Folkestone: Digital Hubs

Digital Hubs are spaces where residents can go and get support with all things digital.

There are sessions taking place at Wood Avenue Library in Folkestone and Cheriton Library over the next few months which are free to attend and just need to be booked with  

https://www.digitalkent.uk/Information/projects/digital-hubs 

Information provided by Chatham HIVE

Reading Force - claim your free book!

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Reading Force scrapbooks and journals can often be found in your local HIVE office. Alternatively to order a copy online, please click here to visit the website.

Scotland: Scotl4nd Kids Magazine Autumn edition

Click on image above to read the Autumn edition of the Scotland 4 kids magazine

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Moray: CAB Moray now have a designated adviser to assist with the cost of living.

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Moray CAB now have a designated adviser to assist with the cost of living.
Are you struggling with the cost of living? Need a benefit check? Have utility issues? These are only a few things we can assist you with and, if the answer is yes, then drop in and see us during our bureau opening hours. We're here to help.🤝

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Defence Infrastructure Organisation - communications update

 

Families First newsletter
Issue 9 of the Families First newsletter which includes: the New Accommodation Offer announcement, Improved compensation system, Investment across the SFA estate, Useful links and Key Dates to note: on Service Family Accommodation – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Winter Guide for Service Family Accommodation
A guide to help families get their homes winter ready can be found here.

Improved Compensation System
Pinnacle has now introduced a new improved compensation system making the process much easier for families to claim. Families will see the new forms on the Pinnacle website, will be required to validate their email address (to ensure this is correct and vouchers are sent to the correct place) and will receive regular emails to update them on their claim's progress. All communications from the new system will be received from no.reply@pay729.net.

Pinnacle is aware of several legacy claims still in the previous system. The team is working hard alongside Amey, VIVO and voucher providers to process these claims as quickly as possible.

If families haven't heard back on a claim that pre-dates the new system (submitted before 1 Aug 23), they are requested to contact: compensation@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk.

Candy Tumble Dryer Fire Risk
It has been identified that there is a potential safety hazard associated with 'Candy Smart' and 'Candy Smart Pro' tumble dryers. There have been several instances of plugs catching fire.

Please do check plugs regularly and contact the manufacturer if you have any concerns.​

Grantham: Local free toddler playgroups

Local free tots play!

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

 

Pinnacle Group - SFA winter tips

 

Check your boiler is working

Autumn is here and there’s no better time to check your boiler is working correctly:

• The pressure should be between 1 and 1.5
• Amend your thermostat, check the boiler fires up properly and radiators are warming up

If you’re having problems with your boiler, contact us on 0800 031 8628.

Grantham: Grantham Museum

www.granthammuseum.org.uk

If you are in town, why not pay a visit? Browse the exhibitions and grab a brew and a biscuit. Admission free, but donations always appreciated.

Open Thu - Sat, 10am - 4pm.

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

 

Moray: The Parent Project - for parents or carers of children aged 11+

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Help stop young people falling victims to loan sharks

Recent research has shown that a higher proportion of people in the 18 to 24 year old age bracket are at particular risk of being targeted by loan sharks in the current climate. More young people are having financial services or products refused by mainstream banks and many are being forced to borrow from friends and family to make ends meet.

With this in mind, Stop Loan Sharks want to highlight the services offered by credit unions, producing a new grime music video in conjunction with Find Your Credit Union and Nourish Social in the hope that it will appeal to young people and show them that other options that are available. Click the image below to watch the video online.

Service Personnel can also utilise the Joining Forces Credit Unions, supported by the MOD to make saving simple and loans more affordable to the Armed Forces community.