military. SSAFA Mentoring is nationally accredited by the Mentoring and Befriending Foundation. Adoption for military families SSAFA is a registered adoption agency dedicated to helping military families through the adoption process as well. Additional needs and disabilities support SSAFA provide specialised support to military families with additional needs including their Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum (FANDF). Short breaks for children and young people from Forces families SSAFA coordinates holidays and events that focus on offering new experiences and activities for children and young people from Service families. Stepping Stone Homes for women and their children with a service connection Stepping Stone Homes provide short-term supported accommodation, help and advice during difficult times. Female serving or ex-service personnel, or the female spouses and partners of serving or ex-service personnel, along with their dependent children are all eligible to stay there. Professional health care SSAFA’s professional health care staff provide patient-focussed care to military families worldwide. Personal support and social work for the RAF Working alongside the RAF, but outside the Chain of Command, SSAFA staff provide support for RAF personnel and their families, both Regulars and Reserves. Independent Service Custody Visiting SSAFA provides independent oversight of Army Service Custody facilities. Support available to veterans and their families Housing advice SSAFA offer practical housing advice and support to Armed Forces veterans and their dependents including guidance around housing benefits and accessing social housing. Debt advice SSAFA can help veterans to get advice on dealing with debt when they have fallen behind on their bills or repayments to credit cards and are struggling to get by or at risk of losing their home. Mobility assistance SSAFA volunteers seek financial assistance for veterans to help maintain mobility and independence at home. Trained volunteers can help veterans get mobility equipment such as Electronically Powered Vehicles or mobility scooters, stair lifts, riser and recliner chairs. Providing household goods SSAFA can provide veterans with essential household items, including white and brown goods. Support for homeless veterans SSAFA have a range of specialist services to support veterans who are homeless or facing homelessness. Support for offenders and ex-offenders SSAFA can provide support for: Families of veterans whilst they are in custody Veterans and their families on release Veterans whilst they are in custody. Residential housing St Vincent's Care Home at Ryde provides residential care for older ex-service personnel and their spouses. The Royal Homes in Wimbledon provide