28-05-2025
Lanarkshire Armed Services Advice supporting veterans in local community
Lanarkshire Armed Services Advice supporting veterans in local community
The LASA has announced that, with the generous support of the Veterans Foundation, it will successfully continue to deliver its specialist services to the Armed Forces community in Lanarkshire.
Lanarkshire Armed Services Advice continues to be a primary artery within the Local Armed Forces Community support system.
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Lanarkshire Armed Services Advice continues to be a primary artery within the Local Armed Forces Community support system.
The LASA has announced that, with the generous support of the Veterans Foundation, it will successfully continue to deliver its specialist services to the Armed Forces community in Lanarkshire.
Established in November last year, following the closure of the Scotland-wide Armed Services Advice Project (ASAP), LASA operates as a distinct service within the Lanarkshire Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) network, encompassing nine CAB offices across the region.
In just one year, LASA assisted 264 members of the Armed Forces community, achieving financial gains totalling £393,437.88 primarily by maximizing income through benefits.
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Notably, 44 per cent of the issues addressed were related to social security benefits, and 18 per cent pertained to War Disablement Pension/Armed Forces compensation.
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CEO of Motherwell & Wishaw CAB, Kinga Kosakowska, said 'We are deeply grateful to the Veterans Foundation for their generous support, which enables us to continue providing essential services to veterans, their families, and members of the armed forces community across Lanarkshire.
'This funding allows us to continue to offer a discrete, holistic, client-centred advice and information service at a local level, to some of the most vulnerable individuals as well as practical, on-going support.
'Our services provide a lifeline to those most in need, and we are delighted that we can ensure sustained support to veterans and their families.'
For more information or to access LASA's services, individuals can contact their local CAB office or visit the official website.
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LASA serves as a single point of contact for guidance on both military service benefits and Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)/Social Security Scotland benefits.
Where appropriate, LASA facilitates warm handovers to other relevant CAB specialist services and referral partners within the Armed Forces Network, such as SSAFA, DMWS, Combat Stress, Veterans Welfare Service, Veterans Champions, Veterans 1st Point, and Vector24.
The service has strong links with military charities and services, enabling a holistic support approach.
This collaboration ensures that veterans and their families receive comprehensive assistance tailored to their individual needs.
For more information or to access LASA's services, individuals can contact their local CAB office or visit the official website.
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