SHAPE HIVE: May 2020

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Friday, 29 May 2020

Defence Discount Services

https://www.defencediscountservice.co.uk/

UK: Joint Service Housing Advice Office

Marriage Allowance

Marriage Allowance lets you transfer £1,250 of your Personal Allowance to your husband, wife or civil partner.

Military Personnel & Families - Mental Health Helpline UK

The Ministry of Defence Mental Health Helpline is open 24/7 for Serving personnel and their families allowing them to access advice and support anywhere, anytime Telephone: 0800 323 4444

Five Steps To Mental Wellbeing

Evidence suggests there are five steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing.

Click here for full document.

Wednesday, 27 May 2020

Are You Getting Married?

The Army Families Federation (AFF) website holds a wealth of information about family life in the Armed Forces, including helpful advice for those marrying into the Army life.

Bright Sky is a free to download mobile app, providing support and information to anyone who may be in an abusive relationship or for those who may be concerned about someone they know.

Friday, 22 May 2020

My support space

Samaritans How We Can Help Military - Armed Forces Guide

Being in the Armed Forces means that you are exposed to a higher degree of risk and pressure than you might expect in other jobs, but we've got some practical information on how to look out for your teammates, how to discuss things with them and where to go for more support.

Guidance
Armed forces pensions
Information related to the Armed Forces Pension

For more information please click here.

Tuesday, 19 May 2020

Help For Heroes Band Of Sisters

The Help for Heroes Band of Sisters is open to both men and women and offers fellowship, support and recognition to those living with the impact of injury or illness and supporting their loved one.

The theme is kindness for Mental Health Awareness Week 2020. Research shows that kindness and mental health are deeply connected as kindness can be an antidote to isolation and creates a sense of belonging.

Domestic Abuse - New app launched for victims & support professionals

Bright Sky is a free to download mobile app, launched in partnership with the Vodafone Foundation, providing support and information to anyone who may be in an abusive relationship or those concerned about someone they know.