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October 17, 2024

Flooding - DIO and Pinnacle have provided some handy information around flood proofing

 

Pinnacle - flood preparedness

A reminder about electric heater safety in the home from DIO/Pinnacle

Grantham: Healthwatch need new fathers, farmers, Military families and Veterans for a mental health survey

New fathers, farmers, military families and veterans wanted for mental health survey

New fathers and agricultural workers are among the groups needed for a survey to find out what needs to be improved in their mental health care in Lincolnshire.

The latest project from Healthwatch Lincolnshire takes a mental health focus and wants to hear from groups of people who are currently underrepresented or unheard in healthcare discussions.

By finding out the experiences of new fathers, farmers, farm workers, food factory staff and the families of military personnel and veterans, Healthwatch Lincolnshire can amplify their voices and pinpoint then address their specific needs.

Dean Odell, Healthwatch Lincolnshire Contract Manager said: “Mental health can be areal challenge, especially for people who face unique pressures like new dads, those working in farming, or military personnel and veterans.

“This survey is a chance to make sure their voices are heard, and to find out what’s working well and what needs improving.

“By focusing on these groups, we hope to shine a light on any barriers they face when trying to get support, so we can work together to make mental health care more accessible and effective across Lincolnshire.”

The survey is available online here and alternative formats are available by calling 01205 820892 or emailing info@healthwatchlincolnshire.co.uk

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Staffordshire: Lichfield Families Health & Wellbeing Service - 0-19 Parent Podcast


 

Did you know Health Visitors and School Nurses from our service have launched a podcast series wit
h the aim of sharing health advice and information to parents, carers and young people?

Take a look at what subjects we have already covered by clicking this link https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/.../staffo.../what-we-offer/podcasts

You can listen for free and subscribe using your favourite podcast software through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Pocket Casts and Radio Public

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Sedbury: New Dance Classes at The Royal British Legion, Sedbury

 
NEW CLASSES:
Tuesdays:
  • Mini Street 4:45pm-5:30pm
Wednesdays:
  • Adult Beginners Line Dance 11am-11:45am
  • Mini Cheer Dance 4:15pm-5pm
  • Adult Street Dance 7pm-7:45pm
  • Adult Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8pm-8:45pm
To book into any of our new classes, please contact ArĂȘte Dance Academy

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

October 16, 2024

RAND Europe Research - Meeting the Needs of the RAF and RN/RM Family

 

RAND Europe is currently undertaking research to support the Royal Air Force (RAF) Benevolent Fund and Greenwich Hospital in understanding the current and future size, demographics and support needs of RAF and Royal Navy/Royal Marines (RN/RM) Service People, Veterans and Families.

We are recruiting participants!

As part of our research, we want to better understand the experiences of current and former RAF, RN and RM serving personnel and their families. We are intending to do this through interviews and surveys, focusing on:

  • RAF, RN and RM families' experiences of military life, military-to-civilian transition and post-Service life.
  • Issues/challenges former and current Service personnel and their families may be experiencing in relation to day-to-day living, health and wellbeing (including mental and emotional), education, housing, finance and employment.
  • Experiences with accessing support and perspectives on how support to RAF, RN and RM families could be improved.

​Who is eligible to participate?

Autumn updates from Recruit For Spouses

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Please click here​ to read the Autumn edition of The RFS Digest



Further information has also been released regarding the launch of RFS's Foreign & Commonwealth programme, which is now open for applications. Updates can be found here

Introductory Flight Scholarship (IFS) and Junior Rank and Officer Pilot Scholarship Scheme (JROPSS) 2025 - applications invited from RAF Personnel

 


The following opportunity may be of interest to RAF staff within Tri-Service locations both UK-wide and worldwide.

Applications from RAF Junior Ranks (JR) and Junior Officers (JO) are now invited for the IFS and JROPSS 2025. Generously funded by the RAF Charitable Trust (RAFCT), and delivered through selected RAF Flying Schools, the JROPSS is open to JR (Cpl and below) JO (Flt Lt and below) from the RAF Regular and RAF Reserve Services.

​Further details can be found here​

Full eligibility requirements and terms can be found at www.RAFSA.co.uk

Lancashire Armed Forces Covenant Guide 2024/25

To view the latest Lancashire Armed Forces Covenant Guide, click HERE.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Aldershot: SFA Roadshow Event

 


Information provided by South East HIVE Hub