Veteran Social Work

Specialised support for veterans navigating life changes, wellbeing and transition after service.

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How I Can Help

As a DVA-registered Veteran Social Worker, I provide practical and therapeutic support to help veterans manage life after service, including health challenges, identity changes and transitions. My focus is on wellbeing, stability and access — ensuring veterans receive the supports, recognition and pathways they are entitled to.

I can support veterans and families with:

  • Adjustment and wellbeing support
    Counselling for service-related stress, trauma impacts, relationship challenges, grief, identity and periods of instability.

  • Case management and service navigation
    Assistance to access DVA supports, community services, income pathways, health providers and veteran-specific programs.

  • Advocacy and warm referrals
    Guidance connecting veterans with the right supports — including mental health, housing, employment and agencies like Open Arms.

  • Transition and reintegration planning
    Support through hospital discharge, accommodation needs, community connection and return-to-work or study pathways.

  • Vocational and purpose-building support
    Exploring meaningful participation and rehabilitation options that align with abilities, goals and values.

  • Family-inclusive support
    Information and coordination for families/carers within DVA eligibility, and connection to free veteran family services where appropriate.

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Who I Support

  • Veterans with DVA White or Gold Cards, or those eligible under the NLHC program

  • Partners, families and carers seeking guidance, connection and coordinated support

  • Veterans navigating transition, discharge, mental health recovery or complex service systems

  • Referrers and ex-service organisations needing collaborative, reliable allied health involvement

Support is tailored to each person — and the network around them.

How I Support

  • A safe, understanding space to talk through challenges and plan what comes next

  • Support for both wellbeing and practical needs — not one or the other

  • Advocacy and guidance to access the services and entitlements you deserve

  • Stronger connection with family, community and purposeful roles beyond service

Support that respects your service — and strengthens your future.

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My Approach

Practical, respectful and trauma-informed — grounded in an understanding of military experience and life beyond service. I work alongside veterans to support wellbeing, independence, stability and quality of life — whether adjusting to civilian life, navigating a crisis, managing health changes or seeking connection, purpose and direction.

Support that honours where you’ve been — and helps you move forward with confidence.

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Meet Laura

I’m Laura Simpson, an accredited social worker and founder of Lets Reseed.
I bring strong professional expertise together with personal understanding of the veteran community.

My approach is recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and grounded in the psychosocial model — supporting veterans and families to strengthen resilience, wellbeing and connection in life beyond service.

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FAQs

Still unsure? Just reach out — I’m here to guide the next step.

  • Yes — services may be funded through DVA White or Gold Cards, or under Non-Liability Health Care (NLHC) where eligible. If you’re unsure, I can help you check what’s possible.

  • Yes — with consent and where helpful, families and carers are welcomed into planning and support. Connection and understanding are key parts of recovery and transition.

  • No — social work includes both therapeutic support and practical assistance such as navigation, advocacy and coordination. I help with wellbeing and the everyday systems that support it.

  • Yes — particularly for DVA-funded services. If needed, I can guide you through this process or provide information to your GP.

  • Yes — appointments can be online, by phone, or through outreach support in the community or at home, depending on what feels most comfortable and accessible.

Ready to Get Started?

Reach out to discuss veteran social work support or referral options — I’m here to help guide the next step.

Phone: 0447 248 426

Email: laura@letsreseed.com.au 

Hours:

  • Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm

  • (Early or late appointments may be available on request.)

You’ve already done the hard part. Let’s take the next step together.