Caseworker
You can help people in need by visiting, listening and talking to them, to work out the best ways to support them.
Do you need our support?
We are the Dunbartonshire branch of SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in their time of need. Founded in 1885, we’re extremely proud of our long-standing heritage and of all the work we do with inspiring people from Dunbartonshire, across the UK and around the world.
Christmas Opening Hours.
SSAFA’s Regional Offices are closed for the festive period from Tuesday 24th of December at 1400 until Thursday 2nd of January 2025 (Friday 3rd of January for Scotland). Any emails or voicemails left over this period will be responded to in the New Year.
Forcesline will close on Tuesday 24th December at 1400, re-opening at 0900 on Friday 27 December 2024. The service will then again close at 1600 on 31 December 2024 and re-open at 0900 on Thursday 2 January 2025.
For urgent emotional support, we would encourage you to contact the Samaritans Veterans Hub on 116 123, for support which is available 24/7.
If you have any mail for any of our branches in Scotland, please send to;
SSAFA in Scotland
C/o Toryglen Community Base
179 Prospecthill Circus
GLASGOW
G42 OLA
Thank you for getting in touch with SSAFA Dunbartonshire. Someone should be in contact soon.
Opening times: Monday to Friday, 09:30-17:00
Telephone number: 0141 488 8552
We are open 09:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday.
We love what we do. The sense of pride you get when you know you’ve helped someone get their independence and dignity back is extraordinary. Through volunteering for SSAFA Dunbartonshire, you’ll have the chance to meet some truly inspiring people, with stories you’ll never forget. You’ll also gain new skills and experiences, but most importantly, you’ll make a difference in the lives of those who have dedicated their lives, often at great sacrifice, to protect and serve our country.
You can help people in need by visiting, listening and talking to them, to work out the best ways to support them.
Oversee all aspects of the branch, ensure the branch is running inline with SSAFA’s policies and regulations to ensure that clients and volunteers are safe, all services provided are appropriate and effective and that the branch is financially sound.
Manage branch financial accounts and statements, advising how money is best spent and working on a local fundraising program.
Help recruit, induct and support the local team of volunteers, ensuring SSAFA can deliver services and fundraise effectively.
On Friday, 13 September, Una Smith, a stalwart of SSAFA in Scotland, and a dedicated volunteer, will celebrate her 82nd birthday in a remarkable way—by taking part in a zip slide across the River Clyde in Glasgow.
Congratulations to the SSAFA team based at RAF Waddington, recognised for their had work and dedication.
SSAFA's Glasgow's Helping Heroes have been providing Christmas cheer this year to the city's veterans.
SSAFA Scotland facilitated an evening with industry representatives to explore how they can best support veterans in employment.