Order No. 59 on the launch of escort services for military personnel and their families passed a legal examination and was registered by the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine. About this informs press service of the Ministry of Defense.
According to the regulation, escort services will function within the structure of the Ministry of Defense, the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the State Special Transport Service. In the Armed Forces, these functions will be performed by civil-military cooperation units, which will provide servicemen and their families with advice and assistance on legal, social, household and medical issues.
The launch of these services involves the creation of a support system that will provide military personnel and their relatives with comprehensive assistance – from legal consultations to the organization of medical rehabilitation.
“Our defenders should know that they and their families will not be left alone at a difficult moment. We are creating a support system that will help in any situation – to file a statement, resolve issues with receiving benefits, advise on the possibilities of rehabilitation after injury, provide legal advice and psychological assistance.” – noted Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Brigadier General of Justice Serhiy Melnyk.
In preparation for the launch of escort services, the first groups of specialists have already been trained. They acquired the necessary skills in providing legal and psychological assistance, organizing medical support for the wounded, social support for military personnel and their families, as well as interaction with the families of the dead, missing and prisoners. The training took place with the participation of volunteer organizations and civilian experts.
