Aldershot: Prince Consort's Author Talk by Saul David Tunisgrad Victory in Africa Tuesday 28th October 2025 Door open 17:30 Starts 18:00

 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Give Us Time: Orlando Break available 27th September to 11th October 2025

TWO WEEK BREAK TO FLORIDA!

Give Us Time says:

Discover a perfect blend of comfort and family-friendly fun at Encantada Resort from 27th September to 11th October 2025. Sleeps up to 6 people - please note flights are not included! Escape to our enchanting haven, where every moment becomes a cherished memory.

Situated in the heart of Orlando’s attractions, the resort is an ideal retreat for families, couples, or groups of friends. Relax in spacious vacation homes tailored to accommodate your family’s needs and indulge in our top-notch amenities.

Whether you’re lounging by the inviting pool oasis or exploring the nearby thrilling attractions, Encantada Resort promises an unforgettable getaway for everyone. Vacation your way at Encantada Resort!

Live on the website for booking now - https://bookings.giveustime.org.uk/login

Leuchars: Leuchars Carers Drop-in with AWS next drop-in Thurs 18th Sept

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Contact jane.allen208@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by Leuchars

Wiltshire: Parental support from the Wiltshire Council Family Hub

 

Find out more at about these at the following links:

• Family Hub Support incl. Family Navigators and The Baby Wardrobe

• Parenting Group Programmes

Alternatively click here to visit the homepage of the website

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support

The mobile advice bus will be parked adjacent to the HIVE building (Corner of King George V Road & Swinton Avenue) Speak to advisors face to face.

Available to all Garrison personnel, spouses, partners, reserves, veterans, civil servants, MOD contractors and local civilian community. Confidentiality guaranteed.

Appointments are not necessary, just turn up. First come, first serve basis.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Give Us Time: details of a late availability break from 22-26 Sept near Chichester

‘Give Us Time’ has got a last minute break available at the Chichester Lakeside Holiday park for 22 – 26 September.

The accommodation is a 6 berth lodge (double/twin/sofa bed).

The park is on the outskirts of Chichester, surrounded by beautiful fishing lakes, and only a 15 minute drive from Bognor Regis, so it really is the best of both worlds! On site, there’s a brand new main entertainment hub/restaurant/bar venue, as well as a fantastic new indoor heated swimming pool.

The break is live on the website now at https://bookings.giveustime.org.uk/

Wiltshire, Gloucestershire & Bristol: Marmalade Connections - tackling loneliness in the South West

 

Click here to visit the website

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Fife: Citizens Advice and Rights Fife - worried about paying your council tax?

Worried about Council Tax?

You’re not alone – and help is out there.

👉 You might qualify for discounts or exemptions
👉  Apply for a Council Tax Reduction if your income is low
👉  Get extra help with rent through Discretionary Housing Payments

💬 We can check what support you’re entitled to and help you apply.

Don’t wait until bills pile up – reach out today.

Get advice 👉 Home | Citizens Advice and Rights Fife

Get help 👉 Cost of Living Support

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Families Posted Overseas – have you nominated a Trusted Contact?

 

Church Crookham: Army Welfare Service Volunteers to join a Committee.

 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Kent & Medway: Domestic Abuse Support

 

Trigger Warning: Domestic abuse can lead to a person feeling like there is no escape and having suicidal thoughts. 30% of suspected suicides in Kent and Medway have domestic abuse as a factor (@KentPolice).

Support services are there for anyone experiencing abuse and can provide practical and emotional support including refuge, safe accommodation, specialist programmes and 1-2-1 help.

Find help and resources:

Domestic Abuse (domesticabuseservices.org.uk)

Mental health - Kent County Council

Every Mind Matters - Kent County Council

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub 

Give Us Time: new donor in the NE of England

Give Us Time have a new donor I the North East of England – please see the poster for more details and for how to book.

Blandford: Garrison welfare support

The Welfare support teams and chaplaincy services offer support and advice to all Soldiers, Officers and families living or working on the Garrison

Should you require help and support or have a welfare issue please contact a member of your Welfare Team during normal working hours on:

Blandford Garrison Support Unit (BGSU)

Garrison Welfare Clerk - BlandfordGar-BGSU-WCSO Tel: 01258 481938

Garrison Welfare Warrant Officer - BLANDFORDGAR-BGSU-GWWO Tel: 01258 482694

Garrison Welfare Officer - BLANDFORDGAR-BGSU-GWO Tel: 01258 481936

11 (RSS) Sig Regt Welfare Team

Unit Welfare Senior NCO - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-Welfare NCO Tel: 01258 482619

Asst Unit Welfare Officer - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-AUWO Tel: 01258 482902

Unit Welfare Officer - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-UWO Tel: 01258 482901

Out of hours emergency contact the Guardroom on - 01258 482402.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Edinburgh: Free school meals, milk and school clothing grants

Who can apply
Families on low income can apply for school grants to help with the cost of 

• lunches
• milk
• school clothing.

Check if you can get help on the Scottish Government website.

You may be able to get other help with food, clothing and childcare costs. Read about the financial support available.

Automatic awards
If you 

• get Housing Benefit or Council Tax Reduction
• meet the conditions for school grants

you may get an automatic award in June each year without the need to apply.

In some cases, we’ll need you to confirm your payment details.

We notified all parents of the 2025/ 26 automatic awards in June 2025.

If you didn't get an automatic award, you can apply for school grants.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

SafeLives: Service community domestic abuse - Welfare staff interviews request

SafeLives are also keen to speak with Army Welfare Officers and Unit Welfare Officers who have experience of supporting victim/survivors of domestic abuse. They want to understand your experiences of providing welfare support, and hear your views on the barriers victim/survivors from military families and relationships may face when trying to access help.

If you are interested in taking part in an interview, please scan the QR code on the poster to find out more.

Alternatively click on this link: Army Personnel ABF

SafeLives: Service community domestic abuse victims/survivors interviews request

Survivor Interviews

SafeLives, with support from the Army Benevolent Fund, is looking to improve the domestic abuse response for victim/survivors from serving and veteran families.

SafeLives want to hear directly from victim/survivors who have lived experience of domestic abuse in military families or relationships. Their voices are central to this work.

Victim/survivors who take part will also receive a £25 voucher as a thank you for their time.

If you are interested in taking part in an interview, please scan the QR code on the poster to find out more.

Alternatively click on this link: Survivor ABF

Give Us Time: Welfare Summer Update

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www.giveustime.org.uk

Alternatively follow on social media at https://www.facebook.com/GiveUsTime and https://www.instagram.com/give_us_time/

Scotland: MyGov Scot Best Start Grant and Best Start Foods

Best Start Grant and Best Start Foods are payments that help towards the costs of being pregnant or looking after a child.
About Best Start Grant

The 3 Best Start Grant payments are:

Pregnancy and Baby Payment

Pregnancy and Baby Payment helps with the costs of having a baby. You can apply for this payment during pregnancy to help prepare for your baby's arrival, or after your baby is born.

Early Learning Payment

If your application is successful you'll get £319.80 to help with the costs of early learning. You can get the payment when your child is aged between 2 years old and 3 years and 6 months old. To get this payment your child does not need to go to nursery.

School Age Payment
School Age Payment is a payment of £319.80 per child. It helps with the costs of preparing for school when your child is first old enough to start primary school.

Gov.uk: Emergency Alerts Sunday 7 September at 3pm

The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm.

Your mobile phone or tablet will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent. The alert message will confirm this is a test and that you do not need to take any further action.

Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it need to be used in a life-threatening emergency. Find out more at gov.uk/alerts.

You can opt out of the Emergency Alerts, including the national test, but you should keep them switched on for your own safety.

Emergency Alerts will warn you via your mobile or tablet if there's a life-threatening emergency nearby. Only the government and the emergency services are able to send them.

There are simple and effective steps we can all take to be more prepared for an emergency. Visit gov.uk/prepare for advice on how you can prepare.

Forces Additional Needs & Disability Forum (FANDF): Carers and Careers Survey

"Are you juggling life in the Armed Forces while caring for someone with additional needs or a disability? Whether you're serving yourself or you're the partner of someone who is, if you're a carer, the Forces Additional Needs & Disability Forum (FANDF) wants to hear from you!"

FANDF is collecting lived experiences through a short survey, and the results will be shared directly with the MOD and policymakers at our next committee meeting.

Complete the survey now—it only takes a few minutes but could help shape the future: https://forms.office.com/e/zT65EDwM9