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February 6, 2024

Hampshire: Connect 4 Communities - Help with Food Vouchers and Housing Costs

 


Funding is being made available to local district and borough councils to distribute food vouchers, as follows:
  • Households in receipt of council tax support – a one-off £50 food voucher will be made available
  • Households in receipt of housing benefit only – a one-off £80 food voucher will be made available

A provision for support of housing costs, in exceptional cases of genuine emergency where existing housing support schemes do not meet the need, and in cases of genuine emergency. District and borough councils will determine funding based on individual needs.

Click HERE to see if you are eligible and fit the criteria for help with Food Vouchers and Housing Costs in Hampshire.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Pirbright: Army Welfare Service - Minis Club


Information provided by South East HIVE Hub.

Sandhurst: Junior Club Children Aged 8-12 Years - Wishstream Community Centre RMAS

 


Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

February 5, 2024

Bracknell: Coral Reef Waterworld



Coral Reef Waterworld isn't just Bracknell's largest water world, but one of the largest interactive water worlds in England. With a huge range of different ways to enjoy the water, as well as a host of other activities, Coral Reef Waterworld is the perfect place to stay active and, most importantly, have fun. With thrilling waterslides, an erupting volcano, a pirate ship and a variety of other features, there’s something for everyone in the pool area. Meanwhile, the adults-only Coral Spa area is the ideal place to relax and get away from it all.

For further information and opening times please click HERE

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

February 2, 2024

International HIVE (iHIVE) - launch of additional Overseas Location Guides (OLG's)

 

Further Overseas Location Guides (OLGs) have been added to the iHIVE Blog. Existing guides have also been updated.

The iHIVE Blog hosts worldwide location information, to enable Service personnel and their families to find out more about a potential or current overseas assignment.

Overseas Location Guides offer location specific information to give a brief insight into a location, with the facility to fine out more from iHIVE from questions you may have.

Additional Oversea Location Guides added include:
  • Canberra
  • Oman
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Kuala Lumpur
Contact Sarah at our iHIVE with any questions, or visit the iHIVE Blog and view the guides and range of information provided to support Serving Personnel and families worldwide.

For more information please visit: https://internationalhive.blogspot.com/

Togetherall - Self-Compassion top tips

Help for Households - cost of living support

 

Click here to see what UK Government support is available to help with the cost of living and save money with our energy saving tips.

2024 Civilian Housing Briefs from Defence Transition Services


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February 1, 2024

West Midlands: Healthwatch Warwickshire - Ex UK Armed Forces Veterans Survey



Are you a UK Armed Forces Veteran living in North Warwickshire, Nuneaton or Bedworth?

Healthwatch Warwickshire will be asking for ex-armed forces veterans across North Warwickshire, Nuneaton and Bedworth to tell us about your experiences of visiting GPs and other health care professionals, and taking care of your health.

We are working with the WCC Armed Forces Covenant Officer and other partners to understand and improve access to primary care, including to physical health checks, for people who have previously served in the UK Armed Forces.


Click here to complete the survey online

Information sourced by: Central HIVE Hub

Beverley: Breastfeeding Support

Information provided by Leconfield HIVE