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April 30, 2024

Hereford: Forest School Sessions at Hinton Community Centre on Wednesdays


Dandylions are running forest school sessions at Hinton Community Centre, join in for outdoor free fun for small children.

The sessions are every Wednesday from 10am - 11.30am
Booking is essential:
sw.sarahwatkins@gmail.com
07824630498

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Celebrating Forces Families Awards shine a light on inspirational Military families



London, UK – April 26th, 2024 – The Celebrating Forces Families Awards, held on Friday, 26th April, at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London City, recognised the incredible strength, dedication, and achievements of the UK’s Armed Forces families. This heartwarming event, now in its third year and the only one of its kind within the Armed Forces Network, celebrates the invaluable support these families provide to serving members and the entire military community.

The evening commenced with a moving performance by a combined choir featuring Britains' Got Talent Semi-Finalists Voices of Armed Forces Children Choir and the Military Wives Choirs, performing a brand-new song written specifically for the occasion. Actor and SSAFA Ambassador Antony Cotton MBE co-presented the awards alongside Forces News presenter Sian Grzeszczyk, and their heartfelt and empathetic delivery brought the inspiring stories of the finalists to life.

West Midlands: Cycling Tours across Birmingham


Birmingham and the West Midlands is the perfect place to explore on two wheels, with countless cycle routes through both countryside and city to suit all levels.

Whether you're a casual cyclist or a seasoned pro, our region offers a variety of routes to suit all levels, from Harborne and Digbeth to Solihull and Sandwell.

Click HERE to view a list of cycle tours.

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

'Anxiety Unravelled' - a free course for military parents from Bounce Forward


This programme is funded through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust for military parents and carers.

Anxiety Unravelled will support you to understand you are not on your own - if you are in the midst of a growing cycle of worry and concern you would like to be able to unravel, this programme is for you!

We look forward to seeing you across three 1-hour sessions -

June 5th - Session 1: What is anxiety?
June 12th - Session 2: How we talk about anxiety
June 19th - Session 3: Helping my child deal with anxiety

Register for your FREE place HERE

Togetherall - Maternal Mental Health month

 

Maternal mental health can be hard to talk about.

“The biggest takeaway I would want new moms to think about in terms of their mental health is that there is power and comfort in connecting with others. It’s okay to reach out for support even if you are nervous about opening up.” Togetherall Senior Clinician.

If you need support or more information, here are a few resources that could help. You can also join the @Togetherall community today, FREE to anyone in the UK Military, Veterans & Family members aged 16+ at togetherall.com​, talk to others who understand.

FREE to anyone in the UK Military, Veterans & Family members aged 16+

Building Heroes - Supporting the Salute

April 29, 2024

Wales: Clwb Cwtsh - Free online & Face to Face Welsh Courses


Want to learn to speak Welsh with your child?
Good news! We have new sessions starting in May.

If you’re a parent/guardian and would like to learn Welsh words and phrases to use with your child - Register your interest TODAY and be the first to know about our new sessions:

clwbcwtsh@meithrin.cymru

Eisiau dysgu Cymraeg gyda’ch plentyn?
Newyddion da! Mae gennym sesiynau newydd yn dechrau ym mis Mai.

Os ydych chi’n rhiant/gwarchodwr ac eisiau dysgu Cymraeg gyda’ch plentyn - Cofrestrwch eich diddordeb HEDDIW a byddwch y cyntaf i wybod am ein sesiynau newydd:

clwbcwtsh@meithrin.cymru

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Bovington: Garrison community kitchen garden (allotment plots)

 

Contact juliaagar@hotmail.com or adelle.s@btinternet.com

Information provided by Bovington HIVE


April 26, 2024

Staffordshire: 1st Whittington Scouts #Skillsforlife

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
 

East Riding of Yorkshire: Support for Veterans


 Information provided by Leconfield HIVE

Chatham: Neighbourhood Watch, Catching Nuisance Vehicles

 


With the warmer weather comes an increase in nuisance vehicles on our green spaces and off-road areas. 

Neighbourhood Watch did a lot of work on off road vehicles last summer in the Chatham area and we found that the most effective and efficient way of dealing with this nuisance is to gather evidence, identify offenders and surprise them at their homes.

Often people will call us and tell us there are off road bikes with a limited description. What would really help us would be?

  • Any clear picture or videos of offenders (but don’t put yourself at any risk getting them)

  • Licence plate numbers (if vehicles have them)

  • Accompanying vehicles – often nuisance bikes travel to off road areas in vans or on trailers. Tell us the registrations of the accompanying vehicles!

  • Is it your neighbour? Are your neighbours or the family across the road always going out on these bikes but you don’t say as you don’t want to fall out with them? 
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    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    April 25, 2024

    Dover: Family Playground at Dover Community Centre, Various Dates

     



    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Ripon: Stop Smoking Support @ Ripon Library


    Have you heard about Stop Smoking Support from North Yorkshire Council’s Living Well Smokefree team?

    Join us this Spring for support to quit smoking...

    Call us for an appointment: 01609 797272

    Tuesdays at Ripon Library 2-4pm or telephone support at a time to suit you

    This is a Free Service

    Information provided by North HIVE Hub

    Dover: AWS Community Support Free Pilates / Zumba Fitness Class at Burgoyne Heights on Monday Mornings

     





    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Dover: AWS Community Support, Gurkha Culture Club, Every Monday, 3pm - 4.30pm

     






    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Lincoln University research survey for military families with neurodiverse children

     


    University of Lincoln are running a tri-Service survey for military families who have neurodiverse children (both diagnosed and not diagnosed). They want to know what support families are receiving, and what support they don't have but that would be helpful.

    Researchers hope to have a large response to enable them to move forward with establishing services to support families in the future.

    The survey is linked here, which starts with the full information sheet. The survey is entirely voluntary and anonymous. https://unioflincoln.questionpro.eu/t/AB3u0MjZB3vtay

    Bovington: Cricket club for ages 5 - 11yrs

     

    Click on poster above to enlarge

    Information provided by Bovington HIVE

    Folkestone: Parkrun Every Saturday at 9am

     


    For further information  CLICK HERE

    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Chatham: Great Lines Parkrun Every Saturday, 9am

    Every Saturday at 9am, a free weekly timed 5k run for all ages and abilities at the Great Lines Heritage Park in Gillingham, Kent

    Everyone is welcome to join us at Great Lines parkrun! To run and record a time, you first need to register and print off a barcode that is unique to you. After that you can just turn up and run. For more information CLICK HERE

    Volunteers Needed


    At the moment we do not have enough volunteers to actually cover the critical positions in order to execute the run. We still need marshals, bar code scanners and ideally a number checker.

    If anyone can volunteer please email greatlines@parkrun.com


    Stress Awareness Month - Are money worries creating stress in your life?


    However much you owe, the sooner you begin to tackle it, the sooner you solve it.

    Armed Forces Bereavement Scholarship Scheme

     

    The aim of the Armed Forces Bereavement Scholarship Scheme (AFBSS) is to provide the children of those whose death is attributable to service a head start in life by enabling them to progress in their post-16 education.

    Please click here to find out more​

    Kent Police Online Chat

     



    Visit the website HERE


    Information provided by Chatham HIVE


    Lancashire: Mentoring in Schools for Ex-Service Personnel and Spouses of Serving Personnel


    Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

    April 24, 2024

    Chatham: Stay & Play at the Lampard Centre on Thursdays 10am - 11.30am (Term Time Only)

     



    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Chatham: Free Play for Under 5s at the Lampard Centre on Monday Mornings 10am - 11am (Term Time Only)

     



    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Chatham: Brompton Play Club at the Lampard Centre - Mondays, 4pm - 5.30pm (Term Time Only)

     



    Play Club at the Lampard Centre is held every Monday, excluding Bank Holidays from 4pm till 5.30pm.

    Booking is on a week-by-week basis. £1 per week per child.

    Please email anthony-lee.peat101@mod.gov.uk to book a place (limited places).


    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Folkestone & Hythe District Council: Current Vacancies

     




    Looking for a new job in the district? Folkestone & Hythe District Council has got a number of opportunities that might take your fancy.

    Click here to see what's on offer https://bit.ly/3kaBkpo

    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Guardbridge: Stay and play at Guardbridge Primary School starts Wednesday 1st May 9.00 am

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    Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

    Catterick: Little Dandelions Deployment Book Club every Fortnight


    Join us for our Little Dandelions Deployment Book Club

    Running fortnightly at Catterick Library, we'll be hosting sessions with stories and crafts designed to support families with a family member currently deployed.

    This week's session will take place on Saturday 10am - 11am and is aimed at children aged 2 - 5 years old. Please book your space!

    Information provided by North HIVE Hub

    Vale of Glamorgan: Volunteers needed for Age Cymru

    Volunteers Needed.

    We'll soon be launching our new telephone listening service for older people who have feelings of loneliness or isolation. We're looking for volunteers to be a listening ear and make someone’s day.

    Please get in touch - CAPlisten@agecymru.org.uk

    Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

    April 23, 2024

    Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - funding to support Military spouses and partners

     

    The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (The Trust) is delighted to announce that they have awarded over £790,000 under the Supporting Partners programme, to improve support for Service partners and spouses and celebrate the skills and experiences they bring to the workplace.

    In the latest round of grants, 13 projects have received funding across the UK and overseas. The projects aim to improve understanding of Service partners and spouses; addressing their needs and the challenges they encounter as their family transitions to civilian life.

    West Midlands: Upbeat Families - Make Some Noise - Donnington/Venning Barracks



    Information provided by Central HIVE Hub



     

    Grantham: SHERMAN Campaign Lincolnshire

    The SHERMAN campaign highlights seven factors that put people at greater risk of having a fire, or being less likely to react to a fire:

    Smoking
    Hoarding
    Elderly people or those who live alone
    Reduced mobility, hearing or visual impairments
    Mental health issues
    Alcohol misuse, drugs/medication dependence
    Needing care or support

    It aims to increase both public and professional awareness of the risk factors. It encourages them to contact with the fire service through a safe and well check.
    For more information: SHERMAN

    Information provided by Grantham HIVE

    Grantham: Army Cadets


    For details of your local Army Cadets click here: Army Cadets


    Information provided by Grantham HIVE

     

    Grantham: Wellbeing Lincs

    Wellbeing Lincs successes are largely down to early intervention, ensuring that vulnerable people receive help before matters get worse. This not only benefits the clients overall health, it also protects Adult Care services for the most vulnerable.



    Information provided by Grantham HIVE

    Grantham: Street Tag Lincolnshire


    A fun interactive app that motivates parents and children to be active in their local area. Support children in reaching their daily 60 active minutes. 

    Interested in signing up for the Street Tag programme? Send an email to: meenakshi@streettag.co.uk

    Information provided by Grantham HIVE



     

    Dover: The Market in Dover Market Square on Every 4th Saturday

     



    The Market Dover will be in  Dover Market Square on Saturday 26th April (and every 4th Saturday of the month thereafter). Follow their page for updates.

    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Kent County Council: Post-16 Choices for Young People with Special Educational Needs

     



    If you are a young person with special educational needs, do you know your post-16 options?

    Whether you’re considering further education or diving straight into a career, the SEND Information Hub can help you understand your options  https://loom.ly/wjHTcac

    Information provided by Chatham HIVE

    Medway: Children & Family Hubs Newsletter

     


    View the latest newsletter: https://lnks.gd/2/2vBMtnv