Hexham: Farmers' Market

Hexham Farmers' Market is back this Saturday. It takes place on the second and forth Saturday of each month. You can check out the local producers who take part here  https://www.hexhamfarmersmarket.co.uk/our-producers/

Information provided by Newcastle HIVE

Carers week 2023: Information for Carers in Defence

 

Every year, Carers Week raises awareness of the experiences, responsibilities, and challenges of being a carer and recognises their valuable contribution.

This year, Carers Week takes place from Monday 5 June to Sunday 11 June, with the theme ‘recognising and supporting carers in the community.’

Defence strives to provide a supportive workplace for carers, offering a whole range of support, information, and guidance for carers and their managers.

To read about guidance and support for all Carers in Defence, please click here.

Scotland: The latest issue of Scotland 4 kids is now available.

click on image to read magazine

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Rochester: Medway Adult Education, Free Courses Online or in the Centre

 

There’s never been a better time to update your numeracy skills with a short course either online or in-centre.

These practical and informative sessions are designed to build confidence with numbers and be of use in everyday life. They can help with everything from planning your weekly shopping spend, managing bills, cooking to helping the kids with their homework.

It's fun getting to grips with numbers via practical topics such as gardening, cooking, pottery and more

Do it for you: https://orlo.uk/gp3Y7

Information provided by Chatham HIVE

Forces Employment Charity: help into employment for service personnel, veterans and their families

 

If you’re looking for support with your CV, returning to work after a break or need advice on transferring skills and qualifications from the military, we can help!

Our expert employment advisors offer advice and guidance and work one-to-one with you providing tailored support to help you uncover strengths and aspirations and find a career to suit you.

Sign up at forcesemployment.org.uk/EM3​

Facebook: Forces Employment Charity
Instagram: @forcesemploymentcharity
Twitter: @ForcesEmploy

Rutland Cottesmore: Little Legs Nursey Kendrew Barracks Cottesmore

 

Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE

Rutland Cottesmore: Your local Library has so much to offer for FREE

Click HERE to register

Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE

Togetherall: LGBTQ+ Pride Month – Military UK

Happy #PrideMonth. It's a time to celebrate and raise awareness of issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community. However, we know it's not always that simple for everyone.

If you feel like you need somewhere to talk, Togetherall has a community full of different people from all walks of life and it's completely anonymous.

​✅ There is no waiting list to join

Togetherall and it is accessible 24/7.

✅ FREE to anyone in the UK Military,

Veterans & Family members aged 16+

✅ Visit www.togetherall.com to join today.​

Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey 2023 Results

The Armed Forces Continuous Attitudes Survey (AFCAS) results for 2023 were published on 1 Jun 23.  To view the report please click HERE​
 

New policy & guidance for Overseas Assignments - assessment of support needs

Where Service/MOD Civilians and their families are considering an accompanied assignment/transfer overseas, the MOD needs to assess whether the services and support available/accessible in the overseas location can meet their individual needs. The purpose of this policy is to describe the framework under which those needs are assessed, how decisions on supportability should be made and to describe the key roles and responsibilities in the assessment and decision-making process.
To view the policy booklet, please click HERE​