A care home has become the first council care home in Hampshire to earn recognition for supporting veterans.
Bickerley Green in Ringwood, which is run by Hampshire County Council and supports up to 60 residents, has been recognised under the Veteran Friendly Framework for meeting the practical, emotional, and social needs of veterans.
The accreditation coincided with Armed Forces Day today, Saturday, June 27.
Councillor Zoe Huggins, executive lead member for adult social care and public health at Hampshire County Council, said: "Bickerley Green’s achievement is a fantastic example of the compassionate and person-centred care we want to see across Hampshire’s care services.
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"By becoming Veteran Friendly accredited, the team at Bickerley Green have shown real dedication to recognising residents’ experiences and ensuring veterans receive the tailored support, connection and recognition they deserve."
The Veteran Friendly Framework helps care homes identify veterans in their care, reduce social isolation, and connect residents with support networks such as the Royal British Legion.
One resident, 94-year-old Terry Amos, who served in the Royal Air Force in the 1950s, said the home’s support had been a welcome surprise.
He said: “The people here are kind, everybody looks after me and treats me in a friendly way.
"They are enthusiastic that I like to go to veteran’s group once a week on a Friday.
"I hadn’t realised until I came here that there was this tie with veterans, so that’s something that pleases me.”
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