Support for bereaved Armed Forces families

Wednesday 15th March 2023

The Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC) Purple Pack provides support for bereaved Armed Forces families, specifically family members of personnel who die in service.

The Purple pack has been designed to provide practical information for bereaved Armed Forces families, as well as contact details of recommended organisations that can support your specific needs.

Online bereavement guide for families of Service personnel

RAF families who have lost a loved one will receive a hard copy of the JCCC Purple Pack via their visiting officer. This can now be accessed online  and contains links, guidance and support.

You will find information on:

  • immediate issues faced by families
  • funerals
  • entitlements and benefits
  • support networks

JCCC Purple Pack cover

See our Bereavement and Loss page for bereavement support services.

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