Forum making it easier for veterans to access support
A one-stop shop of services for veterans is coming to Ōtautahi Christchurch this month.
11 October, 2022
Veterans’ Affairs is putting the call out for serving and former personnel with qualifying service to attend its forum on Monday 31 October.
The forum provides an opportunity for veterans to discuss their needs with someone face-to-face, learn more about their entitlements and set-up or change any support they require.
“As a unit of the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF), our role is to provide support to all veterans who have qualifying service,” Head of Veterans’ Affairs Bernadine Mackenzie said.
“We strongly encourage veterans, whether they are currently serving or have left the Defence Force, to come and discover what’s available for them."
“Family and whānau are also welcome to attend.”
The forum marks a return to in-person events, after Covid-19 forced Veterans’ Affairs to take its outreach programme online.
Veterans will be able to meet representatives from a raft of organisations including the RNZRSA, Soldiers Sailors and Airman’s Association New Zealand, Ministry of Social Development, and the NZDF Force Financial Hub.
If they want to speak with a Veterans’ Affairs Case Manager, it’s recommended they register prior to the event.
Date: Monday, 31 October 2022
Time: 10am-2pm
Where: Air Force Museum of New Zealand, 45 Harvard Avenue, Wigram, Christchurch