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Tuesday 30 June 2020

Social Housing to be prioritised for veterans

Please click here for information.

Mankind Initiative - Helping Men Escape Domestic Abuse


The ManKind Initiative was the first charity in Great Britain to support male victims of domestic abuse (registered in 2001). Since then, we have been at the forefront of providing services and support for male victims and campaigning to ensure that male victims receive the support they need from other organisations.

Monday 29 June 2020

Army Families Federation: Forces Help to Buy Scheme - Apply After 12 months’ Service



All regular serving personnel who have completed 12 months’ service are now eligible to apply for the 'Forces Help to Buy' scheme, which can help military families to buy their own home.

UK: Tick Awareness For The Public



Public Health England (PHE) encourages everyone to ‘be tick aware’.

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Monday 22 June 2020

MOD Pocket Guide - Drinkaware



Click here for the Drinkaware MOD Pocket Guide

Thursday 18 June 2020

Veterans in Europe - SSAFA


Please click here

The British Army Breastfeeding Network Facebook Page


The Army Parents’ Network yesterday launched a new sub network - The British Army Breastfeeding Network.

MOD Letter to Families on employment



Click here for the Partner Employment useful resources.

New speed cameras in the Mons area

The Mons-Quévy police are in the process of installing a total of 20 speed cameras throughout Mons and neighbouring villages.

Wednesday 17 June 2020

Guidance For Parents & Carers On Supporting Children & Young People’s Mental Health And Wellbeing During (COVID-19) Pandemic


For guidance for parents and carers on supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic please CLICK HERE.

Money Advice Service - A Beginner’s Guide To Scams


What is a scam?

Tuesday 16 June 2020

Easy Resettlement


Welcome to the Summer 2019 issue of Easy Resettlement magazine.... Within this issue we have some fantastic opportunities from various employers.

JSHAO Video


The JSHAO is the MOD’s tri-service focal point to provide service personnel and their dependants with civilian housing information for those wishing to move to civilian accommodation at any time in their career, and for those during resettlement to assist with the transition to civilian life.

UK: Little Troopers - free birthday packs...first come, first served


Little Troopers sends out free birthday packs to military children.

"Are you sure" - Big White Wall - Men's Health Week 15th - 21st June


Friday 12 June 2020

Naval Families Federation employment and training


June is all about employment and training opportunities available to Royal Navy & Royal Marines families. This week, we are focusing on training opportunities available to you:

Help For Heroes - For Help, Support And Advice

If you need support from Help for Heroes, please get in touch via getsupport@helpforheroes.org.uk

EJSU Welfare Matters - Issue 3


To read online or download please click here

Thursday 11 June 2020

Information For Service Personnel & Families: Relocation/Moving


The HIVE Information Service provides information on behalf of the chain of command to the Service community and welcomes enquiries from serving personnel, dependants, partners, extended families, and the wider military community including veterans and MOD civilians.

Wednesday 10 June 2020

Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum - FANDF


Click here to view full guide.

UK: HomeStart - Ten Tips To Support Parents During COVID-19


Now we are all socially distancing, it can be difficult at times to adjust to life in this 'new normal'. CLICK HERE to see the ten top tips to help support parents, during these uncertain times.

UK: The Armed Forces Covenant " Veterans Should Not Be Forgotten" Programme

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust has announced the 119 grants, totalling just over £2m, which it has made in its “Veterans Should Not Be Forgotten” programme.

Tuesday 9 June 2020

Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum FANDF - 30 years report


Please click here to read online. 

Information from SSAFA / MOD

Forcesline


Monday 8 June 2020

Thursday 4 June 2020

DIO SFA Infograph - 2019/20 Updated


Alcohol And Coronavirus



Drinkaware is here to support you through this unprecedented and often stressful time. Stay safe with the crucial facts, information and practical advice about alcohol and isolation.

Mental Health Foundation - Manage And Reduce Stress


To download a copy of How to Manage and reduce stress click here.

Wednesday 3 June 2020

Armed Forces Pension Scheme - Annual allowance 'at risk' letters

GOV UK- Tax-Free Childcare And 30 Hours Free Childcare During (COVID-19)


Find out about temporary changes that may affect you if you're applying for, or already getting, Tax-Free Childcare or 30 hours free childcare by visiting the GOV UK website by clicking on this link:

GOV UK Guidance on Tax Free Childcare and 30 hrs Free Childcare during COVID 19