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July 13, 2023
Kidas: Domestic Abuse Support in Kent
Stafford: volunteers urgently needed for community coffee morning in the MOD Community Centre
Information provided by Stafford HIVE
July 12, 2023
Open University - opening access to higher education for the Armed Forces and Open Learn FREE courses for all
The Open University (OU) are proud of their relationship with the Armed Forces and more than 1,500 Service Personnel and their dependents are currently taking advantage of OU career and personal development opportunities available for the defence community.
To find out more about this and the FREE learning (Open Learn) courses that are available for everyone, please CLICK HERE
To find out more about this and the FREE learning (Open Learn) courses that are available for everyone, please CLICK HERE
Wiltshire: Wiltshire Parent Carer Council
Founded in 2008, the WPCC is an independent organisation which is managed and run by parent carers, for parent carers. We strongly believe that our children and young people should have:
- The same opportunities as their brothers, sisters and peers
- Fair access to the support they need to live their lives
- Families who feel supported in their caring roles
Highlights on their website include:
Interactive signposting chart (as seen above)
Summer 2023 activities in Bradford On Avon for children with SEN
Regular events for parents & carers as well as children & young people
Information provided by Colerne and Lyneham HIVE
July 11, 2023
Swindon: The Big Adventure Club - nursery, morning, after school and holiday care
The Big Adventure Club has been established for over thirty years and has a strong team of experienced, qualified childcare professionals that aim to provide a comprehensive and personalised provision for each and every child.
Information provided by Lyneham & Colerne HIVE
Grantham: Are you ready for a new challenge?
For more information and to apply online: apply-call-firefighter
Information provided by Grantham HIVE
North Yorkshire: Summer Reading Challenge 2023
Will you be taking part this year? Just visit one of our libraries from the 15th July to get signed up!
As well as the reading challenge, we have a really exciting calendar of events running over the summer too! Keep your eyes peeled on our socials for more information, or head to our website for the full schedule of events.
Information provided by Catterick HIVE Hub
July 10, 2023
Serve and Protect Credit Union – fixed term savings account (5% return)
New and existing members can benefit from a 12-month fixed rate savings account which guarantees a return of 5% AER. The account will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis and is available for a limited period. The closing date for applications on Thursday, 27 July 2023*.
Moving forward the credit union will be aiming to launch similar Fixed Term savings products on a quarterly basis as we respond to market rates.
Key features for the Fixed Saver include:
- Deposit between £1,000 and £10,000
- Fixed term of 12 months
- Receive a guaranteed return of 5% AER
- Savings are protected by the FSCS up to £85,000
To learn more about the Fixed Saver, visit: https://www.serveandprotectcu.co.uk/save/fixed-saver
*Please note – due to limited availability S&P CU reserve the right to withdraw the product early depending on demand.
Moving forward the credit union will be aiming to launch similar Fixed Term savings products on a quarterly basis as we respond to market rates.
Key features for the Fixed Saver include:
- Deposit between £1,000 and £10,000
- Fixed term of 12 months
- Receive a guaranteed return of 5% AER
- Savings are protected by the FSCS up to £85,000
To learn more about the Fixed Saver, visit: https://www.serveandprotectcu.co.uk/save/fixed-saver
*Please note – due to limited availability S&P CU reserve the right to withdraw the product early depending on demand.
Chester: SPACE Wellbeing Support App for SPACE Families - for Parents/Carers of Children with Additional Needs
SPACE have teamed up with REST EASY to bring you an App designed for parents and carers of children with additional needs, to support the whole families mental health.
Sign up today using the QR Code below or by following this link: https://airtable.com/shroUmrPcFsCOXBzz.
Information provided by Chester HIVE
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