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Monday 18 December 2023

Head Space

 
In the holidays, it can be too easy to forget about our own happiness and well-being when you are focused on finances, family gatherings and planning. Not to mention how challenging and lonely this time of year can be for some people.
Say hello (again) to Headspace - there for Army Regular and Reserve serving personnel

 

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.eu 
 
Click to enlarge. Or email GSO-EJSU-Belgium-CommunityHub@mod.gov.uk  and have one emailed to you.

Thursday 14 December 2023

A guide to preventing condensation damp and mould in SFA

 

To view guide to preventing mould, condensation and damp, click here
 

Service Family Accommodation

A guide for Service families about applying for, maintaining, moving in and out of and living in UK Service Family Accommodation (SFA).

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.

To register click here


 

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:

Freephone 0808 80 20 133, 
via Whatsapp on 020 3031 8881 
via online chat at gamcare.org.uk.

Domestic Abuse: MOD Guidance on Where to Find Help

 

For more information, click here
 

Wednesday 13 December 2023

Face Mask Update from the Medical Centre

Message from the Medical Centre;
If you have any cold or flu symptoms when visiting the Medical Centre it is important that you wear a mask.