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Monday 18 December 2023
Head Space
Friday 15 December 2023
Shape Park Run, every Saturday at 9am
SHAPE parkrun is a great way to start the weekend by walking, jogging or running. If you go to https://www.parkrun.com/ you can register.
Click on countries and either register in own country or if you use your Belgium address register through the UK site and use postcode BF1 2AG.
For more info, email the team at
shape@parkrun.com and they will answer your questions . Also join the what’s app group by using the barcode.
Going away over Christmas, Police Watch Form
If you are heading away, please find the attached document.
You can also drop the form at the Belgian Federal Police desk at the left when you enter the main gate or email it to : dga.dap.shape@police.belgium.Thursday 14 December 2023
Service Family Accommodation
For information, click here
Togetherall: Mental Health Support for the Armed Forces
If you’re feeling lonely, stressed, worried or just not yourself, on Togetherall you can get support and start to feel better.
GamCare: Christmas Gambling Harms Awareness
Would you know how to spot the signs of gambling harm and where to get support this Christmas? GamCare can help with some practical steps.
The festive period can be a difficult time for people affected by gambling harms.
For many, Christmas can expose financial issues, social isolation and mental health difficulties that often surround or worsen gambling harms. An early December payday can also add extra temptation to gamble, alongside the influence of alcohol, changes in routine and high-profile sporting events. Altogether, the holiday season can bring about increased risk for people struggling with their gambling.
Whatever it is, GamCare is here to help. We support anyone who has an issue with their gambling or someone else’s. We're available 24/7, we operate the free National Gambling Helpline, and provide treatment in all regions across England, Scotland, and Wales.
Our trained Advisers will help you find the right kind of support – whether it’s free tools to block gambling sites; forums and groups where you can get support from people in the same situation; or free confidential treatment in your area or residential treatment. The National Gambling Helpline offers 24/7 free confidential support all year on: