family member, the Covenant offers a vital role in support. Many organisations have committed to make a difference, including the NHS, schools and local government.
Captain Oakley was met by Sir Richard Ibbotson, South Devon Healthcare Trust chairman, Sir Richard himself a former Naval officer. Captain Oakley commented “I am delighted to be here for the unveiling of this award. The Armed Forces Covenant and those organisations who sign up to it are very important to all serving and former serving personnel. We are truly grateful to all the NHS staff who go to extraordinary lengths to provide outstanding care and support to the serving and veterans in Devon.”
For more information on the Armed Forces Covenant and what it offers Veterans, and their families visit www.armedforcescovenant.gov.uk
Image: Natalie Herring – Interim Deputy Chief Nurse, Liz Davenport – Chief Executive, Michelle Westwood – Chief People Person, Sir Richard Ibbotson – Chairman, Nina Kneil – Defence Services Officer, Captain Sarah Oakley RN – Captain Britannia Royal Naval College, WO1 Swift – Base Warrant Officer Britannia Royal Naval College