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May 23, 2022

SFA Window Safety Restrictors

 


The safety of families living in Service Family Accommodation (SFA) and Substitute Service Families Accommodation (SSFA) is a top priority. With warmer weather meaning more windows will be open in homes, we would like to remind families to check that all window safety catches/restrictors are working correctly.


If restrictors are not working or windows can be opened more than 100mm when restrictors are engaged, then please report the fault to the National Service Centre immediately on 0800 031 8628 to ensure a repair is carried out. If you live in SSFA, please contact Mears on 0800 032 4547.

Please note that window restrictors must not be disengaged for any reason where children or vulnerable members of your household are at risk from falling.

For more advice about preventing accidents in your home visit the Child Accident Prevention Trust website.​

Togetherall: Armed Forces' support








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Togetherall: Armed Forces' support

 




For further information click on the link

https://account.v2.togetherall.com/register/uk-armed-forces​ 


Chester: Moo Music Chester, Flintshire & Ellesmere Port


Moo Music is a fun music and sensory class for little ones and their adults to enjoy. Our classes involve singing, puppets, instruments, props, dress up, Makaton signing, bubbles and movement/dance.

For further information or to book tickets please CLICK HERE 

Information provided by Chester HIVE

May 19, 2022

Colchester: PhysioNatal Regain and Thrive Courses


For further details on courses contact Tanya at tanya@physionatal.co.uk

£99 (Save £5 with our military discount) 

Information provided by Colchester HIVE

Armed Forces Education Trust

The Armed Forces Education Trust provide educational grants so Service Children don't miss out, whether individually or as a collective within a school setting.

If parents or schools wish to get in touch with, or to enquire about a grant visit the website - www.armedforceseducation.org​ for more information​



 

May 18, 2022

KOOTH


For our young people feeling stressed about exams! Check out the online support available KOOTH



 

May 16, 2022

Chester: Chirk Carboot Sale - On Every Sunday


Chirk Carboot is one of the biggest and best in the area. Chirk, Wrexham LL14 5AY.  The Facebook page link is HERE

Information provided by Chester HIVE

Defence Child Bereavement Network




 

EM3 Armed Forces Veterans and Families Programme

 




“Did you know that we provide free life-long, life-changing support to spouses and partners of serving and ex-forces personnel? If you are looking for employment support, confidence building and someone who gets it start your journey into employment with the RFEA”

All Together: Little Troopers launches new deployment club


To View the full document please click here



May 13, 2022

May 12, 2022

Chester: Cheshire West & Chester - Useful Websites Offering Information, Advice & Support to Help Manage Wellbeing

 

We have put together a list of useful websites offering information, advice and support to help manage our wellbeing and mental health. CLICK HERE for details

Information provided by Chester HIVE

May 10, 2022

Colchester: The Wivenhoe Trail

One of the most popular walks in Colchester, the Wivenhoe Trail is an informal route of about 5 miles, stretching from Colchester town centre to the riverside town of Wivenhoe.

Pick the trail up in Castle Park by the riverside and simply follow the River Colne as it flows out to sea. You can now download a map of the route, or pick up a physical copy from the Visitor Information Centre in Colchester. 

Information provided by Colchester HIVE

Citizens Advice Scotland network magazine, Voice, Spring issue out now




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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Education Scotland: Exam support for parents and carers


Did you know you can access support to help your child prepare for exams? 

Visit the Parentzone Scotland website for a range of hints and tips on getting organised, encouraging studying, and keeping well during this difficult period. 

👉https://education.gov.scot/.../learning.../supporting-study


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

May 9, 2022

Scotland's Covenant Grant Newsletter


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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

May 6, 2022

Thriving Lives Toolkit Launched





The Thriving Lives Toolkit: Helping schools support children and young people in Armed Forces families

The Thriving Lives Toolkit interactive platform developed by the SCiP Alliance in partnership with the Office for Students Uni Connect Programme and The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust was launched this week.

The Thriving Lives Toolkit is a free evidence-based framework of seven principles to assess, develop and implement a support structure to best allow Service children to thrive.

Leuchars Station: Care Assistants required

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

May 3, 2022

Forces Children Scotland: Are you from a serving, reservist or veteran family?

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

EM3 Armed Forces Veterans and Families Programme


Starting in January 2022, RFEA became the chosen delivery partner for EM3, a new initiative from Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise Partnership, part-funded by the European Social Fund. The programme focuses on the EM3 area and supports veterans, their partners and spouses, and children, as part of plans to lead economic recovery in the M3 region by growing a skilled population in a range of sectors and industries including; CLICK HERE for more information.